album · March 21, 2000

We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes

Death Cab for Cutie

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The Barsuk Records debut from Death Cab for Cutie, "We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes" is a pivotal early work that captured the band's signature blend of intricate guitar work and raw, emotional lyricism. It showcases their transition to a more polished, yet still distinctly lo-fi, sound that would become a hallmark of their career.

• The album was recorded in the fall of 1999 at the band's rehearsal space in Bellingham, Washington, with guitarist Chris Walla producing.
• "We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes" features the original lineup of the band, including guitarist Chris Walla, bassist Nick Harmer, and drummer Michael Schorr, alongside vocalist and songwriter Ben Gibbard.
• The album was released on March 21, 2000, by indie label Barsuk Records, the same label that would release their subsequent albums for many years.

Death Cab for Cutie is an indie rock band from Bellingham, Washington, known for their introspective lyrics and melodic songwriting. In 2000, they were releasing their second full-length album on Barsuk Records, solidifying their presence in the burgeoning Pacific Northwest indie scene.