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Doves Release Unearthed 'Spirit Of Your Friend' From Upcoming Best-Of

The newly finished song traces back to a 2005 idea Jez Williams revisited during writer's block.

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Overview

  • So, Here We Are: Best Of Doves is due November 14 via EMI North and collects 19 tracks spanning the band’s catalog.
  • “Spirit Of Your Friend” was trimmed from an original seven-minute recording to complete it for the compilation.
  • Jez Williams describes the track as an evocative reflection on friends lost and those still present.
  • Jez and Andy Williams will perform UK shows in December to mark the release, with new dates in Sheffield on December 18 and Manchester on December 20.
  • Co-founder Jimi Goodwin will not appear at the concerts as he continues to focus on his mental health, with the brothers taking on vocals with his blessing.