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New Video: Architecture in Helsinki – “W.O.W.”

Before embarking on their current European Tour, Architecture in Helsinki snuck off to Australia’s Gold Coast with their good friends and fellow Melburnians Krozm, who had mentioned to them earlier in the year that they’d met a Pyrotechnician who had offered them use of his Animatronic Dolphins.

As the band recount, “This sounded too good to be true, so we pinky swore that we’d make our dolphin dream a reality. We later found out that these same dolphins were used in the 90’s version of Flipper, featuring Jessica Alba, which only made the prospect of this clip more exciting.”

They add that “In a nutshell, ‘W.O.W’ acts the soundtrack to a film about one man’s quest to find answers and in turn his place in the natural universe. Somewhere along the line we convinced Cameron to make his acting debut, which included him swimming fully clothed in freezing water for a whole day.”

Next week AIH embark on their final US Tour for the Aria-nominated (for Best Pop Release) “Moment Bends,” so be sure not to miss the last opportunity to see them for quite a while.

Tour Dates:

02 Nov 2011 –  Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey Theatre
03 Nov 2011 – San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
04 Nov 2011 – Cruz, CA @ Rio Theatre
05 Nov 2011 – Mexico City, MX @ El Plaza Condesa
06 Nov 2011 – Austin, TX @ Fun Fun Fun Fest
07 Nov 2011 – Houston, TX @ Fitzgerald’s
09 Nov 2011 – Tallahassee, FL @ Club Downunder
10 Nov 2011 – Tampa, FL @ Crowbar
11 Nov 2011 – Miami, FL @ Grand Central
12 Nov 2011 – Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
14 Nov 2011 – Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle
15 Nov 2011 – Washington DC @ 9:30 Club
16 Nov 2011 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
17 Nov 2011 – Boston, MA @ Royale
18 Nov 2011 – New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
19 Nov 2011 – Alfred, NY @ Alfred University
20 Nov 2011 – Oberlin, OH @ Oberlin College
21 Nov 2011 – Chicago, IL @ Metro
22 Nov 2011 – St. Paul, MN @ Macalester College

Additional Festival shows:

26 Nov 2011 – Canberra, AU @ Foreshore Festival
03 Dec 2011 – Sydney, AU @ Homebake / The Domain
29 Dec 2011 –Gisborne, NZ – Rhythm & Vines Festival
22 Jan 2012 – Gold Coast, AU @ Big Day Out / Gold Coast Parklands
26 Jan 2012 – Sydney, AU @ Big Day Out / Sydney Showground
29 Jan 2012 – Melbourne, AU @ Big Day Out / Flemington Racecourse
03 Feb 2012 – Adelaide, AU @ Big Day Out / Adelaide Showground
05 Feb 2012 – Perth, AU @ Big Day Out / Claremont Showground

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New Music: Phenomenal Handclap Band – “Following”

On the heels of their US tour opening for the legendary Bryan Ferry, The Phenomenal Handclap Band have released “Following” – the first single off their forthcoming new album, Form & Control, out January 31st via Tummy Touch Records. The track finds the group taking the next step forward from the cosmic disco-funk and international, psychedelic soul of their critically acclaimed debut album.

The band will also be making their triumphant return to their hometown of New York on November 23rd to headline a show at Hiro Ballroom for Tummy Touch Records’ 15th year anniversary.  They will perform along with Horse Meat Disco and Bing Ji Ling, and the night will include DJ sets by Tummy Touch founder Tim “Love” Lee and other special guests.

“Following” was written in NYC while dancing at David Mancuso‘s legendary Loft Party and inspired by the sounds of Human League, Chic and Fern Kinney.   Sean Marquand, writer and co-producer of the song, recalls:  “At a truly great dance party, there is a moment when you can feel a certain energy take off in the room.  You can look around and see that everyone is in to the exact same thing at the exact same moment, it’s a unifying force.  The song is directed toward all of those who might want to join that moment and experience the same spirit.”

