Gus Englehorn invites listeners into the twisted world of One-Eyed Jack to celebrate Halloween today. It is a captivating multi-part release that blurs the line between sound and storytelling.
After unveiling his highly anticipated new album and the first single and video for “Thyme”, Gus Englehorn is thrilled to introduce listeners to the enigmatic world of One-Eyed Jack with the release of two singles. One Eyed Jack Pt. I and Pt. II (The Interrogation/The Otherside), followed by One Eyed Jack Pt. III (The Epilogue), giving listeners the urge to dive deep into the gripping storyline and vivid inspiration behind the fictional character invented by Gus himself.
Englehorn describes One Eyed Jack as “a railroad song, of the kind that I would imagine a group of men singing as they drove in the railroad spikes while working. It’s about a Spanish Inquisition-style interrogation about a fictional deity (One-Eyed Jack), whose legend, retold and exaggerated over time, grew to the point of inter-dimensional mystery.”
The video, directed by Preda and Englehorn, blends surrealism with an eerie, dreamlike narrative. It features a mix of unsettling interrogation scenes and abstract visuals, creating a mysterious, otherworldly atmosphere that complements the quirky, offbeat vibe of the song.
When discussing the process of making the video, Preda mentions “I love to work with limitations. It forces you to take a good look at what you have to work with and see the potential in your environment. This video was shot in Gus’ dad’s garage, in Maui. Everything featured in the video just happened to be there. To me that’s what it means to be an artist. Seen the potential in your environment and turning it into art.”
Watch “One Eyed Jack (Trilogy)” BELOW:
With each release, Gus Englehorn invites us to step into a world where intrigue, emotion, and storytelling collide, offering a thrilling sonic journey unlike any other. The Hornbook, his sophomore release, will be available everywhere on January 31st via Secret City Records.
Co-produced by Mark Lawson (Arcade Fire, Timbre Timbre, Colin Stetson) and mixed by Paul Leary from the legendary noise-rock band Butthole Surfers, The Hornbook reimagines the essence of 20th-century rock. From the charm of ’50s oldies and the grit of ’60s garage to the glam of the ’70s and the experimental edge of ’80s and ’90s indie, this album spins these eras into a futuristic, otherworldly experience.
Pre-order your copy of “The Hornbook” HERE.
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