Aly & AJ have re-entered their lives in the music industry as better, stronger, and older women. The duo’s anticipated album, Silver Deliverer, was released last week. Along with the album release, they have also announced a headlining tour throughout the United States. Aly, who gave birth to her son, Jack, will bring him on the tour bus. With their Disney Channel and Cow Belles movie days behind them, this new chapter is all about finding their live performance presence again. “This album for us is really about embracing our femininity and the changes that come with getting older, especially as female artists in this industry,” Aly told US Magazine.
The opening track, ‘Silver Deliverer,’ sets the tone with a heartfelt message of unwavering support—the girls affirm their commitment to one another through life’s ups and downs, beyond the realm of music. While it initially carries the feel of a country tune, the song blends Indie, Folk, and Rock influences, enriched by lush instrumentation that evokes the energy of a live band. Like the other ten tracks on the album, it dives into themes of sisterhood, loss, growth, and self-discovery. Even for those without siblings, ‘Silver Deliverer’ resonates deeply, capturing the essence of soul-deep connections, whether platonic or romantic.
Instrumentally, the remaining ten tracks carry a cohesive indie folk-rock sound. Lyrically, they explore themes of growth, change, and the enduring bond between the sisters. The songs ‘Next to Nothing’ and ‘If You Get Lonely’ are paired with music videos on a California beach, where the duo is seen dancing freely. Shot with a vintage-style lens, the visuals evoke the feel of a nostalgic home video brought into the present. Like ‘Silver Deliverer,’ these tracks center on sisterhood, personal evolution, and navigating life’s transitions.
In contrast, the song ‘Michael’ takes on a more emotional tone, exploring themes of grief and mental and physical struggle. ‘Michael’ is a heartfelt tribute to Aly & AJ’s longtime friend and advisor, Michael Oppenheim, who passed away before the album’s release. In a YouTube video on their channel, the duo shares how deeply he impacted their lives and career. They wrote the song in his memory, hoping he could hear it from heaven as they perform it on tour.
Controversially, ‘Places to Run’ dives into a deeply personal, lesser-spoken form of grief-the kind that comes not from death, but from abandonment. In a candid YouTube video, Aly revealed that during one of the darkest chapters of her life, when her mental health was unraveling and nothing seemed to be helping, her husband left her in the care of her family. She was staying at Aly’s house, trying desperately to find a medication that would make pregnancy possible, clinging to hope while everything else was falling apart. Then, one day, her husband brought her a small, unexpected gift: a bag of sand from Santa Fe. Somehow, that simple gesture became a grounding force in her emotional recovery. That sand—and the complicated love and loss it carried—wove itself into the heart of ‘Places to Run.’ As Aly said at the end of the video, that’s what the song is really about.
Aly & AJ are entering an exciting new chapter—one centered on growth and reconnection with their fans. In recent interviews, the duo shared that their latest album was crafted with live audiences in mind, promising an experience that shines on stage. Silver Deliverer is now streaming on all major platforms, and tickets for their upcoming North American fall tour will be available soon. Don’t forget to sign up for their mailing list to stay updated!
