See You Tomorrow (album)

See You Tomorrow is the twelfth studio album by American alternative band The Innocence Mission, released on January 17, 2020, by Bella Union in Europe and Australia and by Thérèse Records in the United States and Canada.

[2] Stereogum said themes of "Love, connection, community, and understanding" are "at the core of the album, one that is steeped in awe and wonder, intense longing, sadness, and joy; a rich sequence of songs that attempt to describe the essence of what makes us human.

"[4] Folk Radio UK said it sees the band thematically evolve from their preceding album, 2018's Sun on the Square, by "touching on the major changes that happen in the life of a family", with Karen elaborating: "Great love of course contains great anxiety, for the safety and health of the loved ones, for one's own ability to be a good enough helper and companion, for the future.

"[5] Stereogum described "On Your Side" as a "lovely and understated track about how those who have passed on still live beside us," quoting the lyric "In my dream, I would be in Paris with my mom.

Francis and the Future' was inspired by my memory of discovering this painting because, during our visit, a tour guide had us look at a multitude of details using a large magnifying glass he had with him.

[2] "On Your Side", "This Boat", "The Brothers William Said" and "St. Francis and the Future" were all issued on streaming platforms prior to the release of the album.

[20] Stereogum dubbed it their album of the week, saying: "Warmth seeps in from every corner; little background sounds make it clear that the Perises are inviting you into their home and their slow-moving world.

The group's signature sound is a home-built concept, gently refined over their three decades together, and their steady cultivation of it is their gift to the world."

"[13] Writing in The Philadelphia Inquirer, Steve Klinge described the album as "lovely, understated" and praised Karen's lyrics as being "full of natural elements—sun, stars, clouds, trees, fields—and they continually return to sharp observations that seek to capture and retain moments."

"[16] Loud and Quiet called the record an "introspection of people and how life's daunting uncertainty impacts the love and anxiety attached to those we cherish.

They summarized by describing it as "a body of work that envisions grandiose proportion, sonically embodying the complexity of what makes us unique and innately human.

"[15] The Skinny characterized the album as "slightly more piano-heavy furrow than before", describing it "music made for people who are not quick to dismiss something if it sounds downbeat."

Jan van Eyck's Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata (c. 1430–32) inspired the lyrics to the song "St. Francis and the Future"