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Car Seat Headrest Returns with New Album and Tour!

3/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Car Seat Headrest is set to make a triumphant return with their first studio album in five years, *The Scholars*, launching on May 2 through Matador Records. This captivating album weaves a narrative around Parnassus University and its intriguing characters. Fans can look forward to the epic lead single, "Gethsemane," a mesmerizing 11-minute journey, as the band embarks on a U.S. tour starting in May.

History

Historical Context

Car Seat Headrest's upcoming album, *The Scholars*, reflects a long tradition of narrative-driven music, akin to the concept of storytelling in albums from the 1970s, like Pink Floyd's *The Wall*. This trend emphasizes character and thematic exploration, which resonates with contemporary audiences seeking deeper connections through music, similar to how literary narratives have evolved in modern literature.

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Story summary

Car Seat Headrest is set to make a triumphant return with their first studio album in five years, *The Scholars*, launching on May 2 through Matador Records. This captivating album weaves a narrative around Parnassus University and its intriguing characters. Fans can look forward to the epic lead single, "Gethsemane," a mesmerizing 11-minute journey, as the band embarks on a U.S. tour starting in May.

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