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Magic happens when chemistry clicks into place.

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The classic lineup is a useful sorting mechanism.

It helps to direct listeners to a bands most essential records.

It can do a disservice to a long, strange, unpredictable journey.

It can quell excitement for performers who still have a lot to say.

It wasnt in the cards, though.

On the inside looking out, though, Sleater-Kinney is whatever Sleater-Kinney says it is.

Drum duties are handled by a roster of Portland-area musicians including touring percussionist Angie Boylan.

Fleshing out the sound further are splashes of clavinet, bass, and organ.

How do we face a moment, one that slaps across the cheek?

Corin sings in the closer Bring Mercy.

How did we lose our city, rifles running through our streets?

The wolves are at our door, and it is imperative that we portray a united front.

Here, the dust kicked up in the shakeup thatThe Center Wont Holdpresented has settled.

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