The band was born in Lebanon in November 2004 at a time of political instability. What initially came up as a 6-member band known as "The Government" eventually reached a configuration of 5 members (Jeremie, Zeid, Nabil, Cherif, Timothee) who proclaimed themselves "The New Government" (since there was no official government in Lebanon at the time).
In 2006 The New Government released a self-titled debut album with independent Lebanese label Mooz Records. The project had to stop after summer 2006 because of the war.
In 2007 the band released an untitled EP wich was recorded in 4 hours in Tunefork studios in Beirut.
In 2008, the drummer and the bass player left the band. Still, the 3 remaining members, Zeid and the two french brothers Timothee and Jeremie regularly toured between Paris and Beirut in 2008/ 2009 (Flêche d'Or, Glazart, Le Baron, La Féline, L'International...).
Each member also occasionally collaborates on other projects such as movie soundtracks or producing other artists.
In May 2009 they completed new songs for their forthcoming album to be released in 2010.
Although each of the band members has a different musical background, The New Government managed to find its trademark sound: a mixture of indie rock and post-punk with a retro touch reminiscent of the late 70s.
you guys kicked ass at The Basement! very original, adrenalin booster and great act on stage.. the music is simply outstanding! I came from Jordan to see you, you guys should come perform here!
Hey there, I like your music : ) I bought your CD at the new Beirut Art Center & I'm really enjoying it. Hope you'll get a chance to check out my page & listen to my tracks... I update my page pretty often and there's plenty more to come. Take care <3
you guys are awesome! i go to the university of california santa cruz and we have been watching Zeina Aboulhosn's short videos posted on outtherenews. com about you guys in one of my classes. hope to hear more from you all :)
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