California-based supergroup, The Third Mind, released their second album, “The Third Mind 2,” on CD and digital platforms via Yep Roc Records on October 27, 2023. The double LP, including fourth side etched mandala, is available today!
Watch the official unboxing video through the YouTube player below:
Featuring an all-star eclectic ensemble of like-minded musicians – Jesse Sykes (acoustic guitar, vocals); Dave Alvin (electric guitar); Victor Krummenacher (bass guitar/harmonium/mellotron); David Immerglück (guitar); and Michael Jerome (drums/percussion) – “The Third Mind 2“ reflects the band members varied musical histories with a “no safety parachute” recording approach using free-form studio techniques, no rehearsals, no preconceived arrangements, and recording spontaneous group improvisations live in studio.
The six-song set, which runs the length of three LP sides, features an original composition, “Tall Grass,” written by Jesse Sykes and Dave Alvin for the album, along with other material that reflects the band members varied musical histories from a storied time, including, “Groovin’ is Easy,” “Why Not Your Baby,” “Sally Go Round The Roses,” among others.
The fourth LP side features The Third Mind Mandala etching by Tony Fitzpatrick. The cover artwork is by Lou Beach.
Purchase on Bandcamp: https://thethirdmind.bandcamp.com/album/the-third-mind-2
Tracklist:
SIDE A
- Groovin’ Is Easy
- Why Not Your Baby
SIDE B
- In My Own Dream
- Tall Grass
SIDE C
- Sally Go Round The Roses
- A Little Bit Of Rain
SIDE D
Features The Third Mind Mandala etching by Tony Fitzpatrick
See The Third Mind On Tour!
January 11 – Mississippi Studios – Portland, OR
January 12 – The Crocodile – Seattle, WA
January 13 – WOW Hall – Eugene, OR
January 18 – Mystic Theater – Petaluma, CA
January 19 – Moe’s – Santa Cruz, CA
January 20 – The Chapel – San Francisco, CA
January 31 – The Belly Up – San Diego, CA
February 1 – Pappy & Harriet’s – Pioneertown, CA
February 2 – The Troubadour – West Hollywood, CA
February 3 – Ventura Musical Hall – Ventura, CA
MORE TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED SOON!
Purchase tickets here: https://www.thethirdmind.net/tour-dates
