SPILL NEW MUSIC: THE AFGHAN WHIGS RELEASE TWO NEW TRACKS “FAKE LIKE” + “DOWNTOWN”

THE AFGHAN WHIGS RELEASE TWO NEW TRACKS “FAKE LIKE” + “DOWNTOWN”

ROYAL CREAM/BMG

The Afghan Whigs return with two new tracks released today via Royal Cream/BMG, both covers, yet tailor-made for classic Whigs treatment. “Fake Like,” originally recorded by Minneapolis-based indie band Poliça and “Downtown,” originally by UK-based band Still Corners, both showcase Dulli’s vocal strength and dramatic leanings and find the band in fine form: anthemic, and pushing the boundaries of their own sound.

Says Greg Dulli of the tracks, “Both of these songs were born out of soundcheck jams. Each song holds a particular resonance for me and I really felt the lyrics, so they both flowed freely and felt good to sing.”

Both songs will be available for streaming worldwide beginning today on all major DSP services. A limited edition 45 single has been created as well and will be sold by Cincinnati’s own Shake It Records. Listen below or HERE // Pre-order limited edition vinyl HERE.

This is the first new music from The Afghan Whigs since the release of their 2022 album How Do You Burn?.

Next year, 2026, marks the 40th anniversary of The Afghan Whigs. Many plans are in the works for the band already and will be announced in the new year.

The Afghan Whigs
[Singles]
(Royal Cream/BMG)
Release Date: December 10, 2025

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