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Interpol release eighth studio album ‘This Mirror Weighs a_T

Overview

The New York indie rock band Interpol has released their eighth studio album, ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, via Partisan Records. Produced by Andrew Wyatt and mixed by David Fridmann, the project was recorded at Wyatt Studio in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, marking the band’s first time recording in their home city in over a decade after their previous release was recorded remotely during the pandemic. The album represents a sonic evolution for the group, incorporating synthesizers, strings, woodwinds, brass, acoustic guitars, and percussion to create an expansive, atmospheric sound. While maintaining their characteristic rhythmic DNA and atmospheric tension, the record explores influences such as trip-hop and dream pop. Thematic elements include reflection, distortion, perception, honesty, and dystopian elements. Specifically, the track ‘Iron City’ explores a vision of New York influenced by artificial intelligence. Paul Banks has described the recording process as an ‘unexpected alchemy’ that has provided new energy to the group. This release follows a four-year hiatus since their 2022 album, ‘The Other Side of Make-Believe’. The band has officially transitioned from a trio to a quintet, with long-time touring members Brandon Curtis and Brad Truax now recognized as official members. Truax has been appointed as the official bassist, a role previously filled by Paul Banks in the studio. The album cover features ‘Asymmetric Love Number 2’ by artist Addie Wagenknecht. To support the release, the band performed at the MEO Kalorama festival in Portugal on August 28, featuring tracks from the new album alongside classic songs such as ‘C’mere’. During the creative process, the band members reunited in the West Village during the spring of 2024 to improvise and compose.

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Paul Banks · Interpol · Andrew Wyatt · Daniel Kessler · Brad Truax

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Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Interpol releases eighth studio album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’

    New York band Interpol has released their eighth album, ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, featuring new collaborators and creative inspiration drawn from their connection to Mexico City.

  2. 10 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Interpol releases eighth studio album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’

    New York post-punk band Interpol has released ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, their eighth studio album, featuring an expanded lineup and production by Andrew Wyatt.

  3. 14 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Interpol releases eighth studio album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’

    Interpol has released ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, their first studio album in four years, featuring new bassist Brad Truax and produced by Andrew Wyatt.

  4. 15 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Interpol releases new album and performs at MEO Kalorama

    Interpol has released their new album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’ and performed at the MEO Kalorama festival in Portugal, continuing their evolution of the post-punk revival sound.

  5. 16 days ago

    [CULTURE] 13 sources
    Interpol releases eighth studio album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’

    Interpol releases ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, their eighth studio album. Produced by Andrew Wyatt, the record expands the band's post-punk sound with new textures like strings and synthesizers.

  6. 18 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Interpol releases new album ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’

    Interpol has released ‘This Mirror Weighs a Ton’, their first studio album in four years, produced by Andrew Wyatt and recorded in New York City.

Sources

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