Whirr's sound is often compared to My Bloody Valentine and Slowdive. Founding guitarist Nick Bassett also played in the band Deafheaven surrounding and including the release of their 2011 album, Roads to Judah.
After a self-released demo cassette and the Distressor EP, the band signed to Tee Pee Records in 2011. The original vocalist Byanca Munoz left the band because of creative differences, and was soon replaced by Alexandra Morte (Night School, Camera Shy). They released the June single that year, followed by their 2012 debut album Pipe Dreams. The band also released two splits in 2012 with Anne and Monster Movie.
In 2013, the original drummer Sergio Miranda left the band and was replaced by Devin Nunes. Former vocalist Alexandra Morte also left the band and was replaced by Kristina Esfandiari (Miserable, King Woman). The band released a live EP entitled Part Time Punks Sessions on April 20, 2013. It was a performance recorded in 2012 that featured the band’s previous lineup.
Whirr released the Around EP on July 9, 2013, featuring the new vocalist along with session drummer Trevor DeSchryver (Lycus, Dispirit, formerly Deafheaven). They toured to support it that August with the band Nothing. Esfandiari was fired from the band prior to the tour, leaving the band without a female vocalist for the first time.
As a result of touring together, members of Nothing and Whirr formed a gothic rock / post-punk side project called Death of Lovers. Nick Bassett then joined Nothing as a bassist, and has been touring with them ever since. He also started an indie pop project with former Whirr vocalist Alexandra Morte called Camera Shy.
Whirr released their cover of Nirvana's Pennyroyal Tea on the tribute compilation In Utero, In Tribute, In Entirety on April 19, 2014.
The second full-length LP entitled Sway was released on September 23, 2014. It's the first release with Loren Rivera as the sole vocalist for the band.
On October 7th, Graveface Records released a remastered version of their debut album entitled Pipe Dreams (Redux). The reissue is remastered by Jack Shirley and includes new artwork and the originally-intended tracklisting that the band preferred over the 2012 release.
A Whirr / Nothing split was released November 17th, 2014 on Run for Cover Records.
On October 19th, 2015, a series of derogatory remarks towards G.L.O.S.S., a Washington-based hardcore punk band, were posted on Whirr's Twitter account. These tweets were considered as transphobic, and received massive backlash on social media. Graveface Records and Run for Cover Records severed ties with the band. Nick Bassett later admitted to posting the first tweet toward G.L.O.S.S., which read "Lol @ G.L.O.S.S." after hearing about a rumor that the band was only permitting certain types of people to attend their shows and buy their merchandise. According to Nick, the other tweets were posted by a friend of Whirr and did not reflect the band's views in any way.
Whirr posted a public apology to their twitter account, which said that they have severed ties with the person responsible for those tweets.
On the 25th of October 2019, after 3 years of being silent, Whirr did a suprise release on their website, announcing their new album Feels Like You by releasing a limited vinyl. The album leaked a couple days later, which made Whirr release the album on their bandcamp page.
Listen, buy, and support:
Whirr / Nothing split
Pipe Dreams (Redux)
Sway LP
Around EP
Feels Like You
Links:
Whirr Bandcamp
Whirr Tumblr
Whirr Twitter
Whirr Facebook
Current Members:
Nick Bassett - guitar (2010-present)
Loren Rivera - vocals, guitar (2010-present)
Joseph Bautista - guitar (2010-present)
Eddie Salgado - bass (2010-present)
Devin Nunes - drums (2013-present)
Previous Members:
Byanca Munoz - vocals, keyboards (2010-2011)
Sergio Miranda - drums (2010-2013)
Alexandra Morte - vocals, keyboards (2011-2013)
Kristina Esfandiari - vocals (2013)
Discography:
Demo (demo, 2010)
Distressor (EP, 2011)
June (single, 2011)
Pipe Dreams (LP, 2012)
Whirr / Anne (split with Anne, 2012)
Color Change / Flatlining (split with Monster Movie, 2012)
Part Time Punks Sessions (live EP, 2013)
Around (EP, 2013)
In Utero, in Tribute, in Entirety (Pennyroyal Tea cover, 2014)
Sway (LP, 2014)
Pipe Dreams (Redux) (Remastered LP, 2014)
Whirr / Nothing (split with Nothing, 2014)
2. Whirr is an ambient/drone producer from Tarragona, Spain.
http://whirr.bandcamp.com
Clear
Whirr Lyrics
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Still when you speak
I will listen
We are hidden
Stay clear
I want words to
Understand you
We are hidden
Stay clear
The lyrics to "Clear" express a longing for communication and understanding within a relationship that feels hidden and inaccessible. The singer is struggling to stay still and attentive when their partner speaks, indicating a sense of restlessness or impatience. However, this is juxtaposed with a desire for clarity and comprehension, suggesting that the singer is invested in the relationship and willing to work towards mutual understanding.
The repeated phrase "We are hidden" suggests a sense of isolation or distance that pervades the relationship, and perhaps hints at emotional barriers or issues with vulnerability. This is reinforced by the line "You don't listen," indicating a breakdown in communication or a sense of frustration with the partner's lack of attentiveness. Yet despite these challenges, the singer asks their partner to "Stay clear," indicating a wish for openness and honesty.
Line by Line Meaning
It's hard to keep
You affect me deeply, making it difficult to remain composed
Still when you speak
I am captivated by your words and pay close attention
I will listen
I vow to give you my full attention and comprehend what you say
We are hidden
The bond we share is not known to others and exists within us alone
Stay clear
Let's maintain this intimate connection and not allow anything to jeopardize it
I want words to
My desire is to gain a deep understanding of who you are through what you convey
Understand you
To truly comprehend and empathize with your thoughts, feelings, and experiences
You don't listen
You don't fully perceive or acknowledge my perspective, which creates distance in our relationship
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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@JohnnyQuidindustries
A message to 2021...STAY CLEAR.
@HimFinancial
it's hard to keep
still when you speak
i will listen
we are hidden
stay clear
i want words to
understand you
we are hidden
you don't listen
stay clear
@jeancastillo8328
Ça c'est le indie qui éprend, j'adore. ..comme si on était dans une cellule spatiale. ..à l'infini voyage, hasta la meta
@newbee1816
Foda demais
@sodapizza4957
the fucking intro though, wow
@coles467
yeah man im feeling this one deep
@ApparitionOfficial
how does one get a guitar sound like the intro? I know alotta chorus and reverb. but I need specifcs
@andrewramirez739
Hall of fame pedal by TC electronics
@mjonheroin
layers bruh
@mjonheroin
ouch