Tragic Magic is a collaborative studio album by American musicians Julianna Barwick and Mary Lattimore. It was released on January 16, 2026, through InFiné. It received universal acclaim from critics.
Background Julianna Barwick is an American composer, vocalist, and record producer. Mary Lattimore is an American harpist. Tragic Magic is their debut collaborative album. It is Barwick's first record since Healing Is a Miracle (2020) and Lattimore's first record since Goodbye, Hotel Arkada (2023). For the album, they were given access to the instrument collection of Philharmonie de Paris' Musée de la Musique. The album was written and recorded in nine days. It includes a cover version of Vangelis' "Rachel's Song" and a rendition of Roger Eno-written "Temple of the Winds". The album was released on January 16, 2026, through InFiné.
Critical reception
Safi Bugel of The Guardian described the album as "a wonderfully immersive set of new age and ambient tracks, where Barwick's airy, reverbed vocals and atmospheric synth washes interweave with, and accentuate, Lattimore's twinkling harp." Heather Phares of AllMusic wrote, "Simply put, Tragic Magic is an affecting, powerfully gentle testament to the alchemy that comes from sharing the burdens -- and opportunities -- of hard times with love and creativity." Richie Assaly of Exclaim! stated, "Though it may be categorized as experimental or avant-garde, Tragic Magic is an accessible and rewarding listen."
Track listing
Personnel Credits adapted from liner notes.
Julianna Barwick – arrangement, production, performance, synthesizer Mary Lattimore – arrangement, production, performance, harp Trevor Spencer – additional production, sound recording, mixing Heba Kadry – mastering Cat Solen – cover art, executive design David Normand – executive design
Charts + Chart performance for Tragic Magic Chart (2026) Peakposition French Physical Albums (SNEP) 155
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