The Pretenders weren't gone enough for "Break Up the Concrete" to count as a comeback, but it still stuns--this is rock 'n' roll as we perhaps forgot Chrissie Hynde could make it. Gruff melodies pair with countrified guitars and a voice that hasn't sounded better.
The Pretenders will release their new album Break Up The Concrete on September 23, 2008 through Shangri-La Music. This is the first studio album in 6 years and one of the best yet. Until then, please head to The Pretenders website (thepretenders.com) for more information. Also, we will give away a free download every week, offering up all of the songs from the album before it is released! Music.download.com and MP3.com are hosting the 3rd week of the campaign 8/5 by giving away the song "Don't Lose Faith In Me" which is track #3 off the record.