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Vampire Weekend Announces "Only God Was Above Us" Release
Fifth Studio Album Arrives April 5, 2024
After Years of Anticipation, Band Returns with New Music
New York City indie rock band Vampire Weekend has officially announced the release of their fifth studio album, "Only God Was Above Us." The album is set to drop on April 5, 2024, marking the band's first new album since "Father of the Bride" in 2019.
The announcement comes after years of teasing and anticipation from fans. In recent weeks, the band has been ramping up activity on social media and releasing cryptic teasers. The official announcement was accompanied by a brief video featuring a snippet of new music.
According to lead singer-songwriter Ezra Koenig, the album is heavily inspired by the band's hometown of New York City. "There's a lot of New York City in the new album," Koenig told NPR's Scott Simon. "We've always been a New York band, but this album feels more specifically about the city than anything we've done before."
"Only God Was Above Us" is available for pre-order now on the band's official website. The album will be released on both digital and physical formats, including vinyl and CD.
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