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. It was released by V2 on November 27, 2006 on compact disc and vinyl. The title track (which is also the opening track of ''

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'') is told from the perspective of an

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Critical reception

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'' were impressed by the track, praising the production and vocals and saying that the band had "enough flair, taste and soul for any educated heart in Britain."

Track listing

References

2006 EPs Cold War Kids EPs V2 Records EPs {{EP-stub