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Varun Sheel Captures the Ephemeral in Latest Single “Here”

Varun Sheel, an emerging talent known for his emotive and atmospheric soundscapes, returns with his latest single “Here.” This track solidifies Varun Sheel’s place as a master of introspective songwriting, blending delicate melodies with vulnerable, soul-baring lyrics. His ability to create music that feels deeply personal yet universally relatable is what continues to set him apart in the ever-evolving indie scene. “Here” invites listeners into a world where time feels suspended. The track unfolds with subtle guitar riffs and Varun Sheel’s soothing vocals, creating an atmosphere that captures a fleeting moment of love and connection. The song is minimalistic yet rich with emotion, tapping into universal themes of vulnerability, longing, and the desire to hold on to a moment that inevitably slips away. The lyrical structure of “Here” plays with contrasts. Phrases like “You and I with blotched hearts” paint a picture of love marked by imperfections, while the repetition of “I just wanna stay right here” emphasizes the yearning to pause time. Varun Sheel’s use of imagery like “roses fly and drift away” underscores the transient nature of life and love, making “Here” a meditation on both connection and loss. Varun Sheel’s previous singles, including “Over You” and “More… Read More →

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All of Magazine’s studio albums to be reissued on vinyl

The entire studio catalogue of pioneering post-punks Magazine will be reissued on vinyl by PIAS Catalogue this autumn. Their first three albums, Real Life (1978), Secondhand Daylight (1979) and The Correct Use of Soap (1980) will be available on November 15. Magic, Murder And The Weather (1981), No Thyself (2011) and Rays & Hail 1978-2011 – a compilation being released on vinyl for the first time – will follow on December 13. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! Advertisement The tracklistings of the original studio albums remain unchanged, while Rays & Hail 1978-2011 is now augmented to 19 tracks, having originally been released in 1987 as a 14-track CD, Rays & Hail 1978-1981. All six reissues feature new sleevenotes curated by Rory Sullivan-Burke (the author of The Light Pours Out Of Me, the recent biography of Magazine guitarist, John McGeoch), with different Magazine band-members talking about one particular album each. The audio featured on the reissues is the 2000 remastered versions, and each release is pressed on coloured vinyl. Additionally, special exclusive coloured marble vinyl editions are available via Rough Trade Shops. There will also be… Read More →

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Bruce Springsteen announces new UK tourdates for 2025

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band have extended their 2025 European tour to include eight new shows – three of which are in the UK. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! Springsteen will play two dates at Manchester’s Co-Op Live Arena on May 17 and 20, plus a show at Anfield in Liverpool on June 4. Advertisement See the full list of his 2025 European tourdates (with ticket on-sale dates) below. Tickets are available via Springsteen’s official site here. 17 May – Manchester, England – Co-op Live – On-sale: 11 October at 10am BST20 May – Manchester, England – Co-op Live – On-sale: 11 October at 10am BST24 May – Lille, France – Stade Pierre Mauroy – On-sale: 07 October at 10am 9am BST31 May – Marseille, France – Orange Velodrome (rescheduled from May 25, 2024)04 June – Liverpool, England – Anfield Stadium – On-sale: 11 October at 10am BST11 June – Berlin, Germany – Olympiastadion – On-sale: 09 October at 9am BST15 June – Prague, Czech Republic – Airport Letnany (rescheduled from May 28, 2024)18 June – Frankfurt, Germany – Deutsche Bank Park –… Read More →

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Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Uber Arena, Berlin, September 29

When Nick Cave lived here in the mid-’80s, the Friedrichshain district which houses the Uber Arena was part of East Berlin. A lot has changed since then, of course; not least for Nick Cave. While a preserved stretch of the Berlin Wall opposite the Arena acts as a reminder of darker times, the tempo around here is brisk and upbeat, thriving with coffee shops, bars and boutiques. Cave himself has enjoyed similar gentrification; today, he is an artist with his own range of miniature ceramic figurines, an invitation to the Coronation and a zealous commitment to air fryers. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! This is perhaps not the future the 25-year-old Cave imagined for himself back in his wild Berlin days. Yet 40 years on, the future is very much on Nick Cave’s mind: after a series of albums that explored loss and grief following the deaths of two of his sons – Arthur in 2015 and Jethro in 2022 – this year’s Wild God found Cave and The Bad Seeds seeking positive change from their experiences. It’s not quite sunny uplands ahead, but it… Read More →

