Stephen Malkmus names new album

Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks have finished their new album, and it’s tentatively titled Real Emotional Trash. Although, honestly, by the time the record’s March release date roles around, it could be called Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks Cover Celine Dion and we wouldn’t be surprised. Nor would that stop us from listening to the former Pavement frontman and his crew.

The announcement, which came via StephenMalkmus.com, also hints at a tour through Europe, Asia, and the United States. Pitchfork recently reported two confirmed dates: December 19 at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, Calif. and December 21 at the Doug Fir in Portland, Ore. Fellow Portland rockers Blitzen Trapper will open both shows.

Also, be sure to check out Malkmus’ work on the soundtrack to Todd Haynes’ Bob Dylan biopic I’m Not There.

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