Stephen J. Malkmus is keeping a busy recording schedule.

The ex-Pavement leader announced the release of his upcoming Matador Records album, “Traditional Techniques,” scheduled for release March 6th.

On the first single, “Xian Man,” Malkmus goes in an entirely different direction than what was delivered on the previous release, “Groove Denied,” opting for an acoustic guitar with no electronics element

Fans will notice a more organic feel with an assist from Chris Funk (The Decemberists) and Matt Sweeney (Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Chavez) who plays guitar throughout the effort.

“Traditional Techniques” marks the second release in a row that noticeably doesn’t include the Jicks.

Traditional Techniques Tracklist:
1. ACC Kirtan
2. Xian Man
3. The Greatest Own in Legal History
4. Cash Up
5. Shadowbanned
6. What Kind of Person
7. Flowin’ Robes
8. Brainwashed
9. Signal Western
10. Amberjack

Stephen Malkmus Tour Dates:
Tue. March 31 – Minneapolis, MN @ First Ave
Wed. April 1 – Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Hall
Thu. April 2 – Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall
Fri. April 3 – Louisville, KY @ Headliners
Sat. April 4 – Nashville, TN @ Cannery Ballroom
Sun. April 5 – Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West
Tue. April 7 – Asheville, NC @ Orange Peel
Wed. April 8 – Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle
Thu. April 9 – Richmond, VA @ The National
Fri. April 10 – Washington, DC @ Black Cat
Sat. April 11 – Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer
Mon. April 13 – New York, NY @ Webster Hall
Wed. April 15 – Boston, MA @ Royale
Thu. April 16 – Montreal, QC @ L’Astral
Fri. April 17 – Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall
Sat. April 18 – Cleveland, OH @ Beachland Ballroom
Sun. April 19 – Detroit, MI @ St. Andrew’s Hall