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“Alone” and the return of The Cure

In amidst the billowing synthesisers and windswept guitars, here’s a couple of lines where Robert Smith in “Alone” – The Cure’s first new single for 16 years – sings about “a boy and girl / who dream the world is nothing / but a dream”. In some respects, it’s not too much of a stretch to see The Cure as Robert Smith’s own dream world – a self-sufficient fiefdom which operates on his own terms, largely without external influence. Musically, The Cure always been skilled at conjuring up their own hermetically-sealed musical environments, but this is also a band who have existed for almost a third of their lifetime purely as a live entity, away from the endless album > tour > album > tour routines familiar to most bands, admirably pursuing their own agenda, however mysterious that might sometimes appear. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! Take, for example, new music, which Smith has been teasing sporadically since 2014, when he announced 4:14 Scream – the follow-up to the band’s 2008 album, 4:13 Dream. Since then, they played two new songs “It Can Never Be The… Read More →

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The The – Ensoulment

The The’s excellent 1983 album, Soul Mining, captured a feeling of deep, pronounced, soul searching like few other debuts have managed. Nearly 40 years on from that record Matt Johnson found himself engaging in a similar form of intense reflection and contemplation, as he navigated getting over a serious illness, grappling with the pandemic, dealing with grief and witnessing a rapidly changing world as AI boomed. It’s been 24 years since The The’s last studio album, with Johnson largely retreating into soundtrack work in the intervening years, but after a surprise return single in 2017 and the band’s first tour in 17 years, a full comeback was put into place. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! During the making of this album, Johnson found himself reflecting on the current state of the world, which he called “fascinating” yet also “strange, inverted and hallucinogenic”. These are all feelings that have found their way onto Ensoulment, an album that tackles many of life’s big questions, topics and subjects – albeit one that is at its strongest when it steps back from those and offers up something more personal…. Read More →

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Harold Budd, Elizabeth Frazer, Robin Guthrie, Simon Raymonde – The Moon And The Melodies (reissue, 1986)

There is something characteristically perverse about the fact that the Cocteau Twins’ greatest hits aren’t credited to them. In their lifetime, their biggest single was their uncanny, half-million selling, independent-chart-topping cover of Tim Buckley’s “Song To The Siren”, released under the aegis of 4AD boss Ivo Watts-Russell’s This Mortal Coil project. Since the group’s demise in 1997 the song that has risen to the top of the streaming stats is, remarkably, “Sea, Swallow Me”; never a single when it was released at the tail-end of 1986, yet currently racking over 100 millions plays on Spotify alone, and officially credited to Harold Budd, Elizabeth Fraser, Robin Guthrie and Simon Raymonde. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! This collaboration was almost an afterthought. A production company had floated the idea for a TV series that fostered pan-genre collaborations – metalheads and reggae rhythm sections, rockers and dance producers (such cross-fertilisation would ultimately lead to 4AD’s biggest hit, MARRS’ “Pump Up the Volume”). The documentary got bogged down in development purgatory, but the idea stuck with Robin Guthrie and Simon Raymonde, who hooked up with LA-based ambient composer and… Read More →

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Remember His Name

Critically panned on release in 1971, David Crosby’s If I Could Only Remember My Name is now rightly acknowledged as a masterpiece, its hallucinatory psych-folk emblematic of the shifting West Coast spirit of the times. “I didn’t hear it until about ten or fifteen years ago,” admits The Waterboys’ Mike Scott. “But I loved its spontaneity. It captures a moment of freedom and stoned optimism.” THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! This October, Scott will take his place alongside a number of artists – Hothouse Flowers’ Liam Ó Maonlaí, Kris Drever and The Staves – for the first ever live performance of Crosby’s signature solo album as part of Llais, Cardiff’s annual international arts festival. “If I Could Only Remember My Name holds a special place in my heart,” says musician and arranger Kate St John, who devised the concept and will lead the accompanying band. “I’ve had the idea of realising this for years and have been playing around with ideas in my head. I’m not interested in a slavish reproduction, I want to throw it open to the singers and the band and for… Read More →

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We’re New Here – Thee Sacred Souls

