Thanks to that little Minor Threat/Nike fiasco, I did some digging around Dischord's website and learned of Ian Mackaye's new project with drummer Amy Farina The Evens (Dischord Shop). Mackaye on vocals and baritone guitar, The Evens present a beautiful stripped-down, almost "folk-like" version of Dischord brand punk. Some tracks have a quieter Fugazi quality to them, the strongest example would be a part of the baseline on Minding One's Business and Promises from the album 13 Songs. I always thought Ian had a melodic voice, but that was at a much louder volume, so hearing the softer more gentler Ian is quite a surprise and joy. Here are a few favourite tracks.

All These Governors (2.1 MB)
Around the Corner (2.3 MB)

Check out The Evens profile on NPR, where you can also listen to a few more full length tracks.

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