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Interpol releases eighth studio album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’
American alternative rock band Interpol has released their eighth studio album, ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, marking their first new studio material in four years. Released on August 28, 2026, via Partisan Records, the project was recorded at Wyatt Studio in Manhattan, marking a return to the band's New York roots.
The album features several key changes for the group, including the appointment of Brad Truax as an official member and bassist, a role previously filled by Paul Banks in the studio. The record was produced by Andrew Wyatt and mixed by David Fridmann.
Musically, the album is described as an expansion of the band's signature sound, incorporating elements such as strings, wind instruments, acoustic guitars, layered vocals, and synthesizers. Frontman Paul Banks noted that the album explores themes of self-reflection and honesty.
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Andrew Wyatt · Brad Truax · Interpol · Partisan Records · Paul Banks
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The album features musical elements such as strings, wind instruments, and synthesizers www.wikimetal.com.br · www.billboard.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The album was recorded at Wyatt Studio in Manhattan www.wikimetal.com.br · www.billboard.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The album is released via Partisan Records www.wikimetal.com.br · www.billboard.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] This is Interpol's first studio album in four years www.wikimetal.com.br · www.billboard.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The album was produced by Andrew Wyatt rollingstone.com.br · www.wikimetal.com.br · www.billboard.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Brad Truax is now an official member of the band, serving as the bassist rollingstone.com.br · www.billboard.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Interpol released their eighth studio album, ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, on August 28, 2026 rollingstone.com.br · www.wikimetal.com.br · www.billboard.com