“The quality just feels timeless – it helps you feel good, helps you perform with so much more energy.” Frontman Josh Lane is talking about the stylish vintage clothes that characterise the look of Thee Sacred Souls, but he could just as easily be talking about their music, an irresistible brand of righteous, sun-blessed soul that consciously rekindles a classic ’60s and 70s R’n’B sound. “Absolutely,” he concurs. “It’s all part of the same package.” THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! Since forming in 2019 and signing to New York soul and funk label Daptone after only their second show, they’ve built up a keen following from touring with the likes of St Paul & The Broken Bones, Belle & Sebastian and Nathaniel Rateliff & The Nightsweats. Their forthcoming second album Got A Story To Tell promises to further cement their reputation as standard-bearers for classic American soul. Advertisement The sound of Thee Sacred Souls, so marinated in quality that it could have been preserved in oak casks, evolved after drummer Alex Garcia and bassist Sal Samano hooked up with Lane via social media and jammed… Read More →

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Watch Neil Young play 1977’s “Hey Babe” live for the first time

Neil Young played “Hey Babe” live for the first time on September 24, 2024 at the Capitol Theatre, Portchester, New York. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! The song originally appeared on Young’s 1977 album American Stars ‘N Bars, while a previously unreleased version of the song appeared more recently on Archives Vol. III (1976 – 1987). Advertisement [embedded content] Young has recently been playing with a ‘new’ band, The Chrome Hearts, comprising guitarist Micah Nelson, bassist Corey McCormick, drummer Anthony LoGerfo and Spooner Oldham on keyboards. McCormick and LoGerfo are also members of Promise Of The Real, with whom Young has often collaborated since 2015’s The Monsanto Years, along with Nelson. Oldham, of course, is a veteran of many of Young’s campaigns since 1978’s Comes A Time. Young debuted The Chrome Hearts at Farm Aid on September 21. It was his first live appearance since he curtailed Crazy Horse‘s recent Love Earth Tour in May due to illness. Young is next expected to appear at the Harvest Moon – A Gathering event on October 5 at Lake Hughes in California on a bill that also… Read More →

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Art Garfunkel announces covers album with his son, Art Garfunkel Jr

Art Garfunkel and Art Garfunkel Jr have announced their first album together. Father And Son, a “selection of personal favourites from the last century” will be released by BMG on November 8. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! Listen to their “modern orchestral” version of Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” below: Advertisement “‘Time After Time’ is one of my all-time favourites from the ’80s,” says Garfunkel Jr. “It’s a song that fits perfectly on this album – because it also deals with our relationship, this unique bond between my father and me. From one generation to the next, it’s about time passing, about passing on the baton, but here we are working together in the studio… and thus begins the next cycle, as my father takes this exciting next step with me.” “It felt like a dream. It was simply quite wonderful. I love working with him,” adds Garfunkel Sr. “I like to say my son is a better singer than I am. I mean, I’m pretty good… but he is better.” Peruse the tracklisting for Father And Son below and pre-order here. Advertisement Blue MoonVincentBlackbirdOld FriendsTime After TimeOnce… Read More →

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Watch a video for Bon Iver’s new song, “S P E Y S I D E”

Justin Vernon has announced that his SABLE EP – the first new Bon Iver record in more than five years – will be released by Jagjaguwar on October 18. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! According to the press release, SABLE is “Emerging from a slow-burning breakdown – possibly done with music, thinking increasingly about the process of healing… a space for Vernon to unpack the darkness, pressure and anxiety that amounted to one of the most trying periods of his life.” The three songs on SABLE, written from 2020-2023, were recorded at April Base in Wisconsin, produced by Justin Vernon and Jim-E Stack. Watch a video for the track “S P E Y S I D E” below, directed by Erinn Springer, and pre-order SABLE here.

