It’s a day for rebirths. The summer is ending, but that means I’m back home and ready for an exciting new year. The blog has been untouched for a couple months – as I’ve been pretty busy – but that means it’s ready for a resuscitation. And what better way to mark that principle then to post a NEW SONG from my favorite band in the world (all member still alive category). That’s right, after 7 years of silence, Carissa’s Wierd are back recording together.
No word yet on whether this is a one-off thing, or whether they’re planning on reuniting for good. But they’ve got a show scheduled in Seattle for late September, and promises of more to come. And they’re dropping a single on September 13. The A-side is called ‘Tucson’ – after their original hometown. And the B-side, called ‘Meredith and Iris,’ is available to hear now.
Carissa’s Wierd – Meredith & Iris by hardlyartrecords
You can hear the development of their style, for sure. This sounds a lot closer to the songs they recorded for the never-finished fourth record – with bigger, more swooping movements, and a bit of electric buzz. It also has a tinge of their post-breakup work. But, most importantly, it is utterly beautiful. And while I will always love the wispy early stuff from them the very most, there is something powerful about the harmonies that Mat Brooke and Jenn Ghetto are capable of these days. It gives me shivers to hear…
In all honesty, my excitement at hearing new music from this band could only really be matched by the re-incarnation of John and George – and the prospect of a new Beatles record.