Currently, MJ Lenderman, a member of Wednesday and a laid-back guitar virtuoso, is gearing up to launch his new solo album called Manning Fireworks. The lead single “She’s Leaving You” has already been shared. In addition, Lenderman has released “Joker Lips,” a beautiful meandering track that falls in the same dreamy and thoughtful vein as Kurt Vile’s music.
“Joker Lips” delves into the theme of quiet turmoil, with lyrics that struggle to express emotions eloquently: “You know I really love my TV/ But all I really wanna see is see you near me.” Lenderman plays almost all the instruments on the track himself, yet it exudes an organic vibe akin to that of a live band performance. In the video directed by Ben Turok, Lenderman and his live band, The Wind, perform on a hillside in North Carolina against the backdrop of a setting sun. Watch the video below.
Manning Fireworks will be available on 9/6 on the Anti- label.
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