Australia’s resident shining singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett has shared a new song “Small Talk.” The single, recorded during the sessions for her latest album Tell Me How You Really Feel, appears on the upcoming box set compilation 10 Years of Mom + Pop (out Nov. 23). The box set ncelebrates the tenth anniversary of the New York City label and features covers, rarities, and “greatest hits” from artists on their roster such as Neon Indian, Sleigh Bells, and Tom Morello.
“Small Talk” falls in the rarities portion of the album. Barnett tweeted this about the song: “It was tracked live n i had only just shown it to the band so you can hear me calling out changes n making up a few lyrics on the spot. it’s OUT NOW hope u like it xo.”
Tell Me How You Really Feel was released in May. Catch her at the Paramount Theatre next Monday, October 8. Barnett will also perform an in-studio performance on KEXP earlier in the day at 12 PM PT. Below, listen to “Small Talk” and watch Barnett’s KEXP in-studio performance with Kurt Vile from earlier this year.
KEXP catches up with the Australian songwriter about her new album ahead of her in-studio performance on Oct. 8 at 12 PM PT.
Courtney Barnett stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! to play two songs off her new album Tell Me How You Really Feel
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