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Broken Social Scene Unveils New Covers Album Honoring Classic Record

Canadian indie rockers Broken Social Scene have officially revealed plans for a new covers album that pays homage to their critically acclaimed 2003 release, You Forgot It in People. The album, titled Anthems: A Celebration of Broken Social Scene’s You Forgot It in People, is set for release on June 6, via Arts & Crafts. This exciting new project features contributions from a diverse array of artists, including Toro y Moi, Mdou Moctar, and the Weather Station, all reinterpreting tracks from the original album.

The first single from the covers collection is a collaborative rendition of the song “Anthems for a Seventeen Year-Old Girl” by Maggie Rogers and Sylvan Esso. Fans can enjoy this rendition now.

Reflecting on the significance of the song, Rogers expressed, “’Anthems’ is one of those tracks that truly transformed my life. Its lyrical repetition serves as a mantra, illuminating the idea that music can be a meditation. I’ve always admired Broken Social Scene, and collaborating with my friends Nick and Amelia from Sylvan Esso in covering it was a joyous experience.”

Sylvan Esso echoed her sentiments, stating, “Covering this beautiful song with Maggie was a delight. We all have cherished memories associated with this record, so being invited to reinterpret ‘Anthems…’ was a true honor, resulting in a wonderful experience.”

The announcement of the covers album follows the band’s recent celebration of the 20th anniversary of You Forgot It in People, during which they performed the album in its entirety on a North American tour. Notably, during one performance, the legendary Meryl Streep and comedian Tracey Ullman joined the band on stage in New York, further expanding the list of notable artists who have covered “Anthems for a Seventeen Year-Old Girl.”

Adding to their narrative, the band was featured in a documentary titled It’s All Gonna Break, directed by Stephen Chung, which made its debut at the Woodstock Film Festival last year. The film explores the early days of Broken Social Scene and chronicles the creation of their first three albums, encapsulating their journey in music.

For further insights, revisit Ryan Dombal’s in-depth interview, “Broken Social Scene Are (Somehow) Still Friends After All These Years.”

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