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One of the last visuals is a car advertisement that says “Massive-Full Size”, a fitting description of the behemoth that are Godspeed You! Black Emperor.

With a bow and gracious thanks she leaves, and the delight of seeing a true great in the flesh is written on the faces of all.

Many bands fade away with age, but for Swans it’s only made them more menacing.

“Are there any Nine Inch Nails fans out there?” he asks as he flings his acoustic guitar over his shoulder, following up the enquiry with the sweetest version of Closer you’ll ever hear.

Pic by Josh Groom

Pic by Elliot Green

Judging from the evidence present on A Year At Sea, Winter People could be huge.