Pulitzer- and Grammy-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens has released the video for “Carolina Rain,” a song from her upcoming album Hope Is The Thing With Feathers, due September 18 on Nonesuch Records.
The 10-track album focuses on community, resilience, and collective strength. Giddens recorded the project live with minimal overdubs, emphasizing direct performances and a stripped-down sound.
Musicians: Rhiannon Giddens on lead vocals; Dirk Powell on acoustic guitar, fiddle, slide guitar, banjo, percussion, vocals; Francesco Turrisi on accordion; Amelia Powell on vocals; Brady Blade on percussion; Jason Sypher on electric bass; and Bill Smith on drums.
Video concept and direction by Nespy5euro. Animation and hand-painted artwork by Valeria Weerasinghe / Nespy5euro.
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