Portugal. The Man Share First Single From New Album 'Chris Black Changed My Life'
Thursday, 02 March 2023
Written by Jon Stickler
Portugal. The Man have returned with a new single, Dummy.
Anchored by a bass groove, the breezy offering marks the first preview of the Portland-based band's long-awaited new album, 'Chris Black Changed My Life', due out on June 23 via Atlantic Records. Produced by Jeff Bhasker, the follow-up to 2017's 'Woodstock' is dedicated to their late friend, director and producer Chris Black, who sometimes acted as their hype man at shows.
Head below to view the record's cover art and tracklist, which boasts a number of featured guests, whose identities are being kept secret for now. You can also check out the new cut's accompanying video, which stars new honorary band member Tank Dog. Lead singer John Gourley said:
"Worried about the impending nuclear war? Dummy is an ode to The Cure. For all those hopeless doomers out there waxing poetic on the end times while dancing to Boys Don’t Cry. All my troubles seem so far away. Thank you for waiting, it feels good to be back!"
Portugal. The Man have also confirmed shows in support of the LP, including an appearance at Bonnaroo and headline gigs in Colorado, New York and Los Angeles.
'Chris Black Changed My Life' tracklist:
1. Heavy Games II (feat Jeff Bhasker)
2. Grim Generation
3. Thunderdome [W.T.A] (feat. ** & **)
4. Dummy
5. Summer of Luv (feat. **)
6. Ghost Town
7. Time’s a Fantasy (feat. ** & **)
8. Doubt
9. Plastic Island
10. Champ (feat. **)
11. Anxiety:Clarity (feat. **)
Portugal The Man Upcoming Tour Dates are as follows
Thu July 20 2023 - PORTLAND Oregon - Edgefield (USA)
Fri July 21 2023 - TROUTDALE Oregon - McMenamins Historic Edgefield Amphitheater (USA)
Sun July 23 2023 - DENVER Colorado - Red Rocks Amphitheatre (USA)
Thu July 27 2023 - NEW YORK New York - Radio City Music Hall (USA)
Sun August 06 2023 - LOS ANGELES California - Hollywood Bowl (USA)
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