Due for release 30th May 2025 via Asthmatic Kitty Records
2CD / 2LP Std Black Vinyl / 2LP Indies Violet Vinyl
“I think it's safe to say that Sufjan Stevens is one of the most prolific and absolutely gifted American songwriters of the 21st century.” NPR
A delight in every way” 5/5 The Guardian
“[Carrie & Lowell] feels like you're hearing [Sufjan Stevens] for the first time again, and in his most intimate form’” Pitchfork, 9.3 ‘Best New Music’
A decade after its release, Carrie & Lowell continues to resonate as one of Sufjan Stevens’ most personal and beloved albums—“a fall-down gorgeous and emotionally devastating masterpiece” (The Guardian). To mark the anniversary, Asthmatic Kitty Records presents Carrie & Lowell –10th Anniversary Edition, featuring seven never-before-released demos that offer a rare window into the album’s creation. With updated cover art, a beautifully designed 40-page booklet and new essay reflecting on the album by Sufjan, this special edition celebrates and expands the legacy of one of his most cherished works. Arriving on May 30, 2025, this anniversary edition is a must-listen for fans and newcomers alike, inviting listeners to experience the music’s evolution and reflect on the raw emotional landscapes that influenced its creation.
Tracklisting:
Death With Dignity
Should Have Known Better
All of Me Wants All of You
Drawn to the Blood
4th of July
The Only Thing
Carrie & Lowell
Eugene
John My Beloved
No Shade in the Shadow of the Cross
Blue Bucket of Gold
Death With Dignity (Demo)
Should Have Known Better (Demo)
Eugene (Demo)
The Only Thing (Demo)
Mystery of Love (Demo)
Wallowa Lake Monster (Version 2)
4th of July (Version 4)