Influential avant-garde artist Jarboe, and former member of the legendary Swans, will embark on a UK and European tour in May 2026, presenting a truly unique and powerful collaboration alongside vocalist/composer Joy Von Spain (Eye of Nix).

Jarboe’s live set, an immersive experience forged across decades of boundary-pushing music, will draw from her deep catalogue of industrial, experimental and atmospheric works. The trio will also debut two ambient pieces from her forthcoming album, “Sightings”. The performance is a unique union of ritual, sound and raw emotion, showcasing three distinct voices from the experimental underground working in transformative harmony.

Jarboe draws from a variety of sources: childhood in the Mississippi delta and New Orleans, life in NYC’s east village during the post no-wave scene in the band Swans, university studies in literature and theatre, global travels, and a history of extensive recordings, collaborations, and performances (clubs, theaters, art galleries, cathedrals, festivals, live radio, television, film). Jarboe’s voice and music is known for versatility and emotional conveyance in bold experimental as well as melodic diversity and expression. Over the course of her life through efforts in past and present disciplines, Jarboe explores the rebuilding / reinventing of identity and the elemental structures of personae. Highlights from Jarboe’s career include co-fronting, vocals, keyboard performances on stage, studio song arrangements, songwriting. recording in Swans US Tour, London performance and album with Neurosis, “Work In Progress” Arts Program grants for rock theatre and related performances in Chicago, Atlanta, and New York City.

“Due to unforeseen personal reasons, Thor Harris will no longer be joining the upcoming UK and European tour. While his presence and unique contribution will be missed, the tour will proceed with full energy.” – Jarboe