February 22, 2008 10:37

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'Narrow Stairs' set for May release

Death Cab For Cutie have revealed details of their new album.

'Narrow Stairs', the follow-up to 2005’s 'Plans', is set for release on May 13, and will be preceded by the single 'I Will Possess Your Heart'.

The album was produced by guitarist Chris Walla, who has previously produced and engineered albums by Hot Hot Heat and The Decemberists.

Describing the album, bassist Nick Harmer said: “I hope this album is a bit of a surprise for those out there that think they have us all figured out. We can’t wait to share these songs with the world.”

The band have also announced they are to play the US festivals Coachella and Bonnaroo.

The tracklisting for 'Narrow Stairs' is:

'Bixby Canyon Bridge'
'I Will Possess Your Heart'
'No Sunlight'
'Cath…'
'Talking Bird'
'You Can Do Better Than Me'
'Grapevine Fires'
'Your New Twin Sized Bed'
'Long Division'
'Pity And Fear'
'The Ice Is Getting Thinner'

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