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 Dope Walker debut announced

Posted by Loren on June 21, 2020

Dope Walker debut announced
Dope Walker - Save Save

Based in Minneapolis, MN and featuring a number of musicians who are recognized for their work elsewhere, Dope Walker has announced a debut album called Save Save. The band features Aaron “Lazerbeak” Mader and Jeff Allen from The Plastic Constellations (TPC), William Elliott Whitmore, Joel Anderson (Ten Grand), and Mike Schulte (Brian Jones/The Pork Tornadoes).

The band plays indie rock inspired tunes such as lead single "“I Just Love Getting Older” (video below). Save Save releases on July 17 on Modern Radio Record Label.

Dope Walker debut announced
Dope Walker - Save Save

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