-- After decades of chasing sound across desert highways, sunburnt studios, and pure musical instinct, North of Tomorrow — Brian Mueller, Gary Adrian, and Stephen Rogers — return with their fourth studio album, Intangible Lines. Aged like fine vinyl, these lifelong collaborators have weathered the shifting sands of the music world, choosing evolution over expectation, surprise over repetition.
This new album is a kaleidoscope of sound and spirit: twelve genre-transcending tracks that are equal parts rock, alternative, jazz, and soul, each blending the colors of past and present. Drawing inspiration from legendary heroes like David Bowie, Peter Gabriel, Frank Zappa, and David Sylvian—while never losing sight of their own voice—the band journeys through musical landscapes with curiosity, skill, and heart. Just as Steely Dan famously layered textures using a revolving cast of side musicians, North of Tomorrow has assembled fresh talent from all corners of the globe, lending the album a unique mosaic of influence and expertise that defies easy definition.
Brian Mueller, the architect behind most of these songs, pours memories, reflection, and emotion straight into melody. From the bittersweet nostalgia of “Time Flies,” where one ponders the passage of years and relationships past, to the melodic wanderlust of “Big Wide World,” and finally to the raw honesty and hope wrestling within “Let’s Just Get to It,” each track feels deeply personal and simultaneously universal. The cello that colors “St. St.,” the mandolin presence on “When the Purple Flower Blooms,” and the voices spanning continents conjure sonic snapshots that reward listeners with every repeated play. The grooves are tight, the lyrics honest, and every note is enhanced by the crystal-clear production from legendary mastering engineer Bob Katz of Digital Domain, along with the Grammy Award-winning vinyl mastering by The Bakery in Los Angeles.
Though their hair may have silvered and their stories grown long, North of Tomorrow’s true currency is curiosity—the restless, unquenchable urge to explore music without boundaries. Their songs are not relics of youth; rather, they reflect decades of experience, experimentation, and friendship. Music for them is a craft to be honed and a journey without a final destination. Far from chasing trends, the band invites listeners to lean in and discover something fresh with every listen: to smile, to tap a foot, to dance, and to feel.
Gary Adrian’s deep bass lines and keyboards ground the sound while Brian Mueller’s guitars, mellotron, and lead vocals shape the songs’ unique colors. Stephen Rogers’ golden ear offers priceless sonic analysis and harmonies that bind the whole together. Their approach to songwriting and production is collaborative, democratic—as if three old friends are gathered around an Arizona campfire, swapping stories, exploring moods, and sketching a shared vision on the rugged horizon.
The very nature of Intangible Lines is one of freedom and exploration. Each track experiments with genre, mood, and tone—sometimes shifting mid-song—capturing the unpredictable beauty of inspiration itself. This is music that rewards active listening, inviting discovery and repeated engagement rather than passivity. The songs hold the wisdom of years but never succumb to cynicism or routine, instead offering warmth, humor, and creative bravery.
For devotees of vinyl and collectors of tangible music artifacts, this album is a treasure waiting to be spun. Intangible Lines is released on crisp 180-gram vinyl, lovingly mastered and cut for audiophiles who cherish the richer textures and organic warmth of analog sound. Alongside digital streaming across all platforms, North of Tomorrow offers fans the chance to hold a piece of this musical journey in their hands—an echo of the band’s own story, crafted with care in Arizona and from artists scattered around the world.
This release follows other beloved albums such as Something Unexpected and Clear As Can Be, each celebrated for their fearless genre bending and heartfelt execution. But with Intangible Lines, Brian, Gary, and Stephen have crafted something especially special—a record that is as intimate as a whispered conversation and as expansive as a horizon at dusk.
Spin it once, and you hear a snapshot of a life lived in music. Play it again, and you find new stories and layers creeping in. Their sound is at once timeless and contemporary, remarkably fresh while paying homage to the giants upon whose shoulders they confidently stand. It’s a testament to the enduring power of friendship, creativity, and the shared love for music that feels as vital today as when they first picked up their instruments.
With so many stories told and notes yet to play, aren’t you a little curious what new favorite might be waiting for you on this record? Intangible Lines is now available worldwide.
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Contact Info:
Name: Team AMW
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Organization: AMW
Address: Los Angeles
Website: https://www.amworldgroup.com
Release ID: 89168856
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