Stream/download: Phenomenal Handclap Band – “Following”

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Free Download: Misfits – “Twilight of the Dead”

Punk rock legends the Misfits have released The Devil’s Rain, the band’s first album in nearly a decade!  It was produced by Ed Stasium, who’s credits include the Ramones’ Road to Ruin and Too Tough to Die, as well as the Misfits’ 1999 release Famous Monsters.  Celebrating the occasion, they’ve release a free mp3 for one of the album’s tracks, “Twilight of the Dead.”

The Devil’s Rain packaging is designed to emulate a CD sized gatefold LP, featuring some incredible new Misfits portraits shot by the iconic Mick Rock.  It also showcases a jaw-dropping, two-panel front/back cover painting featuring the rebirth of the band’s iconic “Fiend” mascot in an epic setting rendered by Arthur Suydam (known for his immensely popular work on the Marvel Zombies series, among others).

The band’s current lineup – consisting of founding member Jerry Only on vocals/bass, Black Flag alum Dez Cadena, and drummer Eric “Chupacabra” Arce – just kicked off an extensive US tour.  For both fans of their classics and newcomers discovering the band for the very first time, The Devil’s Rain embodies the ferocity and melody that have made the Misfits omnipresent and immortal.  One thing is certain, The Misfits are here to stay and every day is Halloween.

Download: Misfits – “Twilight of the Dead”

Misfits Tour Dates:
(All dates w/JuiceheaD as direct support except *)

10/04:  W. HOLLYWOOD, CA @ HOUSE OF BLUES
10/05:  TUCSON, AZ @ THE RIALTO THEATRE
10/06:  LAS VEGAS, NV @ HOUSE OF BLUES
10/07:  SCOTTSDALE, AZ @ THE VENUE OF SCOTTSDALE
10/08:  ALBUQUERQUE, NM @ HISTORIC EL REY THEATER
10/09:  DENVER, CO @ SUMMIT MUSIC HALL
10/10:  ASPEN, CO @ BELLY UP
10/14:  POUGHKEEPSIE, NY @ THE CHANCE
10/15:  AUBURN, ME @ CLUB TEXAS
10/16:  DANVERS, MA @ THE PALACE BALLROOM
10/18:  ASHEVILLE, NC @ THE ORANGE PEEL
10/19:  MURFREESBORO, TN @ GILLIGAN’S
10/20:  NEWPORT, KY @ THE HISTORIC SOUTHGATE HOUSE
10/21:  CLEVELAND, OH @ PEABODY’S
10/22:  DETROIT, MI @ HARPOS
10/23:  JOLIET, IL @ MOJOE’S
10/25:  ROCHESTER, NEW YORK @ MONTAGE MUSIC HALL
10/26:  TORONTO, ON @ PHOENIX CONCERT THEATRE
10/28:  SAYREVILLE, NJ @ STARLAND BALLROOM
10/29:  TOLEDO, OH @ THE OMNI
10/31:  NEW YORK, NY@ B.B. KINGS
11/03:  TOWSON, MD @ RECHER THEATRE
11/04:  ALLENTOWN, PA @ CROCODILE ROCK
11/05:  CLIFTON PARK, NY @ NORTHERN LIGHTS
11/06:  SPRINGFIELD, VA @ JAXX
11/07:  RICHMOND, VA @ ALLEY KATZ
11/09:  MOBILE, AL @ SOUL KITCHEN MUSIC HALL*
11/10:  HOUSTON, TX @ STEREO LIVE
11/11:  OKLAHOMA CITY, OK @ THE ROXY
11/12:  SAN ANTONIO, TX @ BACKSTAGE LIVE OUTDOORS
11/14:  DALLAS, TX @ TREES
11/17:  ORLANDO, FL @ FIRESTONE LIVE
11/18:  FT. LAUDERDALE, FL @ CULTURE ROOM
11/19:  DAYTONA BEACH, FL @ SICKBOYS
11/20:  PENSACOLA, FL @ VINYL MUSIC HALL

