Lucius
Lucius went from being the five-piece Rolling Stone claimed was the “Best band you’ve never heard of” to the group you can’t get enough of.
Fronted by the sleek and compelling look-alike twosome of Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig and backed by their counterpart bandmates Dan Molad, Pete Lalish and Andy Burri, Lucius walk the walk and talk the talk. They’ve sold out shows big and small, headlined all over the US and Europe, played slots at Bonnaroo, Newport Folk Festival, Lollapalooza, End of The Road, Reading and Leeds Festivals and more and shared the stage with a variety of musicians including Roger Waters, Jack White, Mavis Staples, Jeff Tweedy, Sara Bareilles, The Head and the Heart, Tegan and Sara and David Byrne.
The band’s uphill ascent began when Jess and Holly crossed paths while at college in Boston; more than 10 years ago, Lucius started making music and hasn’t stopped since. Along the way they’ve become NPR darlings, grist for Britain’s prestigious Guardian and favorites of the Nobel-prize winning New York Times columnist Paul Krugman. Since the critically acclaimed release of their 2013 debut LP Wildewoman they have built a stunningly loyal following, and share an intimate bond with their fans. It’s not uncommon to see Lucius doppelgängers in the crowd.
The recordings on Lucius’ second studio album Good Grief mirror the band’s distinguishing on-stage configuration. One shared figure 8 mic serves as an anchor for conversation between the band’s lead duo, which has resulted in the 11 raw and often heart-wrenching songs you hear on the album. Among these is the explosive track “Gone Insane,” which gives a direct look into one of the few arguments between Jess and Holly.
Six years later, Lucius fans waiting in the wings finally received their call to arms—the group released their long-awaited third studio album Second Nature along with four standout singles. From the ethereal disco-tinged track “Next to Normal,” to the heart-wrenching ballad “White Lies,” back to the feel-good fan track “Heartbursts,” and finally the star-studded collaboration “Dance Around It” (feat. Brandi Carlile & Sheryl Crow), the Dave Cobb and Brandi Carlile produced Second Nature is full of magic and mystique. Amidst the ongoing toil of a global pandemic, isolation, and personal crises, Lucius have decided to take pain to the dance floor:
“Over the last few years, we quarantined together, wrote on zooms with friends across the country, got divorced, had a baby, fell in love, experienced loss and life in a way we never thought we would, and came out of it with the truest belief that the best way to get through the darkness is to dance.”
Lucius News
Acclaimed indie pop band Lucius’ anticipated new album, Second Nature, is out today on Mom + Pop Music (U.S. and Mexico), Dine Alone (Canada), Second Nature Records/Secretly Distribution (RoW).
Produced by Dave Cobb and Brandi Carlile, Second Nature is a portrait of singer and songwriters Holly Laessig and Jess Wolfe’s shared reflection, chronicling each other’s seismic life shifts—motherhood, divorce, unplanned career pauses—and setting it to music. In celebration of the album, the band performed a special release show yesterday at Los Angeles’ Troubadour—watch the full performance here.
Acclaimed indie pop band Lucius’ new song, “Dance Around It,” featuring special guests Brandi Carlile and Sheryl Crow is out now. Holly Laessig and Jess Wolfe share, “In many ways ‘Dance Around It’ cracked the intention for the entire record; to dance through the darkness. To take what may have been isolating and internal, and instead, make it loud, and put it on display - give it legs to dance.”
Lucius’ debut new song, “Heartbursts”—watch/share the official music video HERE.
The video is the directorial debut for acclaimed international choreographer and movement director Teresa “Toogie” Barcelo. Known for her work with artists such as Harry Styles, Dua Lipa, Alicia Keys, Christina Aguilera and St. Vincent, Barcelo has also choreographed large scale performances for the GRAMMYs, BRIT Awards and American Music Awards as well as major commercial projects with Nike and Pepsi.
Acclaimed indie pop band Lucius’ new song, “White Lies,” is out now. “White Lies” is the second song unveiled from Lucius’ anticipated new album, Second Nature, which will be released April 8 on Mom + Pop Music.
Lucius return with the release of their bright, electric new single & video for “Next to Normal” ahead of their highly-anticipated third studio album, Second Nature. The disco-inspired dance track introduces a fresh new take on the signature Lucius sound.
Lucius’ Jess Wolfe speaks on the inspiration behind Second Nature
Lucius is back with a brand new single! Take a listen to “Man in My Radio” on your favorite platform. The duo says this track comes straight from the Wildewoman vaults, from their time spent writing their second album in their home studio in Brooklyn.
After Richard Swift passed away in July, the music industry was devastated at the heartbreaking loss of yet another influential and multi-talented songwriter to alcoholism. In November, Lucius, who have worked closely with Swift in the past, announced a 7” record series titled The Fug Yep Soundation in memory of Swift and the first installment of that series, Fug Yep No. 1. All the releases will feature two singles which were inspired by or recorded with swift, and the first two songs, “Christmas Time is Here” and “Keep Me Hangin On,” are out as part of Fug Yep No. 1 now.
