Fresh off signing to NYC’s Photo Finish Records, she’s green arrive today with their first music since 2023’s Wisteria EP — a dreamy, five-track debut that positioned the Minneapolis band as a major player in the bubbling North American shoegaze resurgence. Now, their new single “Graze” continues the momentum, produced by Slow Pulp’s Henry Stoehr, with layers of fuzzy acoustic guitars that build into an emotional, crashing climax.
“This song is about feeling trapped in a distant memory and longing to find a way out,” she’s green says of “Graze,” which includes an accompanying music video premiering on PAPER. “The only way to escape seems to be facing it head-on and finally getting the release you need.”
The visual was shot by she’s green guitarist Liam Armstrong and stars vocalist Zofia Smith singing alone in the woods, as leaky lights fill the frame and surrounding leaves flutter like they’re dancing along. As the song explodes into a reverberating finale, Smith gets swallowed entirely, with chaotic cuts of them dancing wildly around a bonfire beneath grain and sparkle until she ends still on the ground.
“The first time I heard she’s green’s music, I was completely and utterly compelled,” says Photo Finish Director of A&R Shane Friedman. “I knew I had to see this band live, immediately. So on a sweltering June day, I flew to Minneapolis and piled into a hot, sweaty basement with 100 other local fans and watched them hypnotize the entire crowd. It was a show I’ll never forget.”
In 2025, she’s green will bring their midwestern sound across the country, joining tours with both Glixen and Suzy Clue, and making first-time appearances at San Francisco’s Noise Pop Festival and Seattle’s Freakout Weekender. To celebrate “Graze,” we asked the five-piece band (Zofia Smith, Liam Armstrong, Raines Lucas, Teddy Nordvold and Kevin Seebeck) to give us an insider guide to their hometown in Minnesota, below.
Misfit Coffee
Misfit wins best coffee shop in Minnesota. The shop is set up like an old garage turned hideaway, the staff are super cool, and they source and roast the most delicious coffee in the cities. It’s one of those rare spots that’s more like a community stomping ground than a business. Tell Hayden the greenies sent you.
Disco Death Records and Film Lab
Disco Death Records is easily the best record store in town. They have the esoteric titles you can’t find anywhere else, with lots of deep cuts from Nigeria and Japan. They also develop film and might have the highest quality scans in the Midwest — Jordan’s a pro. To top it off, they serve coffee from Misfit.
Theodore Wirth Park
Spending time in nature has always been a major inspiration for our music, so we are super lucky to have Theo Wirth, an expansive preserve about the size of Central park, just minutes outside of downtown. Check out the Quaking Bog or say what’s up to our Barred Owl friend, Sampson, on a walk through Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden. Whenever we need a break from writing or recording, it’s easy to get lost in Theo’s old woods.
The Nook
The Nook is the staple post-practice burger stop that’s almost a century old. The basement walls are lined with decorated dollar bills (try and find ours) and they’ve got a couple old-school bowling lanes. Not to mention the juiciest burgers.
The Main Cinema
The Main Cinema is maybe the only Minneapolis theater where you can see both Hollywood premieres and art-house films. It’s nestled on a historic brick road at the foot of the Mississippi River’s St. Anthony Falls with a wonderful view of downtown. A great spot for an after-movie walk.
Volstead's Emporium
Volstead’s experience begins with the bouncer sliding a spy-hole on an unmarked door in a back alley. It’s a true speakeasy with a creative menu and frequent live jazz. Definitely the spot for a long-overdue catchup with an old friend. Great also for acting like a witch or wizard.
First Avenue and 7th Street Entry
This is a given, but these venues have always and continue to define the Minneapolis scene. The entry is the spot where local bands strive to cut their teeth. They always put on a quality show that still feels authentic. The historic Main Room at First Ave is also run by a world-class crew, and is every up-and-coming artist’s dream show.
Photography: Myles Ross
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