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Matt Nathanson – Video & Tour Dates

My bff and I hanging with Matt at a private concert in the Palms in Las Vegas

As his single “Faster” swiftly climbs the radio charts, Matt Nathanson has launched his “All Night Noise” headlining tour. Kicking off this past Sunday night in New Orleans, the tour will take Matt across the country for a 6-week run. Fans will have the opportunity to keep in touch with Matt in each city through Tout, a social media technology company with a multi-platform approach to social video, enabling users to easily and quickly capture real-time video status updates via smartphone or webcam that can be shared instantly. Matt will be utilizing Tout’s unique capabilities to share videos with fans from the road. Matt is the first musician to utilize the technology while on tour, offering his fans a truly unique interactive experience behind the scenes. Matt is encouraging his fans to Tout from the shows they attend and tag their moments with #AllNightNoise so they can all share in the experience. Visit Matt on Tout here.

Matt recently wrapped a U.S. tour with Maroon 5 and Train, which culminated with a performance of single “Faster” on Conan. This summer Matt has also appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Lopez Tonight, Fox & Friends and Good Day New York.

All Night Noise Tour Dates:
9/28     Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
9/30     New York, NY @ Terminal Five
10/1     Philadelphia, PA @ Electric Factory
10/2     Pittsburgh, PA @ Diesel
10/4     Buffalo, NY @ Town Ballroom
10/6     Toronto, ON @ The Opera House
10/8     Boston, MA @ House of Blues
10/8     Boston, MA @ Newbury Comics (Faneuil Hall Marketplace In-Store Performance & Signing)
10/11   Columbus, OH @ Newport Music Hall
10/12   Pontiac, MI @ Clutch Cargo
10/14   Madison, WI @ The Capitol Theatre
10/15   Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre
10/18   St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
10/20   Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
10/21   Salt Lake City, UT @ Club Sound
10/22   Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory
10/23   Portland, OR @ Music Millennium (In-Store Performance & Signing)
10/23   Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom
10/25   Vancouver, BC @ Venue OR Commodore
10/28   Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades
10/29   Los Angeles, CA @ Wiltern
10/30   San Diego, CA @ House of Blues
10/31   Phoenix, AZ @ Marquee
11/2     Austin, TX @ La Zona Rosa
11/4     Birmingham, AL @ The Backroom @ Workplay
11/5     Nashville, TN @ The Cannery Ballroom

Matt Nathanson’s new album Modern Love comes on the heels of 2007’s break-out success Some Mad Hope, which catapulted the San Francisco-based Nathanson from darling of the touring circuit with a devoted cult following to a bonafide hit maker and one of the premiere songwriters on the music scene today. Known for his legendary live shows that are both wildly funny and emotionally provocative, Nathanson took a year off the road to record Modern Love – the first break he has taken from touring in his 15 year career. The success of Some Mad Hope and “Come On Get Higher” gave Nathanson a sense of accomplishment and confidence that allowed him to take a new approach to Modern Love, taking bigger risks and diving deeper into his vast array of musical influences. The writing process started by exploring songs that were more physical and groove-based, drawing from influences such as Depeche Mode, ACDC and Talking Heads. By the time the eleven songs, written and produced with his longtime collaborator Mark Weinberg, were completed, Nathanson was marveling at the new territory they had covered. From the “Depeche Mode groove” in “Mercy (Less Drowning, More Land)” to the ecstatic opening track and first single “Faster,” to the soaring “Run,” which features Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush, Modern Love is a luminous and bold departure.

 

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New Music: The Asteroids Galaxy Tour – “Major”

Brandishing a signature sound that infuses indie-pop with neo-psychedelia, dance and retro-futuristic soul, The Asteroids Galaxy Tour never fail to produce addictive tunes that never sacrifice imagination. They deliver yet another unforgettable anthem with “Heart Attack” with its instantly memorable melody and a caffeinated beat guaranteed to invade dance floors. The slinky “Major” will seduce you with its 70’s blaxploitation-esque horn stabs and edgy vocals that are the perfect balance of commanding and sweet. Title track “Out Of Frequency” highlights the soulful side of the band with its smoky nostalgic atmosphere and  “Fantasy Friend Forever” has all the elements of an ecstatic psych-pop explosion with it’s thumpin’ beat and addictive hooks, making it nearly impossible for listeners not to get out of their seats.

