Few bands pack the emotional wallop of Cloud Cult. Ever the seekers, the Midwest band has always tackled the big questions, the universal, philosophical and existential one -- who are we, where do we come from, where do we go, what do we do with each other while we're here? Cloud Cult albums are like roadmaps, self-help guides and (non-denominaitonal) theological treatise all wrapped together, yet despite any resulting soul-searching, or maybe because of it, the band's music remains at the forefront. Orchestral, experimental, anthemic pop -- their songs can be hard to pin down as they move listeners along a spectrum of emotions, but their impact is undeniable. On their latest album, songwriter Craig Minowa explores the facets of "Love" and find among them new reasons for us to love the band. Check out their most recent in-studio session featuring songs from the new album here:
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