Superchunk share details of forthcoming album, Songs in the Key of Yikes

“It’s always been the case that everyone is going through something that you may not be aware of,” says the band’s Mac McCaughan. “This is currently more true than ever—but also the case that we are all going through some things together. In the face of that, what good is art and where is happiness found? (Spoiler alert: I don’t know.)” In the forthcoming album, Songs in the Key of Yikes, the band are seeking an answer.

“This song is about not second-guessing yourself in the very second-guessable process of writing words and music,” McCaughan explains. “It’s about the legitimate question of ‘who needs this and what is it good for?’ but also about not setting such a high bar for making art that you never get started. ‘Is it making you feel something?’ Ok, that’s a place to start.”

The band will be releasing a limited-edition 7” record featuring "Is It Making You Feel Something" b/w "Sirens & Lights", an unreleased exclusive-to-vinyl B-side from the album sessions.

In addition to welcoming Laura King into the fold after two years as their touring drummer, the album features contributions from Rosali Middleman; Bella Quinlan and Holly Thomas of Quivers; and touring bassist Betsy Wright.