Chicago indie singer-songwriter Lillian King continues to carve her lane in the music world with the release of her second single “Echo,” out September 23rd via Pronounced Kroog. The track serves as a hypnotic preview of her upcoming debut album In Your Long Shadow, set for release on October 24th.
While much of In Your Long Shadow explores memory and grief, “Echo” turns inward, reflecting on the strange comfort of repetition and the way loss cycles through everyday life. Written in fragments and brought together during a spontaneous studio session, the song captures the rare spark of discovery—windswept and rhythmic, brimming with the bracing yet soothing winter energy of Lake Michigan.
At the heart of the track is a trio of musicians whose chemistry breathes life into the song. Robert Salazar’s drums provide a steady, gentle propulsion; Nick DePrey’s organ layers warmth and texture; and King’s low, unhurried vocal anchors everything in grounded intimacy. Producer Jack Henry (Friko, Free Range) caught lightning in a bottle, recording the song in a way that balances rawness with clarity. It moves with the looseness of a live take yet lands with the quiet assurance of something destined to linger.
The influence of Spencer Krug—best known for Wolf Parade, Sunset Rubdown, and Moonface—is subtle but significant. As label head and early champion, Krug’s support elevates the release with indie credibility, making Lillian the first artist to release under his imprint, Pronounced Kroog. His trust underscores the balance of vulnerability and control present in King’s music.
Fans of Sharon Van Etten, Rosali, and Mazzy Star will find themselves drawn to the song’s emotional pull, understated honesty, and dreamlike atmosphere. With her distinctly Midwestern storytelling, King avoids flash in favor of steady sincerity, crafting music that slowly embeds itself into the listener’s life.
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“Echo” is more than a single—it’s a statement of intent. With her debut album approaching, Lillian King is proving herself to be an artist who doesn’t chase hype but instead builds something lasting. Echo is intimate, hypnotic, and unforgettable—another sign that King is a rising voice worth listening to.
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