The Hard Quartet — the indie supergroup comprised of Stephen Malkmus, Emmett Kelly, Matt Sweeney, and Jim White — have released their debut single, “Earth Hater.” What’s more, the band has plotted out their first tour dates for fall 2024.
In a press release, The Hard Quartet’s sound is described as “rock ‘n’ roll that is familiar but new, warm but icy, melodic but Sphinx-like in its seductive and subtle riddles.” With its catchy guitar riffs and surprisingly direct lyrics like, “Unto others you must do/ As you would have them do to you,” “Earth Hater” delivers on that promise. Watch the Eyedress-directed music video below.
For now, The Hard Quartet have only revealed a trio of October shows in Los Angeles, New York City, and London. Check out the full details below. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 2nd at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.
Though Malkmus is the most recognizable name in the group for his work with Pavement and the Jicks, each band member is well-accomplished in his own right.
Kelly heads The Cairo Gang and has worked with Bonnie “Prince” Billy and Ty Segall, while Sweeney has collaborated with artists including Johnny Cash and Adele. As for White, he has released his debut solo album and projects with the Dirty Three and another supergroup, Beings, in 2024 alone.
The Hard Quartet 2024 Tour Dates:
10/10 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Belasco *
10/17 – New York, NY @ Webster Hall ^
10/22 – London, UK @ Electric Ballroom #
* = w/ Papa M
^ = w/ Weak Signal
# = w/ Tubs