Fiddlehead’s debut LP, Springtime and Blind, delves into the complexities of grief, blending introspection with insights from others. Following their Out of the Bloom EP on Lockin Out Records, the Boston-based band presents a powerful, emotionally charged album. Featuring Alex Henery (Basement), Patrick Flynn, and Shawn Costa (both of Have Heart), Fiddlehead explores a dynamic mix of spirited indie rock with an emotional core that resonates deeply.
The album stems from vocalist Patrick Flynn’s experience of losing his father and reflects on his mother’s journey through grief after losing her partner. Through cathartic lyrics and punchy, energetic instrumentals, Fiddlehead crafts songs that hide the pain of loss beneath a raw, vibrant sound.
Tracks like “USMA” explore themes of love and place, inspired by Flynn’s father’s burial at the United States Military Academy, while “Lay Low,” the first single, captures the emotional toll of change and resilience, pushing Flynn’s vocals to their limits. At the heart of the album is “Poem You,” featuring a personal voicemail from Flynn’s father that adds a poignant layer to its heartfelt lyrics. The final track, “Widow in the Sunlight,” closes with an uplifting mantra, offering a sense of hope and reunion.
Springtime and Blind is more than just an album—it’s a universal exploration of love, loss, and healing, brought to life through raw emotion and dynamic instrumentals. A must-listen for fans of heartfelt and cathartic indie rock.
Track Listing:
01. Spousal Loss
02. Poem You
03. USMA
04. Tidal Waves
05. Head Hands
06. Rejoice
07. Lay Low
08. My World
09. 04/17/70
10. Widow In the Sunlight
Pressing Info:
FIRST PRESS
0200 - Oxblood (Run For Cover Exclusive)
0200 - Bone (Lockin' Out Exclusive)
0600 - Coke Bottle Green
SECOND PRESS
0500 - Blue & White Swirl
THIRD PRESS
1000 - Clear with Black Smoke
FOURTH PRESS
1000 - Clear with Red & Yellow Splatter
FIFTH PRESS
1000 - Clear with Blue & White Splatter
SIXTH PRESS
1000 - Clear w/ Mustard Yellow Pinwheel
SEVENTH PRESS
0500 - Clear with Blue, White & Black Marble
2500 - Clear Pink
800 - Black Cherry
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