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Necktie Optional episode 6 (5/28/2026)

Episode 6 introduces new tracks from Liana Warren, Sakai, and Hovvdy alongside with some deep dives into the proverbial dusty record bins — Andrew Bird, Beach House, Sufjan Stevens, Gogol Bordello, and Black Country New Road among the highlights. Handpicked, as always. Neckties remain optional.

The Linda Lindas | All In My Head

Nada Surf | In Front of Me Now

Treasvre | Cherry Red

The Vaccines | Love To Walk Away

Andrew Bird | Make a Picture

Gogol Bordello | Pala Tute

Everything Everything | Cough Cough

Stars | Death to Death

Iron & Wine | Woman King

Liana Warren | Chance Encounter

Kacie Jewel…

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