The Decemberists Indie Rock / Pop The Decemberists are a five-piece indie pop band from Portland, Oregon, fronted by singer/songwriter Colin Meloy. Their debut EP, 5 Songs, was self-released in 2001. Their fourth full-length album, The Crane Wife, was released on 3 October 2006 by Capitol Records, and is their first appearance on a major label. Reviews The Decemberists - The Crane Wife (6 out of 10) Jeff Laughlin The Decemberists - Picaresque (9 out of 10) Glenna Gordon Live Reviews The Decemberists - Royal Festival Hall, London, England (7 out of 10) Michael Gluckstadt The Decemberists - Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles CA (9 out of 10) Barney Rebel News • Decemberists Live review and photos 7/07/07 • Decemberists Orchestral Tour - Dates Confirmed • Decemberists Spring Tour Info • The Decemberists New Album & Tour Similar Bands & Projects Colin Meloy Artist Website The Decemberists - Official Website