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Jesse Lacey, singer of the Long Island-born band Brand New, performs in 2007. The singer apologized for past episodes of sexual misconduct in a statement over the weekend. Tim Mosenfelder/Getty Images hide caption

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The Record

Brand New Frontman Jesse Lacey Apologizes For Sexual Misconduct, Postpones Tour

November 13, 2017 • Following accusations of sexual misconduct last week, the singer issued a blanket apology for his behavior, while his band postponed a U.K. tour.

New Mix: Björk, Neil Young, Burial, Kelela, More

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All Songs Considered

New Mix: Björk, Neil Young, Burial, Kelela, More

September 19, 2017 • This week's essential new music includes a breathtaking sonic wonder from Björk, a moody breakup song from Kelela, solo acoustic music from Neil Young and more.

New Mix: Björk, Neil Young, Burial, Kelela, More

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Brand New's surprise-dropped fifth album, Science Fiction, is its first in eight years. Brandon Sloter/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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All Songs Considered

Brand New, Again: 'Science Fiction' Is A Self-Revival

August 26, 2017 • Emo has its survivors, but few can command attention the way Brand New has in eight years without an album. The band's surprise return with Science Fiction comes, characteristically, on its own terms.