Greenness has today premiered their new video and track titled ‘Psychopomps’, from their upcoming sophomore album ‘Honeymoons’, dropping November 14th via via One Fern Records.
Well, you learn something new every day. I just found that ‘psychopomp’ (ψυχοπομπός, psychopompós) is Greek for creatures, spirits, angels, demons, or deities in many religions whose responsibility is to escort newly deceased souls from Earth to the afterlife. Listening with that in context, the song takes a new meaning, for me. And, it lends more credence to the music and instrumental choices as well. Having said that, this is a deeply beautiful song with a video that adds texture to the story and flavor for the soul.
Greenness are obviously a band that makes their music around lyrical poetry, but with ‘Psychopomps’, that poetry has a more meaningful depth and finality that some of us embrace and most of us fear.
About Greenness & ‘Psychopomps’
Psychopomps is a driving and dramatic exploration of transition and mortality, blending art-rock energy with folk and orchestral flair. The track is propelled by powerful guitar and cello riffs, showcasing the duo’s taste for lavish, intricate arrangements and dramatic lyrical themes. It is no coincidence that the song is coming out just before Halloween.
“Psychopomps is a pivotal track for us,” explains lead singer and songwriter, Cess. “It’s a mythological reference to soul-guides, who escort the dead to the other side. These spirit creatures exist in many cultures and legends, where humans often try to negotiate with their psychopomp to buy themselves more time, as of course, they’re not ready to meet their death. Reading about these tales inspired the song’s story and lyrics, at a time when death felt close by.”
The track is an integral part of Greenness’ highly anticipated sophomore album, Honeymoons (out on 14th November 2025), which sees the duo expanding their sound by opening the doors of their home studio to a talented selection of session musicians for the very first time.
Guitarist and producer Graham, who arranged, mixed and mastered the record, adds, “We treat our singles as complete visual and audio statements. As such, Psychopomps comes with a cinematic music video shot by Marain Visuals with assistance from award-winning creative Rona Walter DeToriani, starring aerialist Naomi Wood as the psychopomp. We filmed the video with our backing band at the A L P H A B E T venue in Brighton, which is where we will be hosting the album launch party, with Naomi Wood as the opening act. Also joining us on the bill are singer-songwriter Charlie O’Connor and The Coven Choir, plus a DJ set from our bassist, Dom Hall. It’s going to be a very special show!”.
Honeymoons will be released digitally across all streaming platforms + on limited edition CDs, vinyl and digital download via Bandcamp (pre-orders are live) alongside an online listening party on 14th November.
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