All Things Will Unwind

All Things Will Unwind is the third studio album by My Brightest Diamond, representing a significant shift toward acoustic chamber music. Recorded in New York City with the yMusic ensemble, the album was composed specifically for their instrumentation (trumpet, flute, clarinet, violin, viola, and cello). This collaboration defines the record's sonic identity, stripping away the distorted guitars and heavy synths of earlier releases in favor of intricate, woodwind-heavy arrangements. Lyrically, Shara Nova explores themes of motherhood, class warfare, and existential balance, influenced by her move to Detroit and conversations with Laurie Anderson. The production by Pat Dillett emphasizes a dry, intimate soundstage where every breath and valve-click is audible. The album was widely praised for its ability to bridge the gap between formal classical composition and avant-pop accessibility, cementing Nova's reputation as a premier architect of modern art-pop.