Giant Drag has been in limbo for a a few years, after generating a good deal of buzz/success with its initial recordings.  Definitely check out Hearts and Unicorns to see why the band's mix of melodic, edgy grunge-rock has struck a chord with so many fans.  The band is led by the irrepressible, uber-talented Annie Hardy, who writes the songs, sings and plays guitar.  She's joined by Micah Calabrese on drums and synth bass. 

Calabrese actually left the band in 2006, with Hardy trying to continue on without him, but he has returned this year.  It's unclear as to whether his return is permanent, however.   He is clearly the anchor of the band, helping to level off the more careening personality of Hardy, and it seems like the band may only truly move forward with him in place.

The band also recently performed its first love show in some time at the Troubadour in Los Angeles. 

We were fortunate to get the band in for a session soon after Calabrese returned to the lineup.  Check out the session below.