Interpol are set to remind people of their existence this summer out on the road, even if bassist Carlos D isn't along for the ride. Along with a handful of opening gigs for some band called U2, they'll do headlining shows across the U.S., too. (They'll also open for U2 in Europe this fall.)
The band have completed a new album and have some "very exciting new recruits" to help make up for D's departure, but details are scarce at press time. The tour dates are more concrete, and they're below:
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Pitchfork — Interpol has posted a note on their website announcing that bassist Carlos Dengler has left the band. "He has decided to follow another path, and to pursue new goals," ... more info
Pitchfork — Interpol are set to remind people of their existence this summer out on the road, even if bassist Carlos D isn't along for the ride. Along with a handful of opening gigs ... more info
Guardian Music — The infamous bassist boasted a look that was equal parts Hitler Youth, Crispin Glover and the Count from Sesame Street. Now that he has left Interpol, we may never see hi... more info
MTV.com News — Fashionable, mustached bass player leaves after completion of band's fourth album.By James Montgomery
Interpol's former bassist Carlos D
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Brooklyn Vegan — Interpol, who recently released a new song from their new record, have announced that Carlos D has left the band. Their letter and all tour dates below...... more info
Stereogum — Over the weekend, Interpol posted a note to their website announcing the completion of two things: 1) their forthcoming, “heavy record,” and 2) the tenure of bassist ... more info
Brooklyn Vegan — Tickets are on presale now (on the band's website) for a bunch of intimate Carlos D-less, U2-less Interpol shows happening this summer. Dates include Rochester, Bufalo, A... more info
BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat — Bass player Carlos D has left the New York band with the intention "to pursue new goals" according to the rest of the group. more info
Pitchfork - Tours — 06-21 Rochester, NY - Water Street Music Hall06-22 Buffalo, NY - Town Ballroom06-23 Pittsburgh, PA - Mr. Small's Theatre06-25 Allentown, PA - Crocodile Rock Cafe06-27 M... more info
We All Want Someone To Shout For — Carlos D., the famous bassist from Interpol has quit the band, only just months after recording their 4th album together. Here was the message the band posted today on th... more info
DrownedInSound — Interpol has lost a member, in bassist Carlos Dengler, a man with a quite fantastic surname. The band, who release their fourth record later this year, announced the news... more info
Addict Music —
Following the news that Future Of The Left's bassist Kelson Mathias has jumped ship, Interpol's Carlos D has announced he is leaving Interpol. more info
The Red Radio — Huh, interesting time to depart with the band's fourth album on the way. Carlos D (Dengler) makes his exit from Interpol to pursue other avenues. All the best to him.... more info