Bill Callahan revisits 2001 Peel Session with new EP featuring original songs and classic covers

Bill Callahan's EP, recorded in December 2001 at BBC's Maida Vale studios, features two original songs and covers of Fleetwood Mac and the Velvet Underground. This release highlights Callahan's signature blend of dark themes and emotional depth. The EP showcases a stripped-down sound, with stark arrangements that emphasize the unsettling nature of Callahan's lyrics. His covers reinterpret the originals, adding a darker tone that aligns with his usual themes of complexity and vulnerability. The final track, a rendition of the Velvet Underground's "Jesus," presents a more grounded moment in Callahan's work. His subdued delivery contrasts with the earlier songs, offering a reflective conclusion to the session.