Pitchfork has kicked off its inaugural reader Q&A series with the noise rock band Mandy, Indiana. Subscribers can submit questions to guitarist and producer Scott Fair and synth player Simon Catling about their new album URGH and more. Answers will begin on March 18 at 12 p.m. EDT.
Pitchfork announced on March 16 its first reader Q&A featuring Simon Catling and Scott Fair of the French/Mancunian noise rock band Mandy, Indiana. The session focuses on their recent album URGH, described by Pitchfork as one of their favorite records of the year so far. Questions can cover the album, Fair’s solo project set dressing, the challenges of music-making, Manchester, and art in general. Subscribers post questions in the comments section of the announcement, provided they are signed in. Moderators will vet submissions to ensure a diverse selection. The band will start responding on Wednesday, March 18, at 12 p.m. EDT. Pitchfork noted a chance that select question-and-answer moments will appear on Instagram later in the week. Non-subscribers are encouraged to sign up to participate.