Sparhawk, Alan
White Roses, My God
Alan Sparhawk's 'White Roses, My God' is a powerful solo album born from grief and marked by bold experimentation. Known as Low's frontman for three decades alongside his late wife Mimi Parker, Sparhawk has always pushed musical boundaries across punk, funk, and improvisation. Low's evolution -from quiet beginnings to complex, chaotic finales- was a testament to the dynamic relationship and creativity he shared with Parker, Low's co-founder and emotional core. After Parker's passing in 2022, Sparhawk crafted 'White Roses, My God' entirely alone, filling every note and beat with raw, introspective emotion. The album confronts loss directly, with songs like 'Heaven' portraying the afterlife as "a lonely place if you're alone," while tracks like 'Feel Something' wrestle with the need to connect, using experimental elements such as pitch-shifting to create a barrier that listeners are invited to break through. 'White Roses, My God' feels like a fresh start while staying true to Sparhawk's legacy of reinvention. It's both an exorcism and an invitation for listeners to join Sparhawk on his journey, embracing transformation and finding resonance in his restless artistry.