Sufjan Stevens Dedicates New Album to Late Partner in Poignant Tribute

Sufjan Stevens dedicates new album to late partner

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Album titled Javelin released on October 6, 2023

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Partner Evans Richardson died in April 2023

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Stevens describes Richardson as light of his life

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Album a tribute to Richardson love and support

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Songs explore themes of grief, loss, and love

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Album features collaborations with other artists

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Critically acclaimed, praised for its honesty and emotion

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Stevens' most personal album to date

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A powerful and moving tribute to lost love

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Sufjan Stevens' Javelin a must-listen

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