MJ Lenderman "Manning Fireworks" 2026-01-16 all locked together by White's

all locked together by White's ability to pull melody out of chaos

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and what this album proves is that the group deserves to move beyond the little Zach-Braff-movie-watching

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MJ Lenderman "Manning Fireworks" 2026-01-16 all locked together by White'sFollowing last year's "triumphant live album" (Pitchfork), And the Wind (Live and Loose!), and 2022's surprise breakthrough Boat Songs, Manning Fireworks is an instant classic of an LP. MJ let's us in on his frank observations on the intersection of wit and sadness. The punchlines from his previous albums are still here, as are the rusted wire guitar solos that have made him a favorite for indie rock fans looking for an emerging guitar hero. But