Promise and the Monster

Stage name of Swedish multi-instrumentalist Billie Lindahl. Debut album Transparent Knives was released in 2008. Discovered by José González and associated with the Imperial label; supported González on several concerts.

Musical approach on Transparent Knives mixes sparse acoustic guitar and voice with other instruments played by Lindahl (organ, cello, flute, glockenspiel). Lyrical themes noted in reviews include homicidal madness, paranoia and isolation. The project was noticed by José González; the album is described as intimate and contrasting light and shadow.

Transparent Knives is the 2008 debut by Promise and the Monster (Billie Lindahl). The album pairs sparse acoustic arrangements with multi-instrumental touches (organ, cello, flute, glockenspiel) and dark, paranoid lyrical themes. The DeBaser review praises its intimacy, contrasts and atmospheric moments. Overall reception in the provided review is favorable.

For:Listeners of intimate indie-folk and singer-songwriter music who appreciate sparse arrangements and dark, literary lyrics