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Freelance Whales' DiluviaCharlie Gross

In just about three years, Freelance Whales have gone from regular New York City subway buskers to global indie darlings. Their debut album, the whimsical and enchanting Weathervanes, with its hints of folk and orchestral pop, catapulted the five-piece from the dingy underground platforms to large venue spaces and renowned festivals all over the world.

As they toured and country-hopped for months at a time, their musical vision experienced a growth, too, expanding far beyond the band's initial inspirations and the Queens practice space they called their second home. When it came to writing their sophomore effort entitled Diluvia, Freelance Whales looked to the stars. Literally.

While the first record's material, such as the charming "Hannah" and playful "Starring," was built around the dreams of various band members -- not exactly a tangible subject, but personal and familiar nonetheless -- Diluvia (Frenchkiss Records/Mom+Pop) deals with a new set of unknowns: Space exploration and the intersection of science and emotion. ]]> Freelance Whalesfreelance whales diluviafreelance whales interviewfreelance whales judah dadonefreelance whales new albumFreelanceWhales Michelle Geslani 2012-11-12T17:00:00 00:00