I love Carles (or CRLS, rather) from Hipster Runoff. I also love the poet/author Tao Lin. They are pretty close buddies from what we can tell, and together they recently formed a band called “Jesus Christ.” (The indie band). Did they REALLY have to emphasize the indie band part?

Together, they have a lot of power. They generate tons of audiences attention, so why not go ahead and make a band? “Is This Really What You Want?” is their debut single, an interesting, dreamy song. I really hope this isn’t just a joke to them, because this is actually really good.

This is not a band–this is a sound project. Tao and Carles are looking to capitalize on emerging music + audio media markets. The product is intended to be something that you can ‘authentically empathize with’, moreso than a traditional ‘indie band.’

“Jesus Christ.” (the indie band)’s tentatively titled Is This Really What You Want? EP is ’slated’ for a Fall release. The two childhood friends spent 1 month recording the EP in Tao’s studio apartment. The EP is a soundscape journey through the challenges of a modern relationship. It will be available digitally, physically, and emotionally.

And to answer the question, YES. This is what I really want. [via PMA]

“Jesus Christ.” (the indie band) – “Is This Really What You Want?”Stream