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Interpol has solidified its place as New York’s most enduring rock band by maintaining consistency throughout its two-decade career. The group, which formed in the early 2000s, has avoided the breakups and dramatic implosions that have plagued many of their contemporaries. Their latest offering, “This Mirror Weighs a Ton,” marks their eighth studio album and represents a significant shift in their creative process.
The new album features producer Andrew Wyatt alongside bassist Brad Truax, who has toured with the band since 2011 but is now contributing to studio recordings for the first time. Frontman Paul Banks describes the collaboration as “unexpected alchemy,” highlighting how fresh perspectives have reinvigorated the band’s sound. The recording sessions began in spring 2024 at Wyatt’s West Village studio, where the group explored new creative directions through jamming and songwriting.
Bringing Truax into the studio freed Paul Banks to return to his original role as vocalist and guitarist, a shift he credits with rediscovering his creative roots. Guitarist Daniel Kessler echoed this sentiment, comparing the experience to the early days of writing music together. Despite band members now living in different cities—Kessler in Barcelona, Banks in Berlin, and drummer Sam Fogarino in Philadelphia—their connection to New York remains strong, providing the foundation for their continued collaboration and musical growth.
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Originally reported by Rollingstone →
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