Spirits (The Devil Makes Three album)

Spirits is the third studio album by American Americana/roots band The Devil Makes Three, released in 2013 on New West Records. The album marks a significant shift in the band's production, being the first to be produced by a third party, Joe Henry. Prior to Spirits, the band had self-produced their albums. Spirits features a more polished and refined sound compared to their earlier, rawer recordings, while still retaining the band's signature blend of blues, ragtime, and old-time country influences. The album includes original songs written by the band members, Pete Bernhard, Lucia Turino, and Cooper McBean, and explores themes of mortality, addiction, and redemption, often through the lens of dark humor and storytelling. Notable tracks include "Old Number Seven," which has become a fan favorite and a staple of their live performances, and "Graveyard," which showcases the band's ability to blend macabre themes with catchy melodies. Spirits was generally well-received by critics, who praised the band's songwriting and musicianship, as well as the improved production quality. The album helped to further solidify The Devil Makes Three's position as a leading act in the Americana music scene.