Delta Spirit's new album arrives in May

Delta Spirit's new album One is One is due on May 20 via New West Records. It was produced by the band and Jason Kingsland (Band of Horses, Belle and Sebastian). One is One follows their 2020 New West debut What Is There. 

Frontman Matthew Logan Vasquez explains, “One is One essentially says, ‘What is life all about? Here are some observations.” 

The video for the first single “What’s Done is Done” depicts a heartfelt and touching love story of a couple with Down syndrome and stars Jamie Brewer (American Horror Story) and Zack Gottsagen (The Peanut Butter Falcon). It was written and directed by the band’s longtime collaborator Michael Parks Randa and produced in partnership with the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL).

Vasquez says, “Before starting Delta Spirit, I worked in an adult transition program for people with disabilities and it was such a rewarding experience. As a society, we really underestimate the capabilities of the disability community, especially in the creative arts. We've been collaborating with Randa for years, and after seeing his inclusive film Best Summer Ever, we were energized by the idea of doing our part to help further inclusion in the music industry. When he brought Zack and Jamie to the table to tell a love story between two people with Down syndrome, the band was so excited. They're both incredibly talented - I loved Peanut Butter Falcon and American Horror Story. Having a niece with Down syndrome, it's really important for her to see herself on screen and feel included and to know that an amazing organization like the Global Down Syndrome Foundation is working hard to create a brighter future for her.”

Director, Michael Parks Randa, said “My parents have run a day program for people with disabilities in Massachusetts for the past 50 years, so inclusion and authentic representation in the film industry has always been an initiative for me as a filmmaker. With inclusive films like CODA and Crip Camp getting recognized at the Oscars, it's encouraging to see some progress being made in the film industry, but it's much harder to identify progress in the music industry. We hope that the existence of this music video will encourage labels and artists to think in more inclusive terms going forward and that people will support the Global Down Syndrome Foundation."

SHARE THE “WHAT’S DONE IS DONE” VIDEO HERE

Formed in Southern California in 2005, Delta Spirit took an extended break after supporting their acclaimed effort Into The Wide. “In 2015, we were getting along like a family gets along,” admits Vasquez. “That means sometimes we didn’t like each other too much. We were just growing apart. When we took a break and the band stopped, the friendships got an opportunity to come back.”

Since their formation, they’ve played the stages of festivals such as Coachella and Lollapalooza, as well as television shows like Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!, Jools Holland, and Austin City Limits. Meanwhile, the group has had syncs on television shows like Friday Night Lights. 

Throughout the summer of 2020, Vasquez and drummer Brandon Young recorded an initial version of the album in Austin, TX and then sent it to the rest of the band, perfecting the songs over time. With Vasquez in Austin, Young in Chattanooga, multi-instrumentalist Kelly Winrich & guitarist Will McLaren in New York City, and bassist John Jameson in Montreal, the musicians congregated for sessions in New York and Vermont. They expanded the sonic palette by incorporating soundtrack-style elements more than ever before. “Our cup of tea is making epic and cinematic music, Vasquez says. “We’ve always been like that. We try to put our listeners in their own movie.”

“This music was adventurous for us,” Vasquez leaves off. “It’s full of positivity and beauty. I hope those feelings are reflected back for people.”

After multiple appearances at the SXSW Music Festival last week, Delta Spirit are currently on tour. 

Delta Spirit’s One is One will be available across digital retailers on May 20. CD and vinyl editions will be released on Sept. 16. One is One is available for pre-order NOW via NEW WEST RECORDS.

Track Listing:

1. Villains
2. One is One
3. What’s Done is Done
4. Lottery Ticket
5. Pick it Up
6. The Beginning
7. Ghost of Caddo
8. Thoughts on Seneca
9. Jane Pauley
10. On & On (Look Away)

Tour Dates:

March 25th - Millvale, PA - Mr Smalls Theatre
March 26th - Baltimore, MD - Ottobar
March 28th - Millersville, PA - Phantom Power
March 29th - Alexandria, VA - The Birchmere
March 31st - Brooklyn, NY - Brooklyn Made
April 1st - Jersey City, NJ - White Eagle Hall
April 2nd - South Burlington, VT - Higher Ground Ballroom
April 4th - Toronto, ON - Horseshoe Tavern
April 6th - Indianapolis, IN - Hi Fi Annex
April 8th - Dallas, TX - Trees
April 9th - Austin, TX - Mohawk
April 10th - Houston, TX - White Oak Music Hall
May 7th - Fort Collins, CO - Aggie Theatre
May 8th - Aspen, CO - Belly Up
May 10th - Boise, ID - Olympic
May 11th - Tacoma, WA - Fawcett Hall
May 13th - Vancouver, BC - Hollywood Theatre
May 15th - Menlo Park, CA - The Guild Theatre
May 17th - Berkeley, CA - Cornerstone
May 19th - San Luis Obispo, CA - Freemont Theater
May 20th - Los Angeles, CA - Lodge Room
May 21st - Solana Beach, CA - Belly Up Tavern

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