Napoleon IIIrd announces new album, free track and live dates
04 August 2010, 10:50
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Due for release on the 8th of November is Christiania; the new album from Napoleon IIIrd (aka James Mabbett). Tackling the challenges of escaping the constraints of small-town life with some lushly textured pop songs and evocative drones. Despite playing as part of Damo Suzuki’s band and touring with Wild Beasts & Yo! Majesty he’s still found the time to write and record this indulgent body of work.
Fans wishing to hear the first single ‘The Unknown Unknown’ can sign up to receive the free track here. He will also be touring the album in September and October, full dates are here.
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