And boom goes the dynamite. Today indie-pop creative force Yumi Zouma share the news of their highly-anticipated third album Truth or Consequences (out March 13) with "Cool For A Second," a heavenly track and stunning video directed by Nick Mckk. Their first record for Polyvinyl arrives following our December signing announce with early single "Right Track / Wrong Man," which earned critical praise from Consequence of Sound, FADER, MTV, Paste Magazine, Stereogum, and Under The Radar.

On "Cool For A Second" Christie Simpson’s wispy vocals elegantly blend against the song’s soft pop beats, expressing melancholic hope, the song embraces the idea that life does not always provide answers nor closure and captures the undeniable release that comes from saying the truth, even if only to oneself. Charlie Ryder, bassist for the group, explains the song was almost scrapped as a b-side before becoming a single,"The song was demoed in Los Angeles and then long forgotten, destined for the scrap heap. A spark of inspiration from Josh in the introduction reestablished that for us, the most conspicuous of melodies are often hidden in modest beginnings."

Originally formed in New Zealand, the members of Yumi Zouma now come together from around the globe: New York City (Josh Burgess - guitar, vocals), London (Charlie Ryder - guitar, bass, keys), Christchurch, New Zealand (Christie Simpson - vocals, keys) and Wellington, New Zealand (Olivia Campion - drums). Distance can also manifest metaphorically, and it’s in these figurative chasms that Truth or Consequences finds it’s narrative: romantic and platonic heartbreak, real and imagined emotional distance, disillusionment, and being out of reach. Produced by the band and mixed by engineer Jake Aron (Solange, Grizzly Bear, Snail Mail), it is a collection that embodies contemplation, duality and hard truths wrapped in soft aesthetic; a unified body of melody that connects the spaces in between.

Pre-order your limited edition first pressing Early Bird now from the Polyvinyl Store and receive a BONUS 7”, packaged in printed inner sleeve, featuring alternate versions of "Truer Than Ever" and "Mirror To The Fire". Celebrate consequence-free with a lush merch spread to swoon over (a custom candle & bandana, amongst other beautiful items).

Also announcing today are some select tour dates happening this March and onsale Friday, 1/25 @ 10am local –

  • 03/12 - Washington, DC @ DC9
  • 03/13 - New York, NY @ The Dance
  • 03/14 - Philadelphia, PA @ Boot & Saddle
  • 03/21 - Dallas, TX @ Blue Light @ NSFW
  • 03/24 - San Francisco, CA @ Rickshaw Stop
  • 03/26 - Los Angeles, CA @ Moroccan Lounge