MERWULF will release “The Mountain Lion” on April 3rd, the group’s third single from their upcoming album In the Golden Age (out 5/15),where heavy themes sit alongside humor and irony. “The Mountain Lion” explores grief and the pull of disappearance.
MERWULF is:
| Merri Garcia – vocals, bass |
| Misty – keys, vocals |
| Larry R. – drums, vocals |
MERWULF(rhymes with werewolf) is a minimalist post-punk and indie trio from Portland, Oregon, known for a sharp, rhythmic sound that feels both raw and deliberate. Listeners often describe the band as having a “very 70s New York” sensibility, while others draw comparisons to contemporary acts like Gustaf and Sweeping Promises. International radio outlets have also framed Merwulf within a Riot Grrrl lineage, a reflection of the band’s directness and force rather than a strict stylistic lane.
The band formed in late 2022 when songwriter Merri Garcia moved away from piano and synths and began writing on bass. At the time, she was balancing life as a mother and educator while navigating a world that felt increasingly unstable. Political tension, the long tail of the pandemic, and a constant background anxiety found their way into songs that are concise, restless, and emotionally present.
Joined by longtime friends and collaborators Misty and Larry R., Merwulf took shape as a trio focused on restraint and intention. With no electric guitar in the lineup, the band relies on heavily distorted bass, vintage-style keys, and forceful drumming to create a sound that is stripped down but surprisingly wide. Fans have described the result as “Halloween in summertime,” playful and uneasy at the same time.
Merwulf released their debut EP All Zen +2 in August 2023. Their first full-length album, On a Night Walk, followed on digital and cassette before receiving a vinyl release from Olympia, Washington label Moodkiller Records in February 2025. Their sophomore album, In the Golden Age, is scheduled for release in May 2026 and pushes further into a raw, focused sound shaped by lived experience and growing confidence.
Visit MERWULF online:
Website: https://www.merwulf.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merwulf.band
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562625861838
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/merwulf.band
Bandcamp: https://merwulf.bandcamp.com
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@merwulf.band
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/merwulf/1701487658
QOBUZ: https://open.qobuz.com/artist/19351670
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/61IeAlHELHo9XynW14x3cQ
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