ANOHNI’s voice has been a salve to millions since the release of her band’s debut album. Seven years later, ANOHNI is returning with a statement that’s softer in tone than her last, but no less deliberate in its message. She’s still calling out injustices, from senseless cruelty toward trans people to our myopic obsession with creature comforts at the cost of our planet. But the tenderness is back, as is her band, The Johnsons. Recorded with prolific producer Jimmy Hogarth, My Back Was A Bridge For You To Cross places ANOHNI’s vocals over pastoral arrangements that recall the lushness of ’70s soul. She spoke to hamiltonthemixtape about motherhood, volcanoes, and the false dichotomy between darkness and light. Listen to the episode at the link in bio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 📸 ANOHNI with Nomi Ruiz c. Rebis Music 2023 #ANOHNI #TheJohnsons