At the end of 2022, I selected We Three for part of my Artists to Watch series for 2023 and beyond (view the announcement).
We Three had quite the year. I'd say 2023 was transformative.
Joshua, Bethany, and Manny are known for the honesty and heart they share in their art. This year, they put their hearts out there in new ways. Some may look at what they've done as risky, but what We Three has done and continues to do is stay authentic.
They started by reflecting on 2022 and the memories they made. From there, they released In Therapy just before setting off with their instruments and crew to ride one last Happy wave with 8 shows across the US.
While they were enjoying this time, they were also preparing fans for the new era by dropping Easter eggs along the way.
When it was time to return home, they made sure to let fans know that they'd “SEE YOU IN THE NEXT ONE” (view post) — a memorable lyric for the new era… from a song which I describe as ethereal (view my write-up on Love Me).
This era was different. In some ways, the intensity of the stories they share on Love Me are like that of their song Sara. Each involves sensitive subjects and have connected the band with listeners on a different level. Their fanbase has grown, while some of it has changed.
When thinking about their album Love Me, I'm reminded of a quote by Rick Rubin, record producer:
“The best art polarizes the audience.”
While subject to opinion, it’s a perspective to consider.
The excitement and suspense were building just as the band shared a red heart.
And with that, a new chapter began.
Here’s the rundown of We Three’s 2023:
January 2nd: Share a post reflecting on 2022 (view post)
January 5th: Announce Happy Tour - US Wave 3 dates (view post)
March 10th: Release new single titled In Therapy (listen to the song)
March 11th: The band set sail on the Happy Tour - US Wave 3
April 12th: The official transition from the Happy era to the Love Me era (view Reel)
April 17th: Share first set of The Love Me Tour dates (view Reel)
May 8th: Announce new single titled She's Got That (view post)
May 24th: Release She’s Got That (listen to the song)
June 20th: Share the Love Me album tracklist (view Reel)
June 22nd: The informal start to We Three’s acoustic sessions (view Reel)
July 16th: Announce Love Me album release party on July 28th (view post)
July 20th: Share a short video promo showing the different ways of interpreting the phrase “Love Me” (view Reel)
July 21st: Release Love Me (listen to the album)
July 27th: Love Me In A Circle dance takes over IG (view Reel)
July 28th: Love Me album release party (view post)
August 29th: Share a snippet of Six Feet Deep (view Reel)
September 15th: The siblings open up about their late mother ahead of Six Feet Deep (view post)
September 29th: Release single titled Six Feet Deep (listen to the song)
October 6th: Start releasing Love Me Tour episodes (watch episode 1)
October 9th: They perform a show in Oslo, Norway which hits home (view post)
October 27th: Release single titled Dancing In The Dark (listen to the song)
November 1st: The Love Me Tour comes to an end
November 4th: Share a post reflecting on The Love Me Tour (view post)
December 9th: The siblings wrap up the year by letting fans know they’re home for the holidays (view post)
Besides sharing new music and going on tour, the band has earned recognition across different publications, appeared on several podcasts, shared stories through interviews, and connected with fans online through social media and in person at their shows.
There’s just one thing left to say:
Dear We Three,
Hope to see you in the next one.
Love,
Me