I was under the impression this record was already finished and we'd be getting an announcement shortly. I don't know why. Nonetheless, I'm very stoked for new LTJ.
They could be pictures from an already completed recording session. Seems unlikely they would be getting together in a studio with everything going on.
Roger was live on Insta demoing a new LTJ song (he mentioned where horns would be coming in) - tentative title is “Just Like Andy”. Sounded awesome and is still up on his story right now.
Right! I knew I remembered seeing something like that haha Good point. The more I think about it, that's probably the case.
Pretty sure that was for something separate from the album, but agreed, it sounded pretty cool. Hopefully we'll hear what ever that's going to be soon. And regarding the album, at this point they've all mentioned at various times that they finished recording it back in December. Chris did an interview with DJ Rossstar on instagram a few days ago and the topic came up on there, and he reiterated that it's done at this point, they're just waiting to figure out how/when to release it. Chris mentioned at one point they were hoping for a spring release, and then once they'd finished, it was likely going to be around August, but now with Covid-19 that they're working with the label to figure out the when and how.
Not sure if anyone follow's Roger's other band, Rehasher, but they have a new 7" (as well as one from last year) available on Smartpunk if you're interested. Both records have a few different bundle options if that floats your boat. Rehasher - I Don't Feel Anything/Turn Inside Out
Chris went live acoustic on the LTJ instagram today and played some rare ones - including Lucky Day and Last Train! Having trouble posting it here but it’s on their profile.
Just got this email: LOST AT HOME SESSIONS This project is NOT TO BE CONFUSED with our NEW ALBUM scheduled for later release! Being cooped up at home like the rest of you, we thought it would be fun to keep the creative juices flowing and see if we could make music from 5 separate locations. That’s right, we’ve never played these songs together, and this is kind of like an experiment, but we’re gonna have fun! THE FIRST SONG OF THE SESSIONS is called “Just Like Andy” and it is available for purchase on our Band Camp page as of today. As a special bonus, anyone who buys one of these tunes from our Band Camp will be automatically entered to win a sweet prize pack which includes a rare LTJ bobble head that glows in the dark, some vintage, out of print, colored vinyl, and an LTJ cereal box that is almost 20 years old! (Winner will be chosen at random.) Part of the proceeds from this song will go to the Music Cares Covid-19 Relief Fund. The people behind Music Cares have been working tirelessly to provide funding for musicians and all the people that keep the music industry running. This is our way of saying 'Thank You' to them. The rest of the songs will be dropping every few weeks so keep an eye on our Band Camp for the latest song! https://lessthanjake.bandcamp.com/
Well part of it is going to COVID relief - drops to $1 at the end of the month, so I assume $4 is for charity.
Definitely. Hoping he keeps doing that while demoing out the next ones. Sounds we'll get one every couple of weeks.
Anthem/B is for B-Sides reissues: Less Than Jake Reissues Probably going to get the bundle with the beer koozies. With there was a bit more detail on what is going to come with the vinyl. Anthem has all that great art for each of the tracks, would be cool to have larger versions of those.
B is for B sides will always be amazing for me. Its fast and just straight bangers. Wish it got more love.