MJ Lenderman

The 20 Best Americana Albums of 2024
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The 20 Best Americana Albums of 2024

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Americana has never been better with the quality of music, diversity of styles, and the artists’ demographics in terms of race, gender, and wealth.

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MJ Lenderman Finds the ‘Fireworks’ in Everyday Life
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MJ Lenderman Finds the ‘Fireworks’ in Everyday Life

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 / 10 September 2024

MJ Lenderman creates sounds that somehow cut into his listeners’ heads and hearts, even when the songs’ sonics resemble that of the garage band next door.

MJ Lenderman Continues Upward Trajectory with ‘Manning Fireworks’
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MJ Lenderman Continues Upward Trajectory with ‘Manning Fireworks’

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 / 4 September 2024

On Manning Fireworks, MJ Lenderman describes down-and-out characters with his usual witty charm, all while showcasing his exceptional musical abilities.