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Boris with Merzbow covers the Melvins

Posted by Loren on December 5, 2020

Boris with Merzbow covers the Melvins
photo by Loren Green

Boris with Merzbow, who collaborated for the upcoming 2R0I2P0 record, out next Friday, Dec. 11, have shared a cover of the song "Boris," originally by The Melvins.

The new album title is pronounced "Twenty Twenty R.I.P." and will be released by Relapse Records. Check the "Boris" video after the jump.

You know you want to.

2R0I2P0 Track list:

Away From You
To The Beach
Coma
Love
Absolutego
Journey
Uzume
Evol
Boris
Shadow Of Skull

Boris with Merzbow covers the Melvins
photo by Loren Green

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