Portland Band Federale Released New Single
The local psych-rock group announced a new album and scheduled upcoming performances.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Alternative
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Portland-based psych-rock band Federale has released a cover of I Want a New Drug and announced their next studio album, Love & Other Lies. The band has been active locally since 2004.
Why it matters
The release reflects the band's ongoing creative output, which includes seven records produced since they were founded. Founder Collin Hegna created the new tracks during a difficult period after receiving eviction notices for the band's studio.
The group has now released seven records since 2004. This latest project follows a 30-day studio eviction notice that prompted the writing process.
The players
Federale
A Portland-based psych-rock band that has released seven records since 2004.
Collin Hegna
The founder of both the band Federale and the local Revolver Studios.
Jealous Butcher Records
The record label that released the band's latest single.
The details
The new single, released on Jealous Butcher Records, features a darker take on the Huey Lewis & the News hit with baritone vocals and a new wave horn section. Collin Hegna, who also founded Revolver Studios, wrote much of the material while facing an eviction notice for the studio space. The band continues their tradition of psych-rock production as they prepare for the launch of Love & Other Lies.
Timeline
2004: Federale and Revolver Studios were founded.
October 1, 2026: The band released their new single and announced a upcoming album.
October 30, 2026: Federale performs at the Kennedy School Theatre.
November 29, 2026: The band performs in Bolinas, California.
January 29, 2027: Federale performs at the Crystal Ballroom.
Beyond the Bridges
This release marks a continuation of the band's work since the 2004 founding of Revolver Studios. The project follows the established trajectory of the group's seven previous records.
Local listeners can catch the band's new sound live at the Kennedy School Theatre this October. Tickets and scheduling for the Crystal Ballroom show in January 2027 are also available for those planning ahead.
The takeaway
The band turned a personal challenge into a creative shift for their upcoming album. Keep an eye on local concert calendars for the Kennedy School Theatre performance on October 30, 2026.
What happens next
Fans can catch the band live at the Kennedy School Theatre on October 30, 2026, or at the Crystal Ballroom on January 29, 2027.
Further reading
For more on the local music scene, visit Alternative.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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