Carlo by La De Les

"Carlo," was written in February, 2012, the month following the devastating loss of La De Les' former drummer, Sara Holbert. Finding Sara's unique rhythmic style irreplaceable, The La De Les decided to abandon the Rock emphasis of their previous albums for electronic soundscapes, drum machines, looping, trance synthesizers, and drone music beds. It marks a significant step in the development of the La De Les' sound. It is The La De Les' most personal record, exploring themes of guilt, loss, depression, insanity, lust and hope. The album's title "Carlo," is a reference to Jack Kerouac's "On the Road." It is the pseudonym Kerouac gives to Beat poet Allen Ginsberg. It is one of many references to the Beat Generation and its traditions throughout the record.