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Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy Announces New Single, “Time To Be Clear”

By Hilary Saunders at 5:45 PM on February 2, 2012

As if the announcement of his own line of coffee didn’t create enough of a buzz (so to speak), Bonnie “Prince” Billy will also be releasing a new single at the end of the read more

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David Byrne and Will Oldham Scoring Sean Penn Movie

By Wyndham Wyeth at 1:00 PM on January 26, 2011

Music legend David Byrne was tapped last year to score an upcoming film starring Sean Penn, but it now seems that he will be joined on the project by Will Oldham, the bearded songwriter perhaps best known as Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy. Both talents have had their share of experiences with composing for the screen in the past. Byrne has produced work for the HBO-series Big Love, the David Mackenzie film, Young Adam, as well as both Wall Street films. Songs by Oldham have been featured in films such as An Injury to One, The Broken Giant and Palermo Shooting.... read more

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Bonnie 'Prince' Billy & The Cairo Ready 10" Charity Record

By Max Blau at 11:11 AM on January 24, 2011

Whether through his continually changing moniker, DIY approach to releasing music or his newfound collaborations, singer-songwriter Will Oldham has spent his career constantly trying new things. After Oldham had played with guitarist Emmett Kelly on several records, his lovely 2010 release, The Wonder Show of the World, featured Kelly’s band, The Cairo Gang. Moving forward, the collaboration between these two will continue on the forthcoming Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy & The Cairo Gang “Island Brothers / New Wonder” 10”.... read more

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Watch Yo La Tengo Cover Lou Reed and Jonathan Richman With Nels Cline and Bonnie 'Prince' Billy

By Beca Grimm at 10:00 AM on December 10, 2010

For the sixth night of Yo La Tengo’s Hanukkah stay in Hoboken, N.J., the gang invited Mission of Burma and Bob Weston to join them for the fifth night. For the seventh night during the festival of lights, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Nels Cline and the Cairo Gang hopped on the bill.... read more

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My Morning Jacket, The Wrens, Bonnie 'Prince' Billy, Many More Contribute to Dear New Orleans Comp

By Paste News at 10:49 AM on August 19, 2010

Air Traffic Control, a non-profit group that’s been hosting artist activism events regarding Hurricane Katrina, wrangled The Wrens, My Morning Jacket, Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy and more to pay tribute with the release of Dear New Orleans.... read more

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Download Cheyenne Marie Mize and Bonnie 'Prince' Billy's Album, Among the Gold

By Paste Staff at 3:10 PM on July 26, 2010

Download Cheyenne Marie Mize and Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy’s Album, Among the Gold. Mize is on tour now.... read more

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Bonnie 'Prince' Billy Announces New Album with Valentine's Message

By Lindsey Lee at 2:00 PM on February 16, 2010

Will Oldham, AKA: Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy, had a special Valentine for his fans that was way better than flowers or chocolate. His label, Drag City,, posted a request for e-mails to be sent to valentine@dragcity.com. Send one, and you’ll get a reply message that suggests an important “declaration” and a link to a mysterious video featuring a scantily clad lady.... read more

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