The Melvins will release 'Tarantula Heart' this coming April, share music video for first single

The Melvins are set to release their latest work, Tarantula Heart, on April 19 via Ipecac Recordings. Described as possibly their most unconventional, catchiest, and imaginative piece to date, it adds to a legacy known for its eccentric and extraordinary output.

Pre-order Tarantula Heart here.

A glimpse into the five-song, 39-minute collection is provided through the release of "Working The Ditch", accompanied by a video created by Jesse Nieminen, who previously directed the band's short film, "A Walk With Love and Death."

Frontman Buzz Osborne shared the following:

The way we approached Tarantula Heart was different than any other Melvins' album. I had Dale and Roy Mayorga come in and play along with Steven and I to some riffs, then I took those sessions and figured out what parts would work and wrote new music to fit. This isn't a studio approach we've ever taken. Usually we have the songs written BEFORE we start recording!

Drummer Dale Crover added:

The majority of Tarantula Heart has dual drum part. Roy is an amazing drummer. We would discuss what we would do pattern wise, then we'd just go for it. Improvising riffs and trading off on drum fills.

Toshi Kasai, a longtime collaborator with the Melvins, recorded, mixed, and co-produced the album. Additionally, the album includes guitarist Gary Chester from We Are The Asteroid. Gary has a history with the Melvins dating back to their days on Boner Records, having previously been a member of the legendary band Ed Hall.

Tarantula Heart track list:

1.    Pain Equals Funny
2.    Working the Ditch
3.    She's Got Weird Arms
4.    Allergic to Food
5.    Smiler