Zach Condon’s band Beirut returns with an ambitious statement that bridges literature and live performance. Titled A Study of Losses, the 18-track project began when Swedish troupe Kompani Giraff approached Condon for a theatrical collaboration, taking cues from Judith Schalansky’s introspective novel. It also marks Beirut’s first major release since 2019’s Gallipoli, offering a new chapter in the group’s evolving sound.
Fans already caught a glimpse of the record with “Caspian Tiger.” Now, “Guericke’s Unicorn” arrives as a visual showcase featuring choreography, inventive puppetry, and Kompani Giraff’s signature design flourishes. The album drops April 18 on Pompeii Records, Condon’s own imprint, setting the stage for a journey that fuses worldly influences with a dash of modern mystique.
Beirut is stepping into this fresh moment with a renewed sense of exploration, proving that artistic partnerships can spark unexpected magic. A Study of Losses stands as a testament to Condon’s ever-evolving vision—ready to be unveiled in full.
