With just a little over one month left until the release of their brand new album The Woods, Sleater-Kinney is also gearing up for a handful of North American shows. Although only eight dates have been announces so far, it should be safe to assume that more will appear shortly. As previously reported, their new album was produced by Dave Fridmann, known for his work with the Flaming Lips, Mercury Rev and Low. Want a sneak peek at the new record? Click here for a free (and legal) MP3 of the brand new song “Entertain”.

05.31.05 – Seattle, WA (Moore Theater)
06.01.05 – Portland, OR (Crystal Ballroom)
06.02.05 – Portland, OR (Crystal Ballroom)
06.04.05 – San Francisco, CA (Warfield)
06.07.05 – Pomona, CA (Glass House)
06.08.05 – Los Angeles, CA (Henry Fonda Theater)
06.09.05 – Los Angeles, CA (Henry Fonda Theater)
06.17.05 – Cleveland, OH (Beachland Ballroom)

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