Lost Carpenters Tracks Discovered in Vault Spark New Album Release and Biopic

 

In a stunning revelation that’s thrilling fans worldwide, several previously unheard tracks by the iconic 1970s duo, The Carpenters, have been discovered in a private studio vault. These tracks, recorded by Karen and Richard Carpenter during their peak years, are set to be released in a new album titled *Echoes from Yesterday*. Music historians believe the recordings, including covers of classic standards and original material, were intended for an experimental concept album that was shelved in 1976 due to creative differences with their label.

 

The release of *Echoes from Yesterday* will coincide with an upcoming Carpenters biopic, *Close to You*, scheduled for production in early 2025. Academy Award-nominated actress Florence Pugh is rumored to play Karen Carpenter, and the film will explore the band’s rise to fame, the challenges they faced in the music industry, and Karen’s enduring legacy.

 

Richard Carpenter, now in his mid-70s, spoke emotionally about the project, stating, “These songs capture Karen in a deeply personal light, in ways the world hasn’t yet heard. It’s a gift to bring her voice back to life and share it with a new generation.”

 

Set for release in 2025, *Echoes from Yesterday* promises a mix of soul-stirring ballads and up-tempo pop hits that are quintessentially Carpenters, while the biopic aims to shed new light on the duo’s complex bond and their impact on music history.