Check out the MP3 for album track “Major” which premiered with MTV Hive and is also available as a free download on the band’s website. Along with offering the new track, fans can ‘share’ on Facebook and Twitter to reveal the new Out Of Frequency album artwork. Each tweet or share will slowly layer the album artwork until it is fully revealed. Once the artwork is unlocked, new content from Out Of Frequency will become available.

The band was first put on the map when its song “Around The Bend” was featured in a popular iPod Touch ad in 2008, launching The Asteroids Galaxy Tour’s career worldwide. Additional tracks from the band’s debut album Fruit also appeared on hit television shows such as Gossip Girl, Vampire Diaries and CSI: Miami. Most recently, The Asteroids’ latest single “The Golden Age” was chosen by Heineken for use in a global 2011 campaign.

The band is now gearing up to release its second album, Out Of Frequency, January 31, 2012 on BMG Rights.

The Asteroids Galaxy Tour Live Dates
10/01: Albany, NY @ Jillian’s
10/04: New York, NY @ Bowery Ballroom – SOLD OUT
10/05: Chicago, IL @ Schubas Tavern – SOLD OUT
10/07: Los Angeles, CA @ Echoplex (Filter Culture Collide Festival)
10/09: Los Angeles, CA @ Block Party (Filter Culture Collide Festival)
10/12: Portland, OR @ Crystal Palace (KNRK Radio Show)

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New Video: Theophilus London – “I Stand Alone”

Theophilus remains a busy man. He’s currently on the road with Big Boi in Australia. When he gets back, he’ll be performing and DJ’ing all over NYC’s Fashion Week and at Austin City Limits, then heads off for a short tour of South Africa and a few dates in France, including a week long “album of the week” engagement with Canal +. In October, he tours the US with Friendly Fires.

 On September 13th on The CW, Theophilus London will be perform “I Stand Alone” on the season premiere of 90210. He’ll be featured in the October issue of GQ and the November issue of Vogue. Theophilus is representing his hometown on the cover of the Fall issue of Brooklyn Magazine and will also appear on the cover of the next issue of reputable hip-hop lifestyle magazine Wax Poetics.

 Back on August 20th in Austin, Theophilus London kicked off Dell and Intel’s Special Engagements, a new global concert series on Noisey.com. This once in a life time show was beamed to fans live around the world. Leading up to the event fans took to Facebook and Twitter to call the shots, including voting on a never-before-released remix Theophilus would premiere during his set. The winner was “I Stand Alone (Gigamesh Sunlight Remix).” To watch the Director’s Cut of Special Engagements with Theophilus London go to: http://www.Noisey.com/SpecialEngagements

 Upcoming Tour Dates:

09/12 – Boston, MA @ House Of Blues (w/Lupe Fiasco)

09/16 – Austin, TX @ Austin City Limits (12:3pm set time)

09/16 – Austin, TX @ Emo’s Outside w/Twin Shadow (Official ACL Afterparty)

09/21 – Johannesburg, RSA @ Alex Theatre

09/24 – Johannesburg, RSA @ The Gearbox

09/30 – Marseille, FRA @ Festival Marsatac

10/03 – Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club (Headlining)

* = w/Friendly Fires

10/07 – Atlanta, GA @ The Loft *

10/08 – Orlando, FL @ The Social *

10/11 – Austin, TX @ La Zona Rosa *

10/12 – Dallas, TX @ Granada Theatre *

10/14 – Tempe, AZ @ The Clubhouse *

10/15 – Los Angeles, CA @ Club Nokia *

10/17 – Portland, OR @ Doug Fir Lounge (Headlining)

