Twilight Muse’s electrifying new live album, Collabs: Live at Garcia’s at The Cap, is out today—anchored by the release of a brand-new original single and live video for “The Mayor,” a swampy, groove-heavy anthem featuring legendary bassist George Porter Jr. of The Meters. Recorded live during soundcheck at Garcia’s at The Capitol Theatre, the track captures a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration with one of the architects of New Orleans funk, as Twilight Muse stretches into bold new sonic territory.
“Recording ‘The Mayor’ with George Porter Jr. was pure kismet,” says Twilight Muse’s Meg Pollaro. “The early version was more mellow—closer to our debut—but our guitarist Joe Colgan came up with this riff that sounded straight out of New Orleans. We joked, ‘It’s like The Meters!’ Then suddenly, we were booked to open for George and he graciously agreed to play bass on the song. It came together like magic.”
A live performance video of “The Mayor” is out now, offering a raw and joyful glimpse into the track’s birth—funky riffs, rich vocal interplay, and the unmistakable groove of a living legend laying it down with a rising band. It follows the release of the band’s fiery reinterpretation of “Living for the City,” featuring Robert Randolph and G. Love, which helped set the stage for this collaborative live album.
The full album Collabs: Live at Garcia’s at The Cap captures the group’s jam-forward energy and collaborative spirit, with guest appearances from John Popper, members of The Soul Rebels, Robert Randolph & G. Love, and Sierra Green. The album was recorded during a run of high-energy shows at Garcia’s, the intimate front room of the Capitol Theatre that’s become a hub for improvisational and roots-influenced music.
“This album is about spontaneity and gratitude,” the band shares. “The collabs pushed our sound in directions we never imagined—and they’ve inspired us to write a whole new wave of music that leans into that groove.”
Twilight Muse’s evocative and intriguingly layered name speaks to the group’s artistic perspective. Founded by singer-songwriter Meg Pollaro and singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist Andrew Shapiro, Twilight Muse writes, records, and performs alluring songs that range from indie rock to soul and funk – and plays reimagined covers of some of your favorite tunes. Since launching the project in 2023, the founders have enlisted a stellar band (Alan Cockern, Joe Colgan, Rich Monopoli, Todd Nocera, and Simon Wasserberger), which has joined the duo in writing new songs including ‘The Mayor.’
Twilight Muse’s debut album, A Moment Out of Time (2023), was produced by Dan Mackenzie (Joss Stone, Martin Sexton), Will Baker (Slide Studios, Brooklyn), and Jason Cummings (Cutting Room). The release earned praise for its lush, introspective storytelling and dynamic sound – with Relix praising its “blend of poetic lyricism, atmospheric soundscapes, and harmonious vocal interplay.” Following the album’s release, Twilight Muse hit the live-music circuit hard, building a reputation for spellbinding performances and electrifying collaborations.
Twilight Muse will return to Garcia’s for a special late-night set on May 8th, following Little Feat at The Capitol Theatre. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit .
Collabs: Live at Garcia’s at The Cap by Twilight Muse
1. Miss You > I Will Survive (feat. John Popper)
2. Ain’t Nobody (feat. members of The Soul Rebels)
3. Lady Marmalade (feat. members of The Soul Rebels)
4. The Mayor (feat. George Porter Jr.)
5. Sneakin’ Sally Through the Alley (feat. George Porter Jr.)
6. Living for the City (feat. Robert Randolph & G. Love)
7. Red House (feat. Sierra Green, Robert Randolph & G. Love)
8. Not Fade Away > Who Do You Love (feat. G. Love & Robert Randolph)
By: Bass Magazine