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  The Kooks, 'Junk of the Heart' (Astralwerks)

  September 13, 2011 – Having already positioned 2008's Konk as their "mainstream bid," these Britpop traditionalists return with a rather-quite-poppier follow-up that may be both their best and blandest yet. As previous attempts at laddish charm like "Jackie Big Tits" have proven, wit lies outside the Kooks' still-youthfully greasy grasp. …
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  EXCLUSIVE: The Kooks Debut Two New Songs

  September 7, 2011 – After three years, British rockers the Kooks will return with their third album, Junk of the Heart, on September 13. Get a sneak peek with two of its songs - "Mr. …
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  D'Angelo Hits the Studio, Kooks' New Tune + More

  July 15, 2011 – D'Angelo is back in the studio working on his first album since 2000's Grammy-winning Voodoo, according to the Roots' Ahmir "?uestlove" Thompson, who's recording tracks with the singer. "Most people use midnight as a time to sleep," he Tweeted. "Others are working on their 11 year follow-up." Billboard reports the album could be released as early as this year, but may get pushed to 2012. …
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  Beck, Lily Allen, TV on the Radio Cover Rock Legends

  January 12, 2009 – File this one under "awesome idea combined with a great cause." The War Child International charity, which provides aid to children in war-torn countries like Iraq and Afghanistan, recently asked 16 legendary musicians, including Bob Dylan, David Bowie, and Bruce Springsteen, to choose a song from their catalogue and a contemporary artist to reinterpret the tune. …
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  Kooks Announce Fall Tour

  June 25, 2008 – Who? Jangly Britpop sensations the Kooks, fronted by reggae-tinged crooner Luke Pritchard. Already a giant smash in their native England, the quartet are quickly gaining traction in the U.S. with their recently released sophomore effort, Konk. What? A 24-date tour, the Kooks' largest outing in the states yet. After a kick-off show at Hamilton College Sept. …
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