"Palmless Prayer / Mass Murder Refrain" is a collaborative LP by the acclaimed Japanese post-rock band Mono and experimental composer World's End Girlfriend. Released through Temporary Residence / Cargo, this album stands as an epic journey through cinematic soundscapes, blending lush orchestration with intense crescendos and haunting melodies. The record seamlessly fuses elements of classical music, ambient textures, and powerful rock dynamics to create a deeply emotional listening experience that has been praised for its ambition and beauty.
Mono is renowned in the international post-rock scene for their sweeping instrumentals and emotionally charged performances. Since forming in 1999, they have released several critically acclaimed albums such as "Hymn to the Immortal Wind" and "You Are There," earning them a devoted global following. World's End Girlfriend (Katsuhiko Maeda) is celebrated for his genre-defying compositions that merge electronic experimentation with classical influences.
Temporary Residence Limited is an independent label known for championing innovative artists across genres like post-rock, experimental, and indie music. With a reputation for high-quality releases from acts such as Explosions in the Sky and Eluvium, Temporary Residence continues to be at the forefront of boundary-pushing contemporary music.