Hildegard announces their new album Jour 1596 due October 18th via Chivi Chivi. Hildegard is the musical project of Montreal-based artists and multi-instrumentalists Ouri and Helena Deland. Alongside the album announcement, the duo share their first glimpse into the upcoming project with a new single “Cruel.” Speaking on the new track the pair notes, “Cruel” serves as “[a] dialogue between lovers or friends, where one seeks stability while the other is drawn towards disruption and change.”

Composed during yearly week-long retreats in the snowy seclusion of rural Québec, the upcoming album represents a significant departure from the spontaneous creation of their debut. While their first album emerged over just eight days, Jour 1596 was meticulously crafted over 1596 days, grappling with the challenges and expectations of following up their first effort. With contributions from Zach Frampton (piano), Christopher Edmondson (saxophone) Phil Melanson (drums) and Benja (guitar).

Hildegard
JOUR 1596
TRACKLIST
Chivi Chivi
Track list

1. Bach in Town
2. Player
3. Cruel
4. Duke
5. Remember Me
6. Beverly
7. Le Jardin la Nuit
8. Pour Your Heart Out
9. Melody I Heard
10. To Love Again

Pre-order Jour 1596 HERE