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Rappers diversify into childrens' publishing

US group Atmosphere to include book with new album

US rap duo Atmosphere are taking their careers in an unusual direction, publishing their own children’s book.

The tome, written by Slug from the band, is being released with the group's new new album.

The hardback is 40 pages long and the lyrics to the band’s songs and sketches feature along a the story.

The limited edition version will also include a live DVD of past gigs.

The band from Minneapolis will release new LP 'When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold' on April 21.


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