Ignored             Obscured              Restored

I recently listened to a PBS feature on the Spanish band Hinds.  Originally, Carlotta Cosials (vocals, guitar) and Ana García Perrote (vocals, guitar) performed as a duo under the name Deers in 2011.  However, due to a dispute with another band called The Dears, they were forced to adopt a new name.  They chose Hinds, a word meaning a “doe, a deer, a female deer.”.

In 2014, they expanded to a four-piece band, a lineup that lasted until 2022, when they returned to their original duo format.  For live performances, however, they still tour with two supporting musicians — Paula Ruiz on bass and Maria Lázaro on drums — keeping their live sound full and vibrant.

Their latest album, Viva Hinds, marks something of a comeback, as it’s their first new release since 2020.  The album’s lead single, “Boom Boom Back,” is a fierce garage-rock anthem that has garnered attention, partly due to the collaboration with their new musical ally, Beck.  His influence brings an added edge to Hinds’ already raw sound.

In addition to their music, Cosials and Perrote ventured into fashion by designing a clothing line (tees and hoodies) for Urban Outfitters.  Fifty percent of the proceeds from this line went to an Austin-based charity that empowers young people by providing them with resources to create their own music or zine — a mission that resonates with Hinds’ commitment to DIY artistry.

Enjoy… until next week.