The weekend is here, and as far as we are concerned there is no better way to end the work week than with a new soundtrack that can keep you entertained until Monday shows its ugly face once more.

Today, it gives us great pleasure to partner with our friends at Near Mint Records for the world premiere of “The Life And Lies Of Jimmy Fries” by anna sage. The track is the first to be released off Fear Mint Vol. 1, an upcoming split the band is releasing through the label with fellow fast-rising buzz band Brick Top. As this is the inaugural volume, the label’s hope is that this is the first entry in what will become a welcome tradition from Near Mint and their artists. You can stream the song below:

“The Life And Lies Of Jimmy Fries” is the first material from anna sage. since the release of their debut EP, Songs About _________, which received a limited cassette pressing courtesy of Little League Records.

As for Fear Mint Vol. 1, it is receiving a limited cassette pressing in continuing with Near Mint’s short discography on the format. The breakdown of variants and exclusive purchase locations is available below:

31 Ghost (Clear with Clear Liner / Black Ink) [Near Mint webstore exclusive]
15 Monster (Green Solid / Black Ink) [anna sage. exclusive]
15 Jack-o’-Lantern (Orange / Black Ink) [Brick Top exclusive]
1 Fog (Smoky Tint / Black Ink) [Randomly inserted in Near Mint mail orders]

You can pre-order Near Mint’s variant via their official webstore. Fear Mint Vol. 1 is also available for digital pre-order via Limited Run or the label’s Bandcamp. The digital version includes a bonus track not available on the cassette.

The track list for Fear Mint Vol. 1 is as follows:

anna sage. – “The Life and Lies of Jimmy Fries”
anna sage. – “Dude, Man, Bro” (Acoustic)
Brick Top – “Model Home”
Brick Top – “Jack-o’-Lantern” (Acoustic)

We know Near Mint is a new label, but they have quickly found a place in our hearts and we believe they will win you over as well. Take a chance on the unknown and support this release. Young labels need your love in order to thrive.

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James Shotwell is the founder of Under The Gun Review. He loves writing about music and movies almost as much as he loves his two fat cats. He's also the co-founder of Antique Records and the Marketing Coordinator for Haulix. You should probably follow him on Twitter.

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