James Elkington and Nathan Salsburg – Death Wishes to Kill

After eight years of musical silence, James Elkington and Nathan Salsburg emerge from the shadows with “Death Wishes to Kill,” the lead single from their upcoming album, “All Gist.” This track, a product of rapid and seamless collaboration, signals a rebirth for the duo, drawing inspiration from the peculiar narrative of TS Powys’ “Unclay.” The song encapsulates the story of Death, who, instead of fulfilling his grim duties, decides to settle down in a village, much to the local’s bemusement. Featuring the talents of Nick Macri on upright bass and Wanees Zaroor with a mesmerizing violin solo, “Death Wishes to Kill” sets the stage for “All Gist,” an album that promises to blend folk roots with unexpected stories, encapsulating the duo’s journey from a prolonged hiatus back to the heart of music-making.