By Hal Horowitz

Longtime fans of Evansville, Indiana’s the Cold Stares might be confused by the title of the once-duo/now trio’s new album. Promotional notes advise us that ‘Texas,’ out May 1, 2026, was created after touring extensively in that state, looking to capture its essence in their music. They recorded these eleven songs in Austin at the mostly analog Bud’s Recording Services, further cementing the Lone Star connection.

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