Lucius have returned with the release of their Holiday cover of “Christmas Time Is Here” and announce their new 7” record series, The Fug Yep Soundation, which was created in loving memory of their good friend and musical hero, Richard Swift. Their goal, through releasing music, is to raise awareness for addiction and bring the community/awareness to those suffering. The proceeds from the release will directly support the Swift family and MusiCares and Music Support UK who will help facilitate the mission of the record series.
As we continue our 10 Years of Mom + Pop celebration, the stories behind the tracks on the compilation start to become more special. This time, we have a new track from Lucius called “Ghosting” that is apart of the Covers portion of the 3-Part 10 Years of Mom + Pop Compilation album.
NUDES, the brand new acoustic album from Lucius, is out at last, and there's a great deal to be excited about! The record showcases the group's raw talent in a soulful, mesmerizing way that brings the listener on an immersive journey. They've also just dropped a black and white video for their latest track "Goodnight, Irene" which features Pink Floyd's Roger Waters.
Getting excited for Lucius' upcoming album? So are we, and we've got something for you to tide you over. Phase the week out and slide into the weekend by jamming out to Lucius' dreamy cover of Tama Impala's "Eventually."
Lucius have announced a full album of acoustic tacks called NUDES out March 2nd. The album will feature acoustic versions of old songs, new material, cover songs and features by collaborators like Roger Waters and Nels Cline. Along with the album announce, Lucius released a new track, "Neighbors," which you can find wherever you get your tunes.
Lucius just announced their upcoming acoustic tour across the U.S. in March 2018. They will be hitting up a selected group of 17 intimate rooms along their tour showcasing a collection of stripped down versions of new and old songs.
Lucius is back again with a brand new song, "Million Dollar Secret." Listen/Download the track here. And that's not all, the song will also be featured in this week's episode of HBO's of Girls!
Mom + Pop artist Lucius have been tapped to score the new Zoe Lister-Jones film Band Aid, which depicts a dysfunctional couple trying to save their relationship by turning each conflict into a song. Lister-Jones described Band Aid as a "film about a home, and what it takes to cultivate that sacred and often fragile space.
Lucius have just released a 10-inch orange vinyl featuring the leading track "Pulling Teeth" as well "The Punisher." Making the vinyl all the more special are the lightning bolt etchings on the back!
Lucius released a new tune today called "The Punisher." The track is the second single off their upcoming 10-inch Vinyl release Pulling Teeth.
Listen to the track and make sure you grab your chance to see it live on the band's fall tour!
Lucius took to Seth Meyers' stage at NBC Studios last night to perform an incredible rendition of their song "Gone Insane." The track, taken from the duo's latest album Good Grief, shines here with the backing of a string section and an even an extra percussionist (and the official music video is pretty amazing too).
Lucius premiered their music video for "Gone Insane" today with Pitchfork. Inspired by singer Jess Wolfe's dream, the video features over 3,000 photographs combined into a live stop-motion animation in which Holly Laessig morphs Wolfe's face as if it were made out of clay. Directed by Nathan Johnson, the film is an eerie exploration of themes like perception, illusion and of course going insane. Check it out below and be sure to pick up a copy of Good Grief now.
Lucius brought their shimmering pop sound to The Ellen Show today with a stellar performance of their hit single "Born Again Teen."
While all the buzz has been about the music on Lucius' acclaimed new album Good Grief, Pitchfork went in another direction exploring how the band's outward expression works in tandem with their sound to elevate the artistry of the overall work.
The day has finally arrived! Lucius' new album Good Grief is out now and we could not be more excited. Good Grief is the follow-up to the band's debut, Wildewoman, which captured the world's attention with its rootsy sound and delicious harmonies.
For this week's cover, The Village Voice featured Lucius in a stunning cover story that captures the bright aesthetic and brilliant energy of the group. The feature goes into the writing process behind their upcoming album, Good Grief, out tomorrow March 11.
Lucius has created quite the buzz about their upcoming album 'Good Grief,' out March 11. You've probably already heard their single, "Born Again Teen," which the band played live last night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Lucius stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night to perform their hit single "Born Again Teen." The performance showcased the band's dynamic vocals and explosive instrumentals as they explore a new pop-inspired sound.
Lucius has announced a North American tour in support of their upcoming album release, Good Grief, out March 11. The band will be playing a slew of U.S. dates in March before heading off to Europe for the month of April.
Lucius' new video for their song "Something About You" premiered today on DIY. It's quirky and stylish, and features Lucius' ladies Jesse Wolfe and Holly Laessig dancing through a mysterious room of pyramids and doors.
Lucius released "Madness," the second song off their upcoming album Good Grief, due out March 11. "Madness" goes in a different, but equally lovable direction as the album's first single "Born Again Teen."
Yesterday, Lucius announced that their sophomore album, Good Grief, will be out on March 11th. With that announcement, they also released the official music video for "Born Again Teen," the first single off of the album.
Lucius are no strangers to life on the road so it's only appropriate that the band made an appearance on Showtime's Cameron Crowe-directed show about gig life, Roadies. Last night, the band took their harmonious sounds to the small screen, performing "Born Again Teen" and "Dusty Trails" as a part of the episode. We think Jess, Holly and the boys may have found another calling. What do you think?