Listen: New Fleet Foxes – “Helplessness Blues”

Even more great news/tunes this morning: On May 3, Fleet Foxes will release their second album, Helplessness Blues, via Sub Pop/Bella Union, followed by a U.S./European tour. Enjoy our first listen to the gorgeous title track above, preview the artwork to the left, and download a free MP3 by clicking the SoundCloud arrow above.

Mixed by Phil Ek, who produced their self-titled debut and co-produced the new LP, Helplessness Blues’ 12 tracks were put to tape over the course of a year at Avast Recording, Bear Creek Studios, Dreamland Studios, and Reciprocal Recording.