Fleet Foxes – White Winter Hymnal
“White Winter Hymnal” is a song written by American indie folk band Fleet Foxes. It was released in December 2008 as the lead single from their self-titled debut album. The song reached number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number one on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
Background and composition
“White Winter Hymnal” was written by Fleet Foxes’ lead singer and guitarist, Robin Pecknold. The song is a beautiful and haunting ballad about the death of a loved one. The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and detail, and they paint a powerful picture of grief and loss.
Recording and production
“White Winter Hymnal” was recorded at Bear Creek Studio in Woodinville, Washington. The song was produced by the band and Phil Ek.
The recording features Pecknold on lead vocals and acoustic guitar. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“White Winter Hymnal” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Fleet Foxes’ lead singer and guitarist, Robin Pecknold.
- The song was released in December 2008 as the lead single from their self-titled debut album.
- The song reached number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number one on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
- “White Winter Hymnal” has been covered by many artists, including Taylor Swift, The Lumineers, and First Aid Kit.