Been working on this one for awhile and I'm quite happy to kick off summer with the news: yk Records will be releasing We Are Really Rocking Now, Haven't We? - a Best Of compilation from The Privates.

If you are not familiar, The Privates were a Nashville band from 2003 to 2010; releasing two albums and two EPs in that time. The band was comprised of Dave Paulson, Ryan Norris, Rollum Haas and Keith Lowen - all members of other bands around town (The Pink Spiders, Lambchop, The Features, De Novo Dahl - respectively). They didn't play out too often but, when they did, it was beloved.

Personally speaking, I've listened to their four releases countless times. Their work was always just the right balance of upbeat energy with melancholy introspection. Tongue-in-cheek lyrics with truly pained longing. Always a good mix.

Two new songs were recorded by the band and the previously released tracks were remastered. It sounds great, even if you're unfamiliar with the band.

I've got more to say about the album art but, for now, just go pre-order the LP. We'll be unleashing new music from it soon enough!