Wed Jan 08 05:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Ethel Cain’s “Perverts”: A Provocative Departure into Drone and Ambient Soundscapes

**NEW YORK, NY** – Ethel Cain, the enigmatic artist behind the critically acclaimed 2022 album *Preacher’s Daughter*, has released her latest project, *Perverts*, a 90-minute exploration into ambient drone, slowcore, and minimalist soundscapes. The release marks a significant departure from her previous work, defying easy categorization and pushing the boundaries of her already unique sound.

Described by project mastermind Hayden Anhedönia as a “project,” a “body of work,” or even an “EP,” *Perverts* is characterized by its three lengthy drone pieces, incorporating elements of experimental sounds and unsettling sonic textures. Tracks like the title track, featuring a disintegrating recording of the hymn “Nearer, My God, To Thee,” highlight the uneasy juxtaposition of Christian themes and taboo subjects that has long been a hallmark of Anhedönia’s work. Other standout tracks include “Houseofpsychoticwomn” and “Pulldrone,” showcasing a willingness to embrace sonic experimentation over conventional song structures.

Anhedönia’s accompanying text, “The Consequence Of Audience,” uses allegorical language to explore the artist’s complex relationship with her fanbase. The piece describes a journey through a symbolic “long, long wood,” representing the artist’s experience with fame and the often-negative reactions to her work. It serves as a commentary on the inherent tension between artistic creation and public consumption, and Anhedönia’s struggle to maintain control and artistic integrity amidst a surge in popularity.

While *Perverts* includes two more traditional Ethel Cain songs, “Punish” and the album-closing “Amber Waves,” the overall focus remains firmly on experimental sounds. This intentional move away from the more accessible elements of *Preacher’s Daughter* positions *Perverts* as a deliberate provocation, challenging both expectations and listeners’ comfort zones.

Anhedönia’s artistic choices are presented as a protective measure, creating a barrier between herself and any listeners unwilling to fully embrace her unconventional approach. Whether the experimental nature of *Perverts* will alienate or attract a segment of her existing fanbase remains to be seen. However, Anhedönia’s bold artistic statement firmly establishes her project’s trajectory, demonstrating that Ethel Cain’s musical exploration knows no bounds. *Perverts* is available now on Daughters Of Cain.

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