Our CMJ Picks for Day 1, Oct. 18

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It’s about to be that time of year again, when NYC is completely immersed in music for five days straight for the CMJ Festival. There are films too, but the amount of music takes ultimate precedence. With almost 900 bands announced, it’s quite difficult to decide who to see. We at BestNewBands.com are here to

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Jens Lekman: The same as hallelujah

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Swedish singer/songwriter Jens Lekman is a music staple back in his hometown of Gothenburg. With his deep, rich vocals stunningly reminiscent of Morrissey, to his witty and romantic lyrics of lost loves and straight-up randomness (“His mom had once been attacked by a dog, so a pig was the closest thing he could get.  This

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