Villagers have release a new music video for "Ship of Promises," the second single from their debut, 'Becoming a Jackal' (Domino). The kaleidoscopic video, directed by Kathryn Ferguson and cinematography by James Moriarty, depicts Villagers' frontman Conor J. O'Brien embarking on a dreamlike journey to the sea under the spell of three translucent angels. Watch it here
O'Brien will make his West Coast debut with a string of solo shows starting on July 21. The tour includes stops in Los Angeles, Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco (see below for all dates).
'Becoming a Jackal' debuted at #1 in Ireland and has been called "one of the year's most captivating debuts" by NPR. The New York Times praised its "luminous mesh of acoustic and electric guitars, bass, piano and organ" while Paste Magazine bestowed Villagers with their "Best of What's Next" honor.
7/21 - Vancouver, BC @ Media Club
7/22 - Duncan, BC @ Duncan Garage Showroom
7/23 - Portland, OR @ Mississippi Studios
7/25 - Seattle, WA @ Capitol Hill Block Party
7/27 - Los Angeles, CA @ Hotel Café
7/29 - San Francisco, CA @ Rickshaw Stop
