Monsters of Folk

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The Monsters of Folk — M. Ward, Conor Oberst, Jim James, and producer Mike Mogis — are definitely one of my dream musical collaborations. The supergroup has pulled together an album of original songs that's scheduled to hit stores in September, and for now, the musicians are offering a free download of one of their first tracks.

If "Say Please" is any indication, this collaboration will be living up to my hopes. The singers' voices blend perfectly on this straightforward and catchy song, which I'd classify more as rock than folk (despite the jangly tambourine occasionally popping up in the background). I hope these guys tour once the album's out, because I think this song would sound great live; by halfway through, I was ready to start singing along myself.

To get a copy, just head to the group's site and enter the magic word (you know, "please"). Or, to check it out before you download, just read more