And who said the blogosophere can’t change the world? For many months now, Cymbals Eat Guitars have been living the indie lifestyle – literally. Back in March, the New York based outfit self-released its debut LP, Why There Are Mountains,  by calling record shops around the country and convincing them why they should carry the nine-track effort. The hard work eventually paid off, and a few months of glowing reviews later, Cymbal Eat Guitars will finally get an opportunity to properly release their debut. It will be unveiled on September 22nd via Sister’s Den Records.

In support of the release, the band will embark on a rather eclectic summer road trip, consisting of everything from shows with Art Brut to an appearance at the Pitchfork Music Festival.

Why There Are Mountains Tracklist:
01. And the Hazy Sea
02. Some Trees (Merritt Moon)
03. Indiana
04. Cold Spring
05. Share
06. What Dogs See
07. Wind Phoenix (Proper Name)
08. Living North
09. Like Blood Does

Cymbal Eats Guitar 2009 Tour Dates:
06/04 – New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge ^
06/05 – Philadelphia, PA @ Reward
06/06 – Philadelphia, PA @ Johnny Brenda’s ^
07/02 – Indianapolis, IN @ Vollrath Tavern
07/04 – Des Moines, IA @ 80/35 Festival
07/18 – Chicago, IL @ Pitchfork Music Festival

^ = w/ Art Brut