MP3: New Xiu Xiu Track; LP In March

"Hi," taken from Always, due March 6 from Polyvinyl.

By Blurt Staff

Subhead says it all - you can start getting psyched for the new Xiu Xiu album here:

Xiu Xiu - Hi by Xiu Xiu

For Always, the band - Jamie Stewart, Angela Seo, Bettina Escauriza, Marc Riordan, and returning member Devin Hoff - worked with producer Deerhoof''s Greg Saunier (who also contributes drums and vocals to the album). It was mixed by John Congleton (Antony and the Johnsons, Marilyn Manson, the Roots). They advise us thusly:

"At its core, Always symbolizes the mutual camaraderie with and deep dedication to each person who has internalized Xiu Xiu's work, tattooed its name on their skin or soul, and throughout the past ten years made the band a part of their lives.

"The origin of these intense, everlasting bonds is Stewart. His fearless lyrics have given voice to life's most untouchable and taboo subjects, while his distinctively committed but hushed vocals crystallize and medicate their unsettling impact."

Track List:

1. Hi

2. Joey's Song

3. Beauty Towne

4. Honeysuckle

5. I Luv Abortion

6. The Oldness

7. Chimneys Afire

8. Gul Mudin

9. Born to Suffer

10. Factory Girls

11. Smear the Queen

12. Black Drum Machine