WATCH: New Villagers video
A stunning mix of audio and animation...
The Hot Press Newsdesk, 19 Sep 2011
As Conor J. O'Brien continues to assemble ideas for the next Villagers record (any time you're ready Conor!), a new video has emerged, and it's a belter.
Featuring some truly incredible animation from the excellent Adrien Merigeau, live favourite 'Cecelia & Her Selfhood' contains all the whimsical melancholy we've come to expect from O'Brien and friends.
Check it out below.
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