Wavves faces delay on Say Anything album ‘Into Debt We Go’
The music world is often a landscape of collaboration, but sometimes that synergy hits a snag, turning creative dreams into public relations nightmares. Just when artists are ready to celebrate new music, unexpected personal issues step in to derail the entire project, sending ripples through the industry.
This tension recently played out dramatically in the world of indie rock, as the planned collaborative album between Say Anything’s Max Bemis and Wavves was put on hold. The disruption stems from public messages that surfaced, leading to significant fallout among the involved parties.
The project in question was the highly anticipated release of Cherry Soda, which was set to be released in September. However, before the music could hit the shelves, the plans for the collaboration faced an abrupt halt.
The dispute quickly escalated beyond the studio and into the realm of personal conflict. Nathan Williams, the leader of Wavves, voiced his extreme displeasure over the situation, expressing frustration that seemingly overshadowed the creative goals.
Williams made it clear that the personal turmoil had consequences for the artistic partnership. He openly expressed how the situation affected the future of the project, stating that the release of the album was no longer viable.
The details of the creative process also introduced another layer of complexity. While Say Anything was billed as a full collaborator, Wavves leader downplayed Bemis’s direct involvement, suggesting that the album was largely a Wavves record, handled primarily by Williams himself.
Williams further highlighted the disparity in effort, claiming he spent eleven months working on the album, whereas Bemis had only been in the studio for a brief three days. Despite this claim, Bemis was still credited as a songwriter on seven of the ten tracks.
Ultimately, the conflict centered on association and professional boundaries. Williams stated his intention to distance himself from the situation, prioritizing personal well-being over the lost opportunity. He acknowledged the financial implications, noting that while money could not fix personal issues, the cost of the association was too high.
Despite the dramatic pause, the album is still available for pre-order, demonstrating that while personal turmoil can pause creative momentum, the music itself still finds a way to connect with listeners.
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