10/18 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom *

10/19 – Seattle, WA @ Neptune *

10/20 – San Francisco, CA @ Rickashaw Shop (Popscene)

10/21 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge (Headlining)

10/22 – Chicago, IL @ Metro *

10/23 – Toronto, ON @ Phoenix Concert Theatre *

10/25 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer *

10/26 – New York, NY @ Terminal 5 *

10/27 – Boston, MA @ Paradise *

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New Music: Caveman

After revealing tracks with Fader and Pitchfork, the rising New York band Caveman exclusively premiered two new tracks with Stereogum and Nylon MagazineStereogum calls Caveman’s “Decide”  “breezy, infectious folk-pop / Heavy Rotation” and Nylon Magazine described the luscious “Easy Water” as follows: “newcomers Caveman, the Brooklyn band that’s gaining massive buzz despite the fact that the group is only a little more than a year old. With lullaby vocals and woozy melodies.”

  • Download “Decide” HERE
  • Download “Easy Water” HERE

Mark your calendars for more new track premieres: “A Country’s King of Dreams”via MTV Hive on 8/31 and “My Room” via Rolling Stone on 9/5.

Opening with “A Country’s King of Dreams,” the band explores honey-sweet, country-tinged vocal melodies over tribal drumming. “My Time” is a slow-building pop gem, with lead singer Matthew Iwanusa’s vocals weaving in and out of band’s backing vocals. Caveman’s lush four-part harmonies, spaced-out guitars, and inventive percussion come together perfectly on the tracks “Easy Water” and “My Room.”

The band puts on a must-see live show; as you can read in this amazing Consequence of Sound live review HERE from the Chicago show last week (and I will be going to see on Thursday 9/1). Currently on tour with The War on Drugs, they’ll be back in New York for their digital album release show at the Mercury Lounge on Thursday, September 15th.

In honor of the New York five-piece’s debut release, Pitchfork revealed another stand out track from Caveman’s debut CoCo Beware “Thankful” HERE. The band has already made “Old Friend” (my favorite!) available as a free download, premiering the track with Fader Magazine. Click HERE to hear the track.

Caveman is:
Matthew Iwanusa (lead vocals, guitar, drums)
Jimmy “Cobra” Carbonetti (guitar)
Stefan Marolachakis (drums, vocals)
Sam Hopkins (synthesizer, vocals)
Jeff Berrall (bass, vocals)

Upcoming Caveman Dates:
* w/ The War On Drugs
08/30 – St. Louis, MO @ The Biliken Club *
08/31 – Lexington-Fayette, KY @ Cosmic Charlie’s *
09/01 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Club Cafe *
09/02 – Washington, DC @ The Red Place *
09/15 – New York, NY @ Mercury Lounge (Digital Album Release)

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New Video: VHS or Beta – “Breaking Bones”

VHS or Beta’s upcoming album, Diamonds & Death, is a journey full of thrilling moments and unexpected turns. The album’s electronic foundation is a byproduct of the many nights VHS OR BETA DJs have manned the decks and remixes they have done in the last few years. The self-produced album travels spectacular heights to gut-wrenching plunges and is an emotional rollercoaster. The songs unfold and mutate in unpredictable ways that will transfix dance floors and bedrooms alike. Diamonds & Death will be released September 27 on Krian Music Group/Chromosome Records.

The “Breaking Bones” MP3 was released a few weeks ago and now the band has revealed the stylishly colorful and slightly risqué new video for the track. With a skittering beat, keyboards stabs and a transfixing vocal melody, “Breaking Bones” immediately submerges you into the album and explodes into a guitar-fueled chorus.

Title track “Diamonds & Death” transforms from a minimal synth track into a dance floor behemoth. “I Found a Reason” is a pulsating summer anthem with a soaring refrain built on a foundation of rubbery bass, swooning synth and housey piano chords. Diamonds & Death is an unpredictable journey full of breathtaking epic song-scapes.

