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MJ Lenderman joins rock and roll's lineage of heartbreak kids

MJ Lenderman's fifth solo album, 'Manning Fireworks', draws inspiration from rock legends like The Band and Drive-By Truckers, exploring themes of heartbreak and emotional complexity. The album features poignant storytelling, blending personal experiences with broader reflections on relationships. Lenderman's work highlights a shift in rock attitudes, embracing a modest and self-aware narrative compared to the more heroic frameworks of earlier rock music. The music emphasizes emotional nuance, showcasing the beauty in vulnerability and the complexity of human connections.

Published on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 2:27 PM

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