Recorded entirely live in a candle-lit studio over the course of a weekend at The Royal Danish Academy of Music, Quiet Sonia’s debut full-length album, “QS,” is the first recording featuring the entire seven-piece group.

The album pays homage to a selection of classic rock records that possess a distinctive “live” or “band” feel, such as Songs: Ohia’s “Magnolia Electric Co.,” Van Morrison’s “Astral Weeks,” and Cowboy Junkies’ “The Trinity Session.” It harkens back to the era of recording when tracks were cut straight-to-tape, without the use of multitrack recording techniques. The result is a certain raw and stark quality, devoid of any overdubs. The focus of this record lies in the essence of songwriting, the exceptional interplay within the group, and the momentous energy captured in each individual performance. It invites listeners to engage actively, appreciating the subtle shifts in texture, tempo, dynamics, improvisational elements, and the deliberate use of silence. As a result, the album exudes a warmth, urgency, and intimacy that are rarely experienced in contemporary rock music. “QS” is a sprawling yet intimate, noisy, raw, and emotionally charged chamber rock/folk/post-rock record that opens up a vast and captivating sonic landscape.