Grand Duchy is an American alternative/electronic/art rock band formed in 2008 by Black Francis (also known as Frank Black), the frontman of the Pixies, and his then-wife, musician Violet Clark. The duo blends elements of alternative rock, new wave, and electronic music, characterized by shared vocals and a mix of vintage and modern sounds. Their debut album, Petits Fours, was released in 2009 to generally positive reviews, showcasing a departure from Francis's previous work with a more experimental and synth-driven style.
Discography Lovesick (2009) "Lovesick" "Vapors" "The Timbers" Petits Fours (2009) "Come On Over To My House" – 2:45 "Lovesick" – 3:52 "Fort Wayne" – 4:37 "Seeing Stars" – 3:29 "Black Suit" – 4:30 "The Long Song" – 5:16 "Break the Angels" – 5:18 "Ermesinde" – 4:04 "Volcano!" – 3:36 "Donnez-moi" - 3:34 (bonus track) "Ma Carrefour" - 5:15 (bonus track) "Beg" - 4:07 (bonus track) Let the People Speak (2012) "The Lopsided World of L" – 0:23 "See-Thru You" – 4:24 "White Out" – 5:07 "Where Is John Frum?" – 3:33 "Geode" – 5:40 "Shady" – 3:21 "Annie Bliss" – 3:35 "Dark Sparkles and the Beat" – 6:56 "Two Lies and One Truth" – 2:50 "Silver Boys" – 5:31 "Illiterate Lovers" – 4:04 "Face" – 6:37 "Esther" – 3:53 "ROTC" – 4:10 "Let the People Speak" – 4:39
Other collaborations
In 2008, Grand Duchy covered the song "A Strange Day" by the British band The Cure in a tribute album entitled Just Like Heaven.
External links on Allmusic Grand Duchy on Myspace
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