Speedy Ortiz's 2013 debut album, "Major Arcana," delivered a potent dose of nervy, guitar-centric alternative rock that quickly made them a critical darling. The album showcased Sadie Dupuis's sharp, literate lyricism and the band's knack for crafting intricate, yet propulsive, song structures.
- Recorded at Great Northern Sound in buildling, NH, with producer Paul Q. Kolderie, "Major Arcana" was the band's first full-length release on Carpark Records.
- Upon release, "Major Arcana" garnered significant critical acclaim, appearing on numerous year-end lists from publications like Pitchfork and The Wire.
- The album features prominent singles such as "Tiger Tank" and "Plough," which became staples of Speedy Ortiz's live sets.
Speedy Ortiz is a band from Boston, Massachusetts, known for their guitar-driven indie rock sound. They emerged in the early 2010s, often associated with the burgeoning wave of alternative rock bands.
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