Photo by Cory Weaver.
Jesus Christ Supercar wrote their new singles, “What Time?” and “Radar,” in the woods. In fact, that’s how they conceptualize most of their music: About twice a year, the trio heads out to a remote cabin for what they’ve dubbed “super sabbaticals.” Frontman Collin McCabe says these getaways give the group space to decide where they want their sound to go next.
“We'll load up the entire rig—I mean, all of our gear—and we'll go out and set up in the round in one room, and then in another room we'll have some smaller amps and a mini keyboard,” McCabe says. “Over the course of three to four days, we try to write three or four songs to completion.”
Listeners can get a taste of Jesus Christ Supercar’s updated discography at the band’s first-ever vinyl release show on December 17, where “What Time?” and “Radar” will be available for purchase on “crystal-clear” 7-inch wax. The show, hosted by Old Rock House, will also feature local acts Cave Radio and Blinded by Stereo. An exclusive poster from artist duo Sleepy Kitty will mark the event.
Image by Sleepy Kitty Arts.
For McCabe, it was important that the night’s lineup meshed well together while still representing a diverse bill. As a fan of Cave Radio, he thought they would be a “great band to add” for their unique, calmer sound. Deanna Soreson, the band’s vocalist and founder, adds that guests at Old Rock House can expect to hear a preview of Cave Radio’s upcoming releases.
“[We’re opening with] a new song that’s going to be on our second album,” Sorenson says. “It’s called ‘The Void,’ and we’re all really looking forward to playing it.”
McCabe also has a professional tie to Blinded by Stereo. After seeing the power-pop group play for the first time this summer, he instantly connected to their music. So much so that he ended up joining the band. He’ll be splitting his vocal and instrumental duties between the two sets at the vinyl release show.
Prior to onboarding McCabe, Blinded by Stereo vocalist Matt Riddle “always wanted to play a show with Supercar” and admired the band’s work. Now that the groups are able to collaborate, he hopes Saturday night’s performance will connect fans of each band to new music they might love.
Ultimately, all three bands echoed the same goal: to get listeners on their feet.
“People should bring their dancing shoes, man!” Riddle says. “It's gonna be an adrenaline ride from beginning to end.”
