Name: When the Going Gets Dark
Brand: Quasi

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

TG270LPC1

Colour

Gold

Colour details

Gold Metallic

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-05-17

Signed copies

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36172097036

Total Cap

Gold LP

Artist

Quasi

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

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Touch and Go Records

Quasi is an American indie rock band formed in Portland, Oregon in 1993 by former spouses Sam Coomes (vocals, guitar, rocksichord, various keyboards, bass) and Janet Weiss (vocals and drums). Joanna Bolme performed and recorded with the group as a bassist from 2007 to 2011.
With their unique blend of alternative rock and indie pop, Quasi has been captivating audiences since their formation. Led by the talented duo of Sam Coomes and Janet Weiss, the band's music is characterized by powerful vocals and mesmerizing instrumentals. Their dynamic performances have earned them a dedicated fan base worldwide.
Over the years, Quasi has released several critically acclaimed albums that showcase their musical prowess. From heartfelt ballads to energetic anthems, each song reflects the band's ability to evoke raw emotions through their lyrics and melodies. With Joanna Bolme joining as a bassist for a period of time, Quasi's sound reached new heights.

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When the Going Gets Dark was tracked in a local Portland studio called Audible Alchemy. Our hope was that without the stresses and logistical difficulties of being musicians and engineers simultaneously, we would be liberated enough to propel our playing to a new level. This did in fact happen. Our takes were some of the most daring and expansive of our career. We captured sounds that were powerful, unrepeatable, and unmistakably psychedelic. Images began to emerge, centered on dreams, memories, and defiance, and it seemed our record was coming together. But problems and frustrations with the studio slowed us down, and by mix down, the sessions 7 came to a halt. We let sleeping dogs lie for a while, and then I had the bright idea to call Dave Fridmann, the genius who produced The Woods for my other band Sleater kinney. He agreed to take the tapes to his studio in Fredonia, NY (Tarbox Road Studios). It was like winning the lottery. He understood the intensity and beautiful chaos we had captured. He made the mixes powerful and unpredictable. He enhanced the swirling, layered, psyche feel, and I swear, sprinkled fairy dust on our record. I am proud of this music. Most of the bands that started when Quasi did are broken up or playing reunion shows. Tastes have changed, and fans have moved onto other things. But in the end, it's the indescribable, soulful connection between Sam and me that compels us to continue writing and recording our songs. When the Going Gets Dark proves that all the blood, sweat and tears were worthwhile. Janet Weiss, drummer.

When the Going Gets Dark

Music GB

Discover Quasi by Quasi on vinyl from Touch and Go Records. Dive into the psychedelic sounds of "When the Going Gets Dark" with daring, powerful takes.