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Merrill Garbus

Merrill Garbus is the frontperson of Tune-Yards, and a composer whose work includes scores for director Boots Riley’s film projects, most recently I Love Boosters.

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Merrill Garbus (Tune-Yards) Talks Adele’s 25

Our writer finds herself swooning, romanced and disappointed by Adele's third album. And then she locates the appeal of this vastly popular artist.

January 6, 2016

Merrill Garbus (Tune-Yards) Talks Deerhoof’s La Isla Bonita

Tune-Yards' leader finds you can get to some amazing places with the new Deerhoof album — even if you're listening while on a treadmill.

November 10, 2014

Merrill Garbus (Tune-Yards) Talks Haiti and Exploring a Non-Western Musical Tradition

These days, I'm trying to write a new album. Right now it's called Sink-o, but who knows if that will remain. It came from my obsession...

June 1, 2013