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Admiral Fell Promises is the fourth studio album by American folk project Sun Kil Moon, released on July 13, 2010, through Caldo Verde Records. The album marks a significant stylistic shift for Sun Kil Moon, consisting entirely of classical guitar compositions performed and sung solely by Mark Kozelek. It departs from the layered arrangements and band-oriented sound of earlier Sun Kil Moon records and instead showcases Kozelek’s fingerstyle guitar technique and baritone vocals in a minimalist setting, influenced by classical and flamenco guitar traditions. The lyrics continue Kozelek’s narrative-driven approach with several tracks referencing specific locations and personal experiences. A limited edition of the album included a bonus EP featuring four additional tracks, including covers of songs by Casiotone for the Painfully Alone and Stereolab. Admiral Fell Promises received generally favorable reviews from critics, who highlighted its stark, intimate sound and Kozelek’s intricate guitar work. The album established Kozelek's reputation for blending folk songwriting with classical guitar stylings, and marked a key point in his evolving solo discography. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.
Ålesund
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Half Moon Bay
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Sam Wong Hotel
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Third and Seneca
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You Are My Sun
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Admiral Fell Promises
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The Leaning Tree
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Australian Winter
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Church of the Pines
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Bay of Skulls
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