Ugly But Honest: 1996–1999 is a collection of Carissa's Wierd songs recorded and mixed in early fall of 1998 by Paul D'Amour in his basement; other songs recorded winter of 1999 at Alleged Studios (Seattle) by Mike Epting and Jon Tschurwald, and later mixed on February 14 by Mat Brooke and Mike Epting, all other songs recorded on 4-track machines by Mat and Jenn from 1996 to 1999. This was the first release on Brown Records, a small label started by Ben Bridwell who later joined the band and went on to form Band of Horses with Mat Brooke. Re-issued on 12" vinyl by Har… read more
Ugly But Honest: 1996–1999 is a collection of Carissa's Wierd songs recorded and mixed in early fall of 1998 by Paul D'Amour in his basemen… read more
Ugly But Honest: 1996–1999 is a collection of Carissa's Wierd songs recorded and mixed in early fall of 1998 by Paul D'Amour in his basement; other songs recorded winter of 199… read more
Carissa's Wierd is an indie rock band which formed in Seattle, Washington, United States in 1995. Mat Brooke and Jenn Champion formed Carissa's Wierd out of Seattle in 1995, and released three albums before their 2003 breakup. Their plaintive, melancholy, beautiful music won over many who were exposed to it. The band's lineup changed throughout the band's existence. Mainstays in the band included violinist Sarah Standard, drummer (and later bassist) Ben Bridwell, drummer Sera Cahoone, drummer Creighton Barrett, and keyboard/accordian player Jeff Hellis. Their f… read more
Carissa's Wierd is an indie rock band which formed in Seattle, Washington, United States in 1995. Mat Brooke and Jenn Champion formed Carissa's Wierd out of Seattle in 1995, and r… read more
Carissa's Wierd is an indie rock band which formed in Seattle, Washington, United States in 1995. Mat Brooke and Jenn Champion formed Carissa's Wierd out of Seattle in 1995, and released three albums before their 2003 breakup… read more