‘Illinoise’ Dance Musical Brings Grief, Faith And Love To The Broadway Stage

A new dance theater piece brings Sufjan Stevens’ album “Illinois” to life. “Illinoise” is a clever adaptation of Stevens’ work, tying together works that begin with little more in common than a shared theme and similar sound into a seamless narrative. The dance revue includes all the major tracks from the album, though they’re used slightly out of order. None of the characters have speaking roles.

Sufjan Stevens’ Latest Album Mourns A Year’s Loss Without Saying A Word

(REVIEW) Sufjan Stevens completed the release of his five volume project “Convocations,” meant to work as a cycle of grief. The album honors his biological father, who passed away last year, and makes nods to a year of grief with COVID-19 and other tragedy. The album is entirely instrumental and electronic, expanding on his previous work.

‘The Ascension’ Transcends Politics And Grief To Worship

(REVIEW) Indie musician Sufjan Stevens released his newest album, “The Ascension,” on Sept. 25. He uses synth pop and tragic lyrics to express a sense of hopelessness with American society and politics. As he addresses God, however, his raw honesty creates an atmosphere of worship.

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