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Hamilton Leithauser's 8-Year Journey: New Album Released!

3/7/2025

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Brooklyn's own Hamilton Leithauser unveils his long-awaited album *This Side of the Island*, a labor of love eight years in the making. Co-produced with his wife and enriched by Aaron Dessner's distinctive instrumentation, the album features standout tracks like “Fist of Flowers” and “Knockin’ Heart,” weaving personal stories into captivating melodies that strike a chord with fans across the country.

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Brooklyn's own Hamilton Leithauser unveils his long-awaited album *This Side of the Island*, a labor of love eight years in the making. Co-produced with his wife and enriched by Aaron Dessner's distinctive instrumentation, the album features standout tracks like “Fist of Flowers” and “Knockin’ Heart,” weaving personal stories into captivating melodies that strike a chord with fans across the country.