The countdown to our tour with FUN. has begun! We can't tell you how exciting it is that we'll be visiting so many amazing cities all summer/fall with one of our favourite bands. We can't wait to share a mix of old and new songs with you each night! In addition to our 60 minute set each night we're hoping to go to a few amusement parks, ride bikes and do some cook outs along…
Hello! Record stores have always been a big part of our lives and careers. From childhood memories of picking up our first R.E.M. and Smashing Pumpkins albums, to some of the most fun performances we've had during in store appearances in amazing and unique independent record stores all over the world. So we love taking part each year in Record Store Day, which is today! We have put together our favorite remixes of Closer for…
Hello! The response we have had for Closer has been overwhelmingly positive and we are just thrilled with how it's been received so far! We keep getting calls and emails from our friends, family and fans about the excitement of hearing Closer everywhere they go. You can get it on iTunes here. Another track that has also been a clear favourite is I Was A Fool. We were so inspired by all the possibilities for…
Hello! One of our best friends is a teacher in Lawrence Heights in Toronto and is raising funds to make a documentary called Hope Heights. The film will change the conversation surrounding this vibrant and commonly misunderstood neighbourhood that is full of character, and kids that are full of potential. You can read more about the campaign here. http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/hope-heights We have donated 3 prize packs to help her reach her fundraising goal, and you can bid on…
We are backstage at Logo TV's NewNowNext awards! Closer is nominated in the That's My Jam category and we'll also be performing! You can watch the purple carpet live online tonight at http://www.newnownext.com/awards/2013/ starting at 5pm PST/8pm EST. The actual awards ceremony broadcast will be on Monday night, April 15, at 7pm PST/10pm EST, and you can watch it online at http://www.newnownext.com/awards/2013/. If you missed it you can see our performance of Closer here! http://logo.to/11po9QA…
Hello! As promised, today we are announcing more shows to add to our already huge and amazing Summer tour! These shows will be weaved into our existing touring schedule with Fun. but these will be headline shows with support to be announced. It's been a long time since we visited some of these places, and we can't wait to see you! July 8 / Town Ballroom / Buffalo, NY July 17 / Capitol Theatre /…
Hello! As young artists we dreamed about playing the Sydney Opera House. Every time Sara and I have visited Australia in the last 10 years we always make a trip to take our photo outside. So to finally be playing this historic venue is a thrill. As if that achievement wasn't enough excitement we are overjoyed all of you at home get to watch from the comfort of your living rooms. On Thurs April 25…
We are so thrilled to be on the cover of The Advocate for their 40 under 40 issue! There is just something so exciting about seeing yourself on a newstand, it really never gets old. Especially when you are on the cover of a magazine that you truly respect and enjoy, included alongside some amazing peers! The issue is available in stores now, and you can also view the article online, along with a video…
Hello! So as you know, we will be touring all over the highways and byways of the USA with Fun. in July, August and September for the Most Nights Summer Tour, not to mention Europe, SE Asia and Australia! But we aren't done yet! We have even more shows to announce, starting with a really big one today... VANCOUVER! Of course we haven't forgotten you. With the recent springlike temps, we are even more fired…
Did you catch us last night on MTV? You can see us performing Closer live, as well as see clips of us hosting the mtvU Woodies right now on mtv.com!