Buck Meek Announces Solo Album The Mirror for February 27

Buck Meek, guitarist and vocalist for the indie rock band Big Thief, announced his new solo album, The Mirror, set for release on February 27 via 4AD. The project marks his return to solo work following the 2023 album Haunted Mountain and comes after a busy period for Big Thief, including their collaborative release Double Infinity last year.

Produced by fellow Big Thief member James Krivchenia, who also plays drums in the band, The Mirror was recorded at a log-cabin studio in Los Angeles owned by Meek and his partner, singer-songwriter Germaine Dunes. The album blends the raw, live energy of Big Thief's performances with electronic elements, exploring the intricate and often bittersweet aspects of love across 11 tracks. Meek described the process as embracing the unknown, capturing a frenetic, pulsating vibe inspired by his stage shows.

The record features a diverse array of collaborators, including Big Thief frontwoman Adrianne Lenker on vocals, longtime partners Adam Brisbin on guitar and Ken Woodward on bass, and harpist Mary Lattimore. Additional contributions come from ambient composer Alex Somers, Meek's brother Dylan Meek on piano, keys and vocals, synth player Adrian...