The first time I heard the name "Wampire" a few weeks back, I wondered what this band could possibly sound like. I assumed they were somewhat humorous and played more to a lighthearted tone, but outside of the artwork, Portland duo Wampire seem rather wrapped up in the haze and chill of '80s new wave and post-punk. Under the cover of grand, almost spooky, synth organs, "The Hearse" seems like something that would be just perfect to complement "The Lost Boys." They're fun, kind of wild, but not without intent.
"The Hearse" is from Wampire's forthcoming debut album, Curiosity, out May via Polyvinyl. The Hearse 7" will be available March 19th on limited edition purple vinyl as well as digital retailers.
Wampire Tour Dates (w/ Foxygen and Unknown Mortal Orchestra)
2/27 - Washington, DC @ Rock & Roll Hotel
2/28 - New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom
3/01 - Philadelphia, PA @ First Unitarian Church
3/02 - Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hal
l3/03 - Montreal, Canada @ il Motore
3/04 - Toronto, Canada @ Wrong Bar
3/06 - Holland, MI @ Hope College
3/07 - Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall (Sold Out)
3/08 - Bloomington, IN @ Bluebird Nightclub
3/09 - St Louis, MO @ Firebird
3/11 - Norman, OK @ Opolis
3/12 - Dallas, TX @ Club Dada
3/18 - Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge
3/19 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge
3/22 - Seattle, WA @ The Crocodile
3/23 - Vancouver, Canada @ The Media Club
4/05 - Portland, OR @ Aladdin Theater
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