The Darker the Shadow the Brighter the Light
2023 studio album by The Streets
The Darker the Shadow the Brighter the Light is the sixth album by English rapper and producer Mike Skinner, under his music project The Streets. It was released on 13 October 2023 through 679 and Warner Music UK.
Background
Skinner announced the 15-track album on 12 July and shared a first song titled "Troubled Waters", which was described as "a dynamically-paced cut" that showcases "deft lyricism" on top of drum and bass beats. Considered a "classic Streets album", it is set to feature contributions by Kevin Mark Trail, Robert Harvey and Teef. A film of the same name will be released alongside the album, dubbed a "tripped out noir murder mystery based in Londons' clubland". He will embark on a tour through the United Kingdom in fall 2023.
Skinner first talked about the project in 2018. Back then he revealed that work on the album and film took "seven long years". After a few first attempts with shorts and music videos, he felt ready to make a film. Initially, he tried a "traditional" approach but soon realised to follow his instincts. As a matter of fact, Skinner took it upon himself to fund, write, direct, act, edit, mix and produce both projects all by himself.
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