Kazu Makino of Blonde Redhead has been documenting her complex relationship with horses in her music for over two decades. Her debut album, 'Misery is a Butterfly,' delves into the trauma of a riding accident, showcasing themes of survival and emotional expression. This ongoing relationship culminates in her recent song 'Rest of Her Life,' mourning the passing of her horse, Harry. Collaborating with the Brooklyn Youth Chorus, Makino expands her artistic vision in 'The Shadow of the Guest', intertwining grief, creativity, and the transcendent connection between humans and animals.
Mortality is a fragile thing, and keeping the company of animals amplifies the awareness of death, making both the bonds and their inevitable losses profoundly painful.
For over 20 years, Kazu Makino has been writing songs about horses, with 'Misery is a Butterfly' exploring her trauma from a riding accident and her endurance.
Makino's song 'Rest of Her Life' reflects her grief over her horse Harry’s death, driven by the desire to communicate transcendentally through music.
The collaboration with the Brooklyn Youth Chorus on The Shadow of the Guest enhances the emotional depth of Makino's artistic vision, embodying her elevated themes.
Collection
[
|
...
]