Early years (1982вЂ“1985) Initial influences The band was formed and has been led by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Michael Gira, here shown performing in Kansas City, Missouri in September 2012. Since 1990, all Swans records have been released through Gira's own label, Young God Records. The band's latest album, Leaving Meaning, was released on October 25, 2019. Since 2019, Gira has been touring and recording with Swans as 'a revolving cast of contributors'. This iteration of the group performed its last shows in November 2017, ending the tour in support of its final album The Glowing Man. In 2010, Gira re-formed the band without Jarboe, establishing a stable lineup of musicians which has toured worldwide and released four albums to critical acclaim. Jarboe remained the band's only constant member except Gira and semi-constant guitarist Norman Westberg until their dissolution in 1997. Following the addition of singer, songwriter and keyboardist Jarboe in 1986, Swans began to incorporate melody and intricacy into their music.

Initially, their music was known for its sonic brutality and misanthropic lyrics.

One of few acts to emerge from the New York City-based no wave scene and stay intact into the next decade, Swans have become recognized for an ever-changing sound, exploring genres such as noise rock, post-punk, industrial and post-rock. Swans are an American experimental rock band formed in 1982 by singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Michael Gira.

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