Wednesday, 3 Feb 2010

Joe Pug :: The Sharpest Crown

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On February 16th Joe Pug will release his new album Messenger. Joe is amongst a handful of songwriters carrying the torch of Bod Dylan, Steve Earle, Neil Young, and Willie Nelson.

Joe Pug is out on the road with Justin Townes Earle this month and have stops scheduled at the Canopy Club in Champaign (2/24), High Noon Saloon in Madison (2/26) and Lincoln Hall in Chicago (2/27). Until then, grab a download of “The Sharpest Crown” from the forthcoming Messenger below:

MP3: Joe Pug – “The Sharpest Crown”

News:

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Sterogum has the details, artwork and track listing for the upcoming sophomore release (Volume Two, Merge, 3/23) from She & Him.

Hats off to the always amazing Largehearted Boy who passed the eight year mark last week!


5 Responses to “Joe Pug :: The Sharpest Crown”

  1. DC Says:

    I should be above this, but he should really just use his full last name.

  2. art ledbetter Says:

    1.keep in mind what shakespeare said about names and roses.
    2.focus on the music.
    3. don’t be such a tight ass

  3. Chris Says:

    Shakespeare cracks me up. Seriously, if the rest of Joe Pug’s new album is as good as “The Sharpest Crown”, then we’re in for something special.

  4. left bass guitar Says:

    Do you actually think that was the simplest way to prove your point?

  5. jeremiah Says:

    this a heartbreaking, beautiful song…

    I’m with Art, #3 for certain…

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