What we know about Justin Vernon: he’s a fantastic songwriter with a soulful voice, which has slowly but surely found widespread acclaim with Bon Iver. We also found out from the Blood Bank EP earlier this year that he’s not afraid to experiment. Still, I don’t think anyone could predict this one. Well, it kind of depends on your prior knowledge of Collections of Colonies of Bees, with whom this is an every day experience. But what is quite exciting about this is the new life that Vernon literally breathes into this band, which gives it enough distinction from the two bands that form this one, but also makes for quite a thrilling, pleasing listen.