Is Survived By (Orange Vinyl)
It’s not hyperbole to state that Touché Amoré’s third album Is Survived By is the band’s most pivotal album.
Released 10 years ago on September 24th, 2013 via Deathwish Inc., Is Survived By tackles the complicated nature of leaving a lasting legacy and the uncertainty that surrounds that; ultimately resulting in a record about learning to find the validation and love within one’s self. Produced by the legendary Brad Wood (Sunny Day Real Estate, Liz Phair, mewithoutYou), the recording sessions were a lesson in growth for the Los Angeles quintet – vocalist Jeremy Bolm, guitarists Nick Steinhardt and Clayton Stevens, bassist Tyler Kirby, and drummer Elliot Babin – as the band transformed from a group of individuals who play hardcore songs to the established headlining act that Touché Amoré is today.
Is Survived By received critical acclaim from the likes of Pitchfork, The A.V. Club, The Needle Drop, and more – resulting in the album being 13th highest rated album of 2013 per Metacritic. It was also the band’s first record to chart on the U.S. Billboard 200, peaking at 85. But most importantly, Is Survived By is beloved by fans new and old. “When the reviews started to come out for it – for example, Pitchfork was really kind about it – I was shocked,” explains Bolm. “I really didn’t know how well we did. And then when it suddenly had such a positive response, I can’t explain how taken aback I was.”
Remixed and Remastered for the 10 Year Anniversary
