Cigarettes After Sex Announce X’s LP and World Tour

Indie band Cigarettes After Sex has revealed their latest LP entitled X's, set for release on July 12, accompanied by a world tour that includes stops at iconic venues.

The upcoming album, X’s, delves into bandleader Greg Gonzalez‘s personal experiences in a four-year relationship, capturing the raw emotions and intimate moments that defined the romance.

Gonzalez shares his creative process, shifting influences from ’50s and ’60s to a ’70s/’80s slow dance vibe, evident in the new record’s sound.

Today marks the debut of their single ‘Tejano Blue,’ a blend of Gonzalez’s Texan roots and musical inspirations like Selena and Cocteau Twins.

Reflecting on his Texas upbringing and subsequent move to NYC, Gonzalez found a fusion of sounds that resonated deeply with him, shaping the band’s evolving musical direction.

Cigarettes After Sex’s world tour kicks off this Fall, with tickets available for fans through Ticketmaster, emphasizing face value exchanges and mobile-only transactions.

The band’s tour spans across North America, Europe, Asia, South Africa, and Australia/New Zealand, covering a wide array of venues and locations.

With X’s, Cigarettes After Sex returns to the themes of love and loss that have characterized their previous works, offering a heartfelt exploration of personal experiences.

From intimate recording settings in El Paso and Brooklyn to the Hollywood Hills, the band’s journey has been one of musical and personal growth, culminating in their latest LP.

The record’s title track ‘X’s’ draws inspiration from iconic imagery, while tracks like ‘Dreams From Bunker Hill’ and ‘Ambien Slide’ delve into the complexities of relationships and heartbreak.

Cigarettes After Sex’s musical evolution continues to captivate audiences, with a dedicated fan base and a growing global presence in the music industry.