On every song, Lewis’s breathy, straightforward vocals evoke the swagger of Prince. But Lewis’s R&B leanings give the sound of Twin Shadow its own distinct identity.

The inspiration for Confess came from a series of motorcycle rides which Lewis took after an accident, and the record reflects his youthful energy. The Dominican-born songwriter confronts himself with fist-pumping anthems which still manage to ponder rejection and desperation, and Lewis know how to tell a story—his new novel The Night of the Silver Sun ties in with his latest record and centers on a motorcycle gang in the future.

In this World Cafe session, hear Twin Shadow perform tracks from Confess and sit down for a memorable interview with host David Dye.

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Setlist:
FIVE SECONDS
RUN MY HEART
WHEN THE MOVIE’S OVER


Recent Release: Confess
Hometown: Brooklyn
NB: “Patient” was cut from the final edit but can be posted as a web extra. Photo Credit: courtesy of Tina Tyrell