The New Year
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The New Year by Death Cab for Cutie, around 125 BPM, 4/4 time. This 4-track arrangement runs 3:46 (Electric guitar (jazz), Overdriven guitar, Electric bass (finger), and Drums), with an intro and alternating verses and choruses. 2 versions available to play and practice.
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