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pond 1000 announce debut album "daffodiL" out 3/28, first single "sugar cube / small cloud" out now


off to a big start this year! i'm over the moon to welcome pond 1000 to the label, and to work with them on their phenomenal debut record "daffodiL", which will be out March 28th. Katie's songwriting is unreal, and the band as a whole is a bit of a supergroup of sorts. extremely talented people making some very compelling music; thats the sad cactus recipe right there..

the remarkable first single "sugar cube / small cloud" is out with an accompanying video today on youtube, and will be streaming later this week.


The dreamy sounds of Katie McShane’s songwriting take new shape with the debut of her mesmerizing band, pond 1000. Composed of a group of long-time collaborators in Southern Maine, pond 1000 is: Katie McShane (guitar, vocals), Iris Marion (guitar), Dylan Kumnick (drums), and Jesse Heasly (bass).

Their sound ranges from heavily distorted guitars to the ethereal, with McShane’s contemplative lyrical collages floating throughout tightly fitting counterpoint and intricate grooves. Soaring melodies navigate jagged soundscapes and aggressive rhythms, creating a lush tapestry of hypnotic and crystalline songs. The performances on pond 1000’s “daffodiL” are driving and full of character, and that essence directly translates onto the stage. Their energetic performances showcase the band’s dynamic musicality and reveal a temperament that is both plaintive and joyous.

pre-order a copy of the tape here: https://www.sadcact.us/products/864444-pond-1000-d...

and pre-order digital here: https://pond1000.bandcamp.com/album/daffodil

more to come soon!

Posted on February 11th, 2025
amiright? announce new record "Husk of a Body" out 2/14 + first three singles out now


we're thrilled to finally announce our first project of the year - the great new record Husk of a Body from Portland, ME trio amiright?. The record will be out Friday, February 14th, with a verrrrry fun release show the following day in Portland. This record is wonderful - warm, loud, scuzzy, and imbued with that Cactus je ne sais quoi - I'm so excited to be working with the band on it. The (great) first singles "Four Legs Six Ribbits", "Jaundice", and "Sequel to Head Will Explode" are out now streaming everywhere.

You can pre-order the cassette here: https://www.sadcact.us/products/864140-amiright-hu...

You can pre-order digitally here: https://amiright.bandcamp.com/album/husk-of-a-body

The show is with Otis, deep friends of the label Space Camp, and SPOILER ALERT future SC band pond 1000. not to be missed if you're in the area. Show info: https://space538.org/event/amiright-space-camp-pon...

Posted on January 27th, 2025