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Following the recent release of PUJOL‘s highly anticipated debut full-length album, UNITED STATES OF BEING, on Saddle Creek, Nashville’s proclaimed “philosopher king” is hitting the road this fall for a North American tour. Prolific frontman Daniel Pujol crafts catchy rock and roll anthems with lyrics that are highly intellectual, politically-driven poetry. Rolling Stone described the new record as “scuzzy, catchy tracks that combine youthful energy with lyrical precociousness.”

PUJOL’s live show has quickly gained an explosive reputation, one that Jack White described as “highly energetic” and Spinner deemed “a fiery performance”. The upcoming dates are sure to be filled with the same powerful stage presence and delivery that has built a loyal fanbase for the charismatic young songwriter. Check out the current run of tour dates below and mark your calendars, this show is not one to be missed.

PUJOL arose

from the ashes of MEEMAW in 2009 to carry on the Nashvillian ideals of DIY and self construction through adeptly crafted songs based firmly in meaningful lyrical content. It’s these motives and songs that have taken PUJOL from the basements of Middle Tennessee to stages across the country and have garnered notice from more than just those with their ear to the ground.

Releasing a plethora of singles and cassettes over the past two years on Jack White’s Third Man Records, Nashville’s Infinity Cat Recordings and Turbo Time Records among others, PUJOL has now partnered with Omaha’s Saddle Creek. Following the critically praised Nasty, Brutish, and Short EP from last year, PUJOL finally has an official debut full-length ready for unveiling. UNITED STATES OF BEING continues on with PUJOL’s doctrine of trying hard everyday and ventures lyrically to a place that most contemporaries fail to reach. Addressing the current status of twenty-somethings in America’s present and capturing their shared dispositions, the album throws the brakes on “catharsis,” and begs the listener to decide for themselves how to answer the robot’s last question, “What is love?” With riff-oriented guitar playing reminiscent of greats like The Replacements and Beetlejuice-esque earworms, PUJOL now sits atop the fringes of the rock and roll and DIY vernacular.

Whether this strange world chooses to embrace PUJOL is of no matter, as the prolific frontman will continue to carry on as always – Taking Care of Business 24/7. The adrenalized, infectious debut full-length, UNITED STATES OF BEING, is out now on Saddle Creek.

Upcoming Tour Dates

08/25 – Mercy Lounge – Nashville, TN
08/31 – Hangar 9 – Carbondale, IL
09/01 – Ace Bar – Chicago, IL
09/06 – Club Dada – Dallas, TX
09/07 – Stubb’s BBQ – Austin, TX
09/08 – Old No. 2 – Laredo, TX
09/18 – Georgia Theatre – Athens, GA
09/19 – Sky City – Augusta, GA
09/29 – Starry Nights Festival – Bowling Green, KY
10/03 – 529 – Atlanta, GA
10/04 – Bottletree – Birmingham, AL
10/05 – JJ’s Bohemia – Chattanooga, TN
10/06 – SoundLand Music Festival – Nashville, TN
10/10 – North Star Bar – Philadelphia, PA
10/11 – Mercury Lounge – New York, NY
10/14 – TT The Bear’s – Cambridge, MA