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and Brussels — this material emulates an alienating encounter with a smattering of places

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and bassist Josh McKay

It’s easy to imagine malfunctioning computer screens lingering beneath washes of tall grass while taking in these 12 soil-y compositions

American Football - American Football (Blue Smoke vinyl) Alternative Music and Brussels — this materialAmerican Football's first album showcases cleanly picked guitars, intricate drumming, and the vocals of Mike Kinsella (Owen, Cap'n Jazz). The band, made up of Kinsella, Steve Holmes and Steve Lamos rooted itself in Champaign and recorded this album at Private Studios with Brendan Gamble (Braid). Despite little touring and with only an EP behind them, these nine songs highlight the trio's uncanny songwriting abilities. The album's photos and layout