Wednesday: Watch a video about “Pick Up That Knife”

eashes their gritty new track, “Pick Up That Knife,” from their upcoming album, Bleeds. This North Carolina band is known for their high-energy music, and this latest single is no exception. The accompanying video matches the chaotic and rowdy vibe of the song, which is the third sneak peek of their highly anticipated album set to drop on September 19 through Dead Oceans.

Lead singer Karly Hartzman shares that “Pick Up That Knife” is born out of emotional exhaustion, a feeling that many can relate to when even the smallest mishaps feel overwhelming. However, true to Wednesday’s style, the heaviness of the song is cleverly interwoven with humor, including a memorable anecdote involving their pedal steel player Xandy vomiting in a Death Grips mosh pit – a situation that might be familiar to some of us.

Following the success of their previously released tracks, “Elderberry Wine” and “Wound Up Here (By Holdin On),” both of which garnered significant attention and praise, Wednesday also made a memorable appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, enhancing their visibility and reach.

Bleeds is a continuation of the band’s previous work on Rat Saw God, but this time around, the band has managed to pack even more of their unique blend of storytelling, heavy fuzz, and pedal steel magic into tighter, more defined shapes. The album is a mix of loud, literary, and grounded in the everyday oddities of life. Produced once again by Alex Farrar at Drop of Sun, the album was shaped by the band’s extensive touring experience, solidifying Wednesday’s position as one of the must-see indie rock acts.

Fans can catch the band live on tour this fall, with Friendship and Daffo joining them as supporting acts. Tickets for the tour are already available via Wednesday’s official website. The tour dates include stops in various cities across the United States and Europe, promising an electrifying and unforgettable live experience for fans.

With their upcoming album Bleeds on the horizon and a series of exciting tour dates lined up, Wednesday is poised to solidify their position as one of indie rock’s most compelling and innovative acts. From their gritty and raw sound to their captivating live performances, Wednesday continues to push boundaries and redefine the indie rock landscape.