The two previous songs, Murderer (performed by Low) and I'll Be Glad (performed by Bonnie 'Prince' Billy, but written by Shannon Stephens) are among my favourite songs of the last five years or so. They represent quite contrasting perspectives on a personal relationship with God.
Low originate from Duluth, Minnesota. Key members, Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker are married and are practising followers of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints. While they've never marketed themselves as a 'Mormon Band,' their personal religious beliefs have informed aspects of the band's lyrical content throughout their career. Murderer appeared on their 2007 record, Drums and Guns.
Shannon Stephens is a Seattle singer songwriter, whereas Bonnie 'Prince' Billy hails from Louisville, Kentucky. B'P'B covered I'll Be Glad on his 2008 record, Lie Down In The Light.
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