Check out the new video by Wonderlick!

Wonderlick, the musical collaboration between Jay Blumenfield and Tim Quirk—both formerly of Too Much Joy—has introduced a fresh visual and sonic offering that bridges alt-rock with traditional American folk music. Their recently released video showcases a song that melds alt-country sensibilities with Appalachian instrumentation, a notable departure from their punk-inflected past.

The track, titled "Come Get on My Cloud," originated during a tour where the duo performed stripped-down acoustic sets in fans’ homes. Seeking to preserve the intimate energy of those performances, Wonderlick ventured to rural Virginia to explore the roots music scene firsthand. There, they engaged with musicians attending a weekly jamboree at the Floyd Country Store, a venue known for its dedication to old-time string band traditions.

Choosing a serene wooden meditation center called the Shanti for their recording sessions, the duo spent three days experimenting with reinterpreting their compositions through folk instruments such as banjos and fiddles. This process transformed their electronic and punk-inspired songs into something steeped in Americana yet retaining a distinct Wonderlick identity, rather than simply fitting into a folk genre.

According to punknews.org, the resulting track is more than a stylistic experiment; it carries a message about overcoming negativity, including self-directed and interpersonal animosities. The song invites listeners to embrace empathy and kindness, even toward those they might typically consider adversaries.

This release precedes the arrival of Wonderlick’s album, Wonderlick Loves You, scheduled for October 9. The album will be available on CD and digital platforms through the People Suck Music label. While the video offers a visual narrative complementing the song’s alt-country roots, it also captures the spirit of collaboration and exploration that defines the project.

The project’s fusion of alternative rock energy with Appalachian folk instrumentation highlights the adaptability and creative range of its creators. By stepping outside their punk rock framework, Blumenfield and Quirk demonstrate a commitment to evolving their sound while honoring traditional American musical forms.

Details about additional tracks on the forthcoming album remain limited, but this initial release sets a tone of introspective storytelling framed within a rootsy, acoustic atmosphere. Wonderlick’s latest work underscores how artists can reinterpret their own musical legacies through new lenses, engaging audiences across genre boundaries.

As the music landscape continues to embrace hybrid genres, Wonderlick’s approach exemplifies how collaboration and immersion in local music cultures can revitalize and reshape established sounds. Their Virginia sessions serve as a case study in how environment and community influence creative output, resulting in a song that is both a product of place and a fresh articulation of their artistic vision.