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Introducing the Ultimate Music Guide: The Beatles, Definitive edition

The Fabber four! Hello hello! Close to the Beatles, subject of our latest 172-page Ultimate Music Guide but never so close as to lose objectivity, the late British rock ‘n’ roller Tony Sheridan had a succinct take on the band’s formative two years in Hamburg. “It wasn’t sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll,” he told me some years ago. “It was music, music, music.” Advertisement We have become accustomed to the idea that the German language has an accurate way of describing every situation, and so it proves here. What Sheridan recalled about his encounters with the band between 1960 and 1962 he described as an extension of wohngemeinschaft – a kind of shared living. As Tony explained it, this extended beyond the generally horrible accommodation the Hamburg bands lived in, but also a more philosophical sharing of resources. So enthused were the bands about their pursuit – in a time when musicians were considered a kind of reviled social underclass – that they shared resources, knowledge, even group members, all in the name of their wider mission. Could this be the first flowering of the musical questing, the inclusiveness and open-mindedness that we think of when we think of the Beatles?… Read More →

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AKTHEPROD’s Soulful Exploration in ‘ISOLATE’: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Authenticity

AKTHEPROD, born Alex Krause, has stepped into the spotlight with his latest EP, ‘ISOLATE’, a deeply introspective project that captures his journey through solitude, self-discovery, and personal growth. Known for blending elements of hip-hop, R&B, and pop, AKTHEPROD has evolved from a promising producer into a compelling artist who isn’t afraid to confront his vulnerabilities through music. ‘ISOLATE’ reflects his raw, honest exploration of identity, particularly his experiences with isolation during his battle with COVID-19 and his path to embracing his sexuality as an openly gay man. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alex Krause (@aktheproddd) The EP’s narrative goes beyond the pandemic, delving into AKTHEPROD’s struggles with societal expectations and his personal journey of acceptance. Tracks like “Sweet” and “Talk My Shit” are the most personal to him, addressing themes of love, hookup culture, and the constraints placed on him by society. “Sweet” speaks to the challenges of navigating love in a world where emotional connections can often feel shallow, while “Talk My Shit” confronts the stereotypes and limitations imposed on him due to his sexuality. These songs resonate with a powerful message: there’s no place for inauthenticity, and everyone deserves to be unapologetically themselves. AKTHEPROD’s… Read More →

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George Harrison’s Living In The Material World due for super deluxe release

George Harrison’s second solo album, Living In The Material World, is receiving a belated 50th anniversary release on November 15, via Dark Horse Records/BMG. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! Living in the Material World 50th Anniversary Edition will be available in a variety of physical and digital formats including a Super Deluxe Edition Box Set, limited to 5,000 copies. Advertisement The Super Deluxe Edition box set features the album on 2LP (180g) and 2CD, which includes the newly remixed original album and a bonus disc containing 12 previously unreleased early renditions of every song on the main album. Additionally, the set includes a Blu-Ray of all album tracks and previously unreleased tracks in Dolby Atmos, and an exclusive 7” single of the never-before-heard recording of “Sunshine Life For Me (Sail Away Raymond)” featuring Robbie Robertson, Levon Helm, Garth Hudson and Rick Danko from The Band, alongside Ringo Starr. The box set contains a beautiful 60-page hardcover book curated by Olivia Harrison and Rachel Cooper, with unseen imagery and memorabilia from the era, handwritten lyrics, studio notes, and tape box images. Also included is a 12-page… Read More →

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A Deep Dive into Thonia’s “Inside Out”

Thonia, a rising force in the inspirational music scene, is making waves with her latest single, “Inside Out.” Known for her voice that feels like a prayer and lyrics that cut through the noise, Thonia’s music is a compelling blend of faith, vulnerability, and introspection. With “Inside Out,” she dives deep into themes of self-reflection and the transformative power of faith, offering listeners an unfiltered glimpse into her spiritual journey. Her sound, influenced by folk and contemporary Christian elements, creates a unique space where personal discovery meets divine guidance, inviting audiences to explore their own faith through her soulful melodies. Born with an innate love for music and a heart anchored in spiritual exploration, Thonia‘s journey has been marked by profound self-discovery and faith. From an early age, she grappled with life’s deeper questions, seeking purpose and fulfillment. Through her studies and meditative practices, she found solace in living a life dedicated to God, a revelation that has deeply influenced her music. “Inside Out” reflects this personal transformation, merging her spiritual insights with her musical influences to create an anthem that resonates with those on a similar path of faith and self-realization. Thonia‘s creative process for “Inside Out” was as… Read More →

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TeeLdub’s “Time to Shine” Sets the Stage for a New Era in Hip-Hop