The two main creative engines behind VHS OR BETA’s decade-long career, Craig Pfunder and Mark Palgy, relocated to Brooklyn from Louisville over the last two years. Be sure to catch them live on a national tour with Ladytron if you’re able!

VHS or Beta Tour Dates
* = w/Ladytron

8/25: New York, NY @ The Studio at Webster Hall
10/4: Chicago, IL @ The Vic *
10/5: Toronto, ON @ Phoenix *
10/6: Montreal, QC @ Telus *
10/7: Boston, MA @ Paradise *
10/8: Philadelphia, PA @ TLA *
10/11: Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club *
10/13: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade *
10/15: Miami, FL @ Grand Central *

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Newest Love: ANR

Click image to go listen to "It's Around You" and "Blood on Blood"

On August 29th, apocalyptic synth-pop purveyors ANR will release the 7” single for “It’s Around You” on Neon Gold Records (Passion Pit, Marina & The Diamonds, Ellie Goulding).  The duo are also sharing the single’s B-Side, “Blood On Blood,” a frantic rave-up complementing the slow-building majesty of the A-Side.  Click HERE to purchase the 7” and click HERE to head over to Neon Gold’s general record shop.

For “Blood On Blood” the gents of ANR enlisted the golden touch of Ben Allen (Animal Collective, Deerhunter, Gnarls Barkley) to mix the song.  The result is an anthemic track armed with the group’s trademark quirky pop hooks and psychedelic sonics.

North American Tour Dates:

08/25:  Washington, DC @ U Street Music Hall
08/29:  Philadelphia, PA  @ Kung-Fu Necktie
08/30: New York, NY  @ Milk Studios
08/31:  New York, NY  @ Mercury Lounge
09/01:  Boston, MA  @ Brighton Music Hall
09/02:  Montreal, QC  @ Casa Del Popolo
09/03:  Toronto, ONT  @ The Drake
09/05: Detroit, MI  @ Lager House
09/06: Grand Rapids, MI  @ Pyramid Scheme
09/07: Chicago, IL  @ Empty Bottle
09/09: Urbana, IL  @ Canopy Club
09/10: Minneapolis, MN  @ 7th Street Entry
09/12:  Seattle, WA  @ Crocodile Lounge
09/13:  Portland, OR  @ Doug Fir
09/15: San Francisco, CA  @ Bottom Of The Hill
09/16: Fresno, CA  @ Audie’s Olympic
09/17: Los Angeles, CA  @ The Satellite
09/20: San Diego, CA  @ Soda Bar

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Free Download: CSS – “Hits Me Like a Rock” (Depressed Buttons Remix)

CSS’ infectious, tropical-flavored single “Hits Me Like a Rock” (featuring Primal Scream’s Bobby Gillespie) has become a summer favorite, perfect for both backyard barbeques and all night dance parties.  Now, the track has gotten the remix treatment from Depressed Buttons, a new outfit consisting of three members of The Faint, who are signed to Diplo’s Mad Decent label.  CSS will kick off their North American tour this fall, and the Brazilian crew will release their new album La Liberacion on August 22nd through V2/Cooperative Music USA/DowntownRecords.

Listen/download: CSS – “Hits Me Like a Rock” (Depressed Buttons Remix)

CSS Tour Dates:

10/1:  Vancouver, BC @ Vogue
10/2:  Portland, OR @ Wonder Ballroom
10/4:  Seattle, WA @ Neptune
10/6:  San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
10/8:  Los Angeles, CA @ Echoplex
10/9:  Los Angeles, CA @ Filter Culture Collide Festival
10/13:  Denver, CO @ Bluebird
10/15:  Mexico City, Mexico @ Curva 4 Race Track at Foro Sol
10/17:  Minneapolis, MN @ First Ave
10/21:  Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
10/22:  New York, NY @ Webster Hall
10/23:  Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club
10/24:  Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
10/26:  Athens, GA @ 40 Watt Club
10/28:  Dallas, TX @ House of Blues
10/29:  Houston, TX @ House of Blues
10/30:  Austin, TX @ La Zona Rosa

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