"Foil Deer" finds Speedy Ortiz embracing a wider range of sounds and textures, from the glammy strut of "My Deadness" to the intricate, math-rock-inflected "Xmas in Your Mouth." Sadie Dupuis's songwriting remains a potent brew of the intensely personal and the keenly observed.
- "Foil Deer" was recorded at Rare Book Room studio in Brooklyn with producer John Agnello. The album reached number 19 on Billboard's Heatseekers/Top New Artist Albums chart. Lead single "My Deadness" was noted for its distinctive, driving bassline.
- The album was released on April 21, 2015, by Carpark Records. It followed their critically acclaimed 2013 debut, "Major Arcana." Music videos were released for "My Deadness" and "Raising the Barrier."
- Spin called "Foil Deer" the band's most dynamic and adventurous work to date. Pitchfork described the album as a more polished, pop-oriented affair than their previous releases. The album features guest appearances from bands like Radiator Hospital and Berwanger.
Speedy Ortiz is an indie rock band from Boston, Massachusetts, fronted by songwriter Sadie Dupuis. They are known for their smart, often acerbic, guitar-driven alternative rock. In 2015, Speedy Ortiz released "Foil Deer" during a period of increasing recognition following their 2013 debut album "Major Arcana."
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