Ghost Box by Suss, released 30 November 2018, includes the following tracks: "Big Sky", "Laredo", "Cayonlands (Return To Wichita)", "Salt" and more.
This version of Ghost Box comes as a 1xCD in a(n) Digipak packaging. -
Originally self-released on February 2nd of this year, Northern Spy is now proud to present this fantastic album on CD for the first time, with four never-before-heard bonus tracks. This is Ghost Box (Expanded).What would it sound like if Brian Eno had produced the Western film scores of Ennio Morricone? We'll never know, but we're now a step closer thanks to Ghost Box, the debut album by Suss, an NYC quintet whose members have worked with Lydia Lunch, the B-52s, David Bowie, John Cale, Wilco, Norah Jones, and countless others. More than a reconstruction of an imagined collaboration between Eno and Morricone, Ghost Box opens a door onto a world where ambient music and country-western make for natural bedfellows.For Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and cowpunk pioneer Bob Holmes, that connection has been hiding in plain sight for decades. Holmes views acts like Boards of Canada and My Bloody Valentine as more recent avatars of the "high lonesome" vibe that we tend to think of in terms of traditional roots music. In that light, if you trace the melancholic sprawl of those acts back to Hank Williams, it almost begs the question: What is twang, anyway, if not a form of ambiance?WichitaLate Night CallBig SkyRainLaredoGunfighterCanyonlands (Return To Wichita)StreamSaltLaramieAfter the Storm
Issue in tri-fold Digipak.
Suss' Ambient Country Album
Ghost Box (Expanded)
Will Give You
That High Lonesome Feeling
4 Unreleased Tracks!
MOJO's Top 10 Ambient
Albums of 2018!
"Ghost Box" is a CD release by the artist Suss, issued by the label Northern S. The album presents atmospheric, slow-burning compositions that blend ambient, Americana, and cinematic soundscapes into a deeply immersive listening experience. Long, spacious tracks, shimmering guitar tones, pedal-steel textures, and subtly layered electronics create a sense of vast open spaces, nocturnal highways, and half-remembered dreams. This is music that unfolds patiently, rewarding attentive listening with rich detail, but it also works excellently as a contemplative, meditative backdrop. "Ghost Box" is particularly suited for late-night sessions, focused work phases, or anyone seeking an evocative soundtrack that feels both intimate and expansive at the same time.
Suss are known for merging elements of ambient and minimalist music with the wide-screen feel of classic American road-movie scores. Their sound often evokes desert horizons, abandoned motels, and distant radio signals, turning each piece into a kind of imaginary film scene. On "Ghost Box," the band refine this aesthetic with a cohesive flow from track to track, creating a narrative arc that you experience rather than simply listen to. Subtle melodic figures appear and reappear, wrapped in reverb-drenched atmospheres and gentle rhythmic pulses, giving the album a strong sense of continuity without ever becoming monotonous.
The CD format underlines the album's character as a complete, carefully sequenced work. Unlike a playlist of single tracks, "Ghost Box" is designed to be heard from beginning to end, allowing the mood to develop gradually. The physical release is ideal for collectors and listeners who appreciate tangible media, and it invites you to sit down, press play, and stay with the music for its full duration. The detailed production benefits from high-quality playback systems, where the nuances of the guitars, synth washes, and ambient background sounds can fully come to life.
Suss have built a reputation within the ambient and experimental music community for their distinctive blend of texture, melody, and atmosphere. Their work is frequently praised for its filmic qualities and its ability to conjure vivid images without the need for lyrics. "Ghost Box" continues this trajectory, positioning the group as one of the more recognizable voices in contemporary ambient Americana. While they operate somewhat outside the mainstream, their releases have attracted a dedicated following among listeners who value subtlety, depth, and emotional resonance in instrumental music.
Northern S, the label behind this CD, is dedicated to carefully curated, high-quality releases with a strong sense of artistic identity. Rather than aiming for mass-market output, Northern S focuses on projects that offer a coherent aesthetic vision and long-term listening value. The label is known for supporting artists who explore atmospheric and experimental territories, giving them the space and freedom to realize their sound without compromise. With "Ghost Box," Northern S once again demonstrates a commitment to thoughtful production standards, from sound quality to presentation, appealing especially to listeners who appreciate finely crafted, immersive music experiences.
