The Church’s new single “Sacred Echoes” is nothing short of a revelation. From the first shimmering notes, it’s clear that the band has tapped once again into that deep well of introspection and mystery that has defined their most transcendent work. The track unfolds with a hypnotic, shuffling beat that anchors a swirl of Gothic-tinged textures, creating a mood that feels both haunted and sublime.
What truly astonishes here is the musicianship — nuanced, fluid, and utterly immersive. Each note seems to drift in from some parallel dimension, reflecting the band’s uncanny ability to make the ethereal feel tangible. It’s a reflective piece, filled with the kind of emotional depth that has always been The Church’s calling card.
Listening to “Sacred Echoes” evokes memories of Priest = Aura — that same narcotic, psychedelic pull that invites you to slip the bonds of this reality for a few minutes and inhabit theirs instead. In an age of constant noise and anxiety, The Church continue to offer sanctuary through sound — a transitory escape into something greater, more profound, and beautifully uncertain.
Little has been revealed about whether this single heralds a new album on Cooking Vinyl, but if “Sacred Echoes” is any indication, we’re in for something extraordinary. The Church have not just revived themselves — they’ve reaffirmed their relevance. This is music for those who still believe in the transformative power of a song.
Review by Jonathan Levitt
