Jose Gonzalez "Against the Dying of the Light" 2026-06-19 with a pull tab opening

with a pull tab opening the Giant’s die-cut eyes on the front jacket

and captured those invigorated versions in impromptu sessions at producer Tucker Martine’s Portland studio

who finds himself inspired and at peace both personally and artistically in ways that eluded him for most of his first 15 years playing music

but did not include "Back to School (Mini Maggit)"

A light had gone out—a light with a monstrous bass tone and a feral roar

Jose Gonzalez "Against the Dying of the Light" 2026-06-19 with a pull tab openingMute is excited to announce the release of Jos Gonzlezs new album, Against the Dying of the Light, arriving March 27th. The album will be available on black vinyl and CD, both packaged in a gatefold jacket. Where Gonzalezs previous record Local Valley turned inward toward place, language, and personal reflection, Against the Dying of the Light widens its gaze, becoming an urgent call to preserve the light of humanity with all its flaws, at a moment