Ida + Cynthia Nelson + Storey Littleton | @ Swan Dive

Ida was founded in 1992 by NYC-based singers/guitarists Daniel Littleton (also of The Hated) and Elizabeth Mitchell, bringing together a wide variety of disparate influences into a singular minimalist brand of experimental pop all their own. Ida made their debut with 1994’s luminous Tales of Brave Ida, released on Tsunami frontwoman Jenny Toomey’s hugely influential Simple Machines label. The project soon grew into a full-fledged band with the addition of Littleton’s brother Michael Littleton on drums and bassist Karla Schickele, followed by 1996’s I Know About You and 1997’s Ten Small Paces, both of which earned critical acclaim for their subtle arrangements, rich harmonies, and stunning songcraft.

Looking to expand their sound and audience, Ida signed to Capitol Records in 1997 and set to work on what would become Will You Find Me. The protracted process saw the band recording in 14 studios across the country, joined by an array…