Sis and the Lower Wisdom mark a key moment in their ongoing evolution with the release of their latest single, ‘Crocus Man’, out now on October 27. Led by singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Jenny Gillespie Mason, the project started as a set of close-knit, DIY sound explorations that grew into a broader team-up with a group of Los Angeles players. That shift birthed the Lower Wisdom moniker, pulled from Gnostic concepts of higher knowledge dipping into earthly shapes—a fitting tag for Mason’s output, which stays bright, inquisitive, and grounded in the everyday. This track pulls from the upcoming full-length Saints and Aliens, due in January, building on the band’s knack for blending personal reflection with wide-open arrangements that nod to life amid the stars.

At its core, ‘Crocus Man’ pulls you right into Sis and the Lower Wisdom‘s broad sound palette, sliding across alternative jazz-pop lines with sharp ensemble work. Rhodes keys lead the way alongside glowing synth lines, smooth bass runs, horn accents, and detailed drum patterns that circle before locking in tight. It’s got that off-the-cuff energy mixed with tight execution, capturing a quick hit of shared vibes, noise, and drive in under four minutes.

Jenny Gillespie Mason had this to say: “‘Crocus Man‘ is a love letter to a dear friend whose indomitable spirit, joie de vivre, and kindness inspire me to be a better friend and person.” Penned mid-flight from New York to San Francisco right after a visit with that friend, it kicked off with voice, Rhodes, and clarinet outlines, then fleshed out into a complete setup alongside producer and bassist Dougie Stu, who layered in beats, extra hits, and depth. Listeners into The Weather Station, Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith, or Alice Coltrane will catch the pull here—a call to ease up and tune in to something fluid and lasting, all while hinting at the cosmic-personal digs coming on Saints and Aliens.

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