It’s hard to believe that over two decades have passed since Tunng’s genre-blurring debut, This is Tunng... Mother’s Daughter and Other Songs, emerged from an East London studio. January 2025 marks the album’s 20th anniversary, and its blend of acoustic guitars, mythology, and electronic beats still feels like a unique fusion of the rustic and synthetic.
Tunng’s eighth studio album, Love You All Over Again, marks a return to their roots, with Mike Lindsay and Sam Genders revisiting the influences of their early work. Lindsay explains that they consciously reconnected with their original sound, drawing from the eclectic influences that shaped their early music. The album reflects this sense of full-circle, blending texture, melody, and intricate production in a way that recalls their first principles.
Over the years, Tunng’s sound has evolved, from early folktronica albums to more live-band and experimental productions. They've toured globally, collaborated with Tinariwen, and gained widespread acclaim. Between albums, the band’s members have also pursued solo projects, but Love You All Over Again sees Lindsay and Genders back at the helm, crafting a collection that balances both their old and new influences.
The album’s themes reflect a more positive outlook from Genders, focusing on the beauty and magic of life amidst its struggles. Recorded in a collaborative, spontaneous process, the album features contributions from all six members of the band, with Lindsay praising the chemistry and creative synergy among them.
With its mix of folk-hymnal intimacy, electronic textures, and surprising arrangements, Love You All Over Again feels like a quintessential Tunng album. It’s both familiar and fresh, capturing the band’s eclectic spirit and sense of wonder, while also feeling like a comforting presence in uncertain times.
