Their Southern charm, close-knit harmonies and high-profile collaborations with Rilo Kiley's JennyLewis have helped make the duo a hit in the L.A. folk scene and beyond.
Following the early departure of original drummer Dave Brock, the group now features JennyLewis, Blake Sennett on guitar, bassist Pierre de Reeder and Jason Boesel on drums.
Haines' likeminded peers in Rilo Kiley and Stars JennyLewis and Amy Millan, respectively both released stripped-down solo records this year, but neither even approaches the wrenching emotional depths here.