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Death From Above 1979 announce first album in six years with new “ripping rock song” ‘Private Lives’ and North American tour

September 29

Death From Above 1979 have announced ‘Private Lives’ – their first studio album in six years. Check out new tour dates and the “ripping” new title track.

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