Live Drugs Again: The War on Drugs’ New Live Album
The War on Drugs, indie rock heroes, are set to release their new live album, Live Drugs Again, next Friday, September 13, via Super High Quality Records. The 11-track album captures performances from around the world, featuring songs from their discography, including old favorites and recent studio album tracks.
Performances from 2022 and 2023
Live Drugs Again was recorded during the War on Drugs’ 2022 and 2023 tour, which took them to various countries, including the US, the UK, Europe, and Australia. At the time, the band was supporting their 2021 studio album, I Don’t Live Here Anymore, although their setlists spanned their entire discography. The album includes a performance of "Burning," a track from their 2011 album Lost in the Dream, which serves as the lead offering.
The Evolution of the Songs
According to bandleader Adam Granduciel, Live Drugs Again chronicles the evolution of their songs from the studio to stages all over the world, documenting their continued growth as a live band. He states, "This series ensures that these versions, and some of our favorite moments on stage, will live on."
The Second Live LP
Live Drugs Again is the War on Drugs’ second live LP, following their 2020 predecessor, Live Drugs. The new album will be available digitally next week, with fans also able to pre-order a limited edition double-LP vinyl version (666 copies pressed onto transparent blue vinyl). A standard vinyl and CD version will arrive later this year.
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The National and the War on Drugs Tour
For those who crave the actual live War on Drugs experience, the band will soon embark on a co-headlining tour with the National, with support from Lucius. The Zen Diagram trek kicks off on September 12 in Gilford, New Hampshire, and wraps on October 12 in Monterrey, Mexico.
Tracklist
- "Harmonia’s Dream"
- "Burning"
- "Old Skin"
- "Come To The City"
- "I Don’t Wanna Wait"
- "Pain"
- "Slow Ghost"
- "In Chains"
- "Living Proof"
- "Under The Pressure"
- "I Don’t Live Here Anymore"
Conclusion
Live Drugs Again promises to deliver a unique listening experience, capturing the War on Drugs’ live performances from around the world. With their discography-spanning setlists and continued growth as a live band, this album is a must-listen for fans of the band and indie rock enthusiasts.
FAQs
Q: When is the new live album, Live Drugs Again, released?
A: Live Drugs Again is set to be released next Friday, September 13, via Super High Quality Records.
Q: What countries did the War on Drugs tour during the recording of the album?
A: The War on Drugs toured in the US, the UK, Europe, and Australia during the recording of Live Drugs Again.
Q: Is the album available for pre-order?
A: Yes, fans can pre-order a limited edition double-LP vinyl version (666 copies pressed onto transparent blue vinyl) or standard vinyl and CD versions.
Q: Who is supporting the War on Drugs on their upcoming tour?
A: The National and Lucius are supporting the War on Drugs on their upcoming co-headlining tour, the Zen Diagram trek.
Q: Can I still get tickets for the tour?
A: Yes, tickets are available for the War on Drugs’ co-headlining tour with the National and Lucius.