Hip-hop has always been more than a genre, it’s a movement, a powerful outlet for voices that often go unheard. It’s the heartbeat of those who rise from adversity, turning struggle into success and grit into gold. This cultural force continues to inspire new generations of artists who bring their unique perspectives to the table, proving that no matter where you start, it’s the journey and the hustle that define you. One such artist embodying this spirit is TeeLdub, an emerging talent from Atlanta with a story that’s as compelling as his music. TeeLdub, Atlanta’s rising star with roots in Albany, Georgia, is making a bold statement with his latest single, “Time to Shine.” This track isn’t just another entry in his growing catalog—it’s a powerful declaration of his journey, resilience, and ambition. Since co-founding Southern Slang Records in 2003, TeeLdub has been a relentless force in the music scene, turning every setback into a stepping stone. “Time to Shine” captures this spirit, delivering a sound that blends old-school influences with modern flair. Produced by JBEZE and featuring Slim so Serious, “Time to Shine” showcases TeeLdub’s sharp lyrical skills set against a backdrop of vibrant beats and melodic hooks. Drawing… Read More →

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Matt Berry announces new studio album, Heard Noises

Matt Berry has announced a new album, Heard Noises, which is coming on January 24, 2025 from Acid Jazz Records. You can hear “I Gotta Limit (Feat. Kitty Liv)”, from the album, below. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! [embedded content] He is joined by long-time collaborator, neo-progressive drummer Craig Blundell, and guests including Pokerface’s Natasha Lyonne and back with Matt is The Shins/Fruit Bats’ Eric D. Johnson (acoustic guitar, autoharp and backing vocals on ‘Why On Fire?’, ‘To Live For What Once Was’ and ‘Snakes That Slide’), Phil Scraggs (lap steel guitar on ‘To Live For What Once Was’ and ‘Snakes That Slide’), Rosie McDermott (vocals on ‘Sky High’) and the S. Club 60s Choir featuring Berry’s mother. Advertisement An Acid Jazz exclusive gatefold-sleeve psychedelic swirl colour vinyl is available to pre-order here. The tracklisting is: Side One Advertisement Why On Fire? Silver Rings Interlude Be Alarmed I Gotta Limit (featuring Kitty Liv) Wedding Photo Stranger Stay On The Ground Side Two I Entered As I Came (featuring Natasha Lyonne) There Are Monsters To Live For What Once Was Canada Dry The Snakes Will Slide… Read More →

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Super deluxe edition of Talking Heads: 77 unveiled

On November 8, Rhino will release a Super Deluxe Edition of Talking Heads’ landmark debut, featuring a number of rarities and previously unreleased tracks – including a live set captured at CBGB, New York, on October 10, 1977. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! A 4xLP + 4×7” boxset of Talking Heads: 77 is available exclusively here, which includes the remastered original album, one LP of rare and previously unreleased demos and outtakes, and a double LP of Live At CBGB, New York, NY, Oct. 10, 1977. An 80-page hardcover book features never-before-seen photos, fliers, artwork, and liner notes personally penned by each member of the band – Tina Weymouth, David Byrne, Chris Frantz and Jerry Harrison – plus recording engineer Ed Stasium. Standard 2xLP and 3xCD + Blu-Ray versions of the album will also be available. Listen to a rare acoustic version of “Psycho Killer” below, featuring Arthur Russell on cello. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

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Hear Father John Misty’s epic new track, “Screamland”

Josh Tillman has released a new track, “Screamland“, which is taken from Father John Misty‘s upcoming new album, Mahashmashana, which will be released on November 22 in the UK & Europe via Bella Union and Sub Pop for the rest world. THE BEATLES, JONI MITCHELL, VAN MORRISON, MICHAEL KIWANUKA AND MORE STAR IN THE NEW UNCUT – ORDER YOUR COPY HERE! “Screamland” features Alan Sparhawk from Low on guitar and a striking string arrangement written by Drew Erickson. Watch the official “Screamland” video directed by Estefania Kröl below. The tracklisting for Mahashmashana is: Mahashmashana She Cleans Up Josh Tillman and The Accidental Dose Mental Health Screamland Being You I Guess Time Makes Fools of Us All Summer’s Gone The album is available to pre-order here. Mahashmashana has been produced by Josh Tillman and Drew Erickson and executive produced by Jonathan Wilson.