We love The Decemberists, what with their fondness for history, good literature and a fine houdstooth jacket in the summer. And with new music beginning to slow down for the winter months, its nice to get some new music from the Portland band. This week The Decemberists dropped the first of three 12″ singles, with two songs each that they are calling the Always The Bridesmaid Series.

Have a listen below to the two new songs, and get ready for Volume 2, which will be upon us soon as well….