The legendary Young Fresh Fellows took one day off their hectic touring schedule to head to Wilco‘s Loft studio in Chicago. The band got Grammy winner Tom Schick behind the boards and some legendary guests across the album, including Neko Case, John Stirratt of Wilco, Morgan Fisher of Mott The Hoople, Jonathan Segel of Camper Van Beethoven, Jenny Conlee of The Decemberists (accordion, harmony vocals), Mark Greenberg of Eleventh Dream Day (vibraphone), Peter Buck of R.E.M. (12-string guitar), and Dave “Max” Crawford of Poi Dog Pondering (trumpet). This finished record, “Loft”, has never been released before and is finally seeing the light of day for the Young Fresh Fellows‘ 40th anniversary.”
Seattle Legends the Young Fresh Fellows released new album “Loft” as a 2025 Record Store Black Friday exclusive but it’s not getting a proper release on March 27th via Yep Roc. It features appearances from Neko Case, Peter Buck, and more and here’s “Three Gasconading Saints” which frontman Scott McCaughey says was his suggestion to Jeff Tweedy when asked to give a potential album title.
Kurt Bloch – guitars Scott McCaughey – vocals Jim Sangster – bass John Perrin – drums Joe Adragna – saxophone
The Fat Angel Sings 