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The Decemberists: 'The King Is Dead,' Live From Portland (NPR: All Songs Considered, )

The Decemberists' members have a treat for their hometown of Portland on Wednesday. One day before setting out on a nationwide tour, Colin Meloy and his band will perform their new album, The King Is Dead, in front of a live studio audience at Oregon Public Broadcasting — the first time the entire band has played these 10 new songs in a live setting.