When it comes to loss, Twin Deer deeply understands the grief that remains.
The Detroit quartet of Megan Marcoux (vocals, guitar), Tom Skill (guitar), Bill Kahler (bass, synth), and Rob Duncan (drums) explores that overwhelming emotion and the ongoing struggle to move forward on “Underground.”
“It is a pure description of missing someone immensely,” said Marcoux about the group’s new dream-pop single.
“Sometimes the clarity lies in simplicity, like the line, ‘It’s not right you’re not around.’ And in the second verse, we reference how life is fragile. I find that important to mention—not to cause distress—but to remember to value the time we have.”
Backed by cathartic electric guitar, bass, and drums, she sings, “It would be nice to hear the sound / Of your voice saying you were coming around / It would be nice / If I wasn’t exhaling ice / I’m standing on the frozen ground.”
“I hope others will see that there isn’t always some profound thing that needs to be said,” Marcoux said. “Missing someone is already a lot.”
“Underground” also serves as an introspective B-side to Twin Deer’s “Fever Dream,” which was released in June.
To learn more, I spoke with Marcoux about Twin Deer’s latest singles and past releases ahead of a July 13 set at Alley Fest in Flint, Michigan.
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