The Cover is Creepy, But I'm Willing to Give it a Shot 'Cuz of Neil Tennant

This May 15th, Geffen Records will issue Rufus Wainwright’s new album, Release the Stars, his latest work since 2004’s critically acclaimed Want Two (Geffen). The album introduces a new collection by Wainwright whom New Music Express hails as “the best songwriter of his generation.” In an effort to continue creating pieces that the Los Angeles Times calls “demanding and artful,” the album features 12 songs that touch on personal, political, and social issues. This is Wainwright’s fifth studio album and his first self-produced effort.

Executive produced by Neil Tennant (Pet Shop Boys), the album features several guest artists including: Richard Thompson, Joan Wasser and acclaimed stage and screen actress Siân Phillips. The album was mixed by Marius DeVries (David Bowie, Bjork, Madonna).

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