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Ben Gibbard readies for "Former Lives" solo outing

Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard has plotted a solo sweep of parts of North America this fall in support of his impending new album, 'Former Lives.' // Tour dates at SoundSpike Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard has plotted a solo sweep of parts of North America this fall in support of his impending new album, "Former Lives."

In Pictures: Noise Pop Festival in San Francisco

The Noise Pop Festival, San Francisco's indie music, arts and film festival is now in its 19th year. The event traditionally takes place over a week in February, showcasing emerging artists in venues all around the Bay Area. The Noise Pop Festival, San Francisco's indie music, arts and film festival is now in its 19th year. The event traditionally takes place over a week in February, showcasing emerging artists in venues all around the Bay Area.

Jay Farrar, Ben Gibbard honor Jack Kerouac

Son Volt's Jay Farrar and Death Cab for Cutie's Ben Gibbard are paying homage to Jack Kerouac with an upcoming album, a series of concerts and a feature-length documentary--all scheduled to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the influential author's death.

Ben Gibbard takes separate cab on solo tour

With his main musical outlet taking a short break from performing and recording, Death Cab for Cutie singer/guitarist Ben Gibbard will launch a solo tour in May.