Decemberists Shakeup | New Lineup
Hi everyone.
We meant to announce this soon, though I realize that the folks at KRS kind of let the proverbial cat out of the bag.
We’re very sad to announce that Rachel Blumberg has decided, after much deliberation, to leave the group. We’re going to to miss her tons, but we all collectively feel it’s for the best.
Since joining the group, Rachel has always made it clear that Norfolk and Western, the band she shares with her sweetheart, Adam Selzer, has been her priority. Unfortunately, our increasingly hectic schedule has never really made this a possibility. Her decision to leave was a very difficult one to make, but we all support her wholeheartedly.
In happier news, we’ve taken the opportunity to shake up the ranks a bit and are pleased to welcome two new members to the Decemberist family, John Moen and Petra Haden. John’s a bit of a cornerstone of the Portland rock community and is a member of Steve Malkmus’ Jicks as well as his own band the Maroons; Petra was a founding member of That Dog and has played with tons of folks including the Rentals, Beck, and Cibo Matto. They’re both incredibly sweet people and we’re really pleased to have them on board.
So anyway, just wanted to write a little note to let you all know what was happening. Norfolk will be heading on the road this spring with M. Ward as both his opening and backing band, a show which everyone should go see.
Best,
Colin.
Related Links
Tickets for M Ward @ Knitting Factory, NYC
New Bill Frisell & Petra Haden CD set for release January 11th, 2005
Thanks to More Cowbell for the heads up.
Previously
Colin Meloy (Decemberists) cover Morrissey
Colin Meloy on the Picaresque Leak
