Viable: Our 2023 LP: The Human Hearts’ singles &c. collection, but also a “shadow album” to Another, recorded in the same period (and the same studios). Includes the first physical release of the “Flag Pin” EP, other compilation tracks and digital releases, and covers of Pete Seeger, the Everly Brothers, and Wckr Spgt, all in gorgeous, new-wave-inspired packaging. LP and/or download avilable through Bandcamp.

Rosy Overdrive writes, ”Bruno’s songwriting feels instantly recognizable…and The Human Hearts *rock* more than I remembered.”

Works From Home, 1995-2015: a 15-song collection of home recordings, radio sessions, and rare compilation tracks, originally released by Shrimper Records for Cassette Store Day 2017. Mostly “lo-fi,” as the kids say, but professionally mastered; Incl… — Works From Home, 1995-2015: a 15-song collection of home recordings, radio sessions, and rare compilation tracks, originally released by Shrimper Records for Cassette Store Day 2017. Mostly “lo-fi,” as the kids say, but professionally mastered; Includes covers of Billy Strayhorn and the Mekons, songs from unproduced musicals, and an art-song setting of Arthur Rimbaud (trans. John Ashbery). Cassette currently sold out; download available through Bandcamp.

My book in Bloomsbury’s 33 1/3 series, on Elvis Costello's 1979 album Armed Forces, published in Continuum Books' 33 1/3 series, is still available. — My book in Bloomsbury’s 33 1/3 series, on Elvis Costello's 1979 album *Armed Forces*, published in Continuum Books' 33 1/3 series, is still available.

Day of the Tiles: A new (2020) EP by the Human Hearts. 4 songs from our recent sessions with the great Mitch Easter (Sneakers/Let’s Active, producer for R.E.M., Game Theory/Loud Family, and much else), plus 2 home/4-track recordings. “A Different Ci… — Day of the Tiles: 2020 digital EP by the Human Hearts. A taste of our sessions with the great Mitch Easter (Sneakers/Let’s Active, producer for R.E.M., Game Theory/Loud Family, and much else), plus two home/4-track recordings. Three of these tunes are on our upcoming LP *Faith & Credit*; the other three are exclusive to this release. Download only available through Bandcamp.
Robert Christgau writes: “A Different City for a Different Light” and “Untimely Beggar” match anything new I've heard all year that isn't by Run the Jewels or Lil Baby.”

CDs of Another (Shrimper Records), the 2012 album by The Human Hearts, and a double 10" vinyl edition designed by graphic novelist David Heatley, are for sale here. Digital downloads are available from Midheaven, Amazon, and iTunes.From Robert Chris… — CDs of *Another* (Shrimper Records), the 2012 album by The Human Hearts, and a double 10" vinyl edition designed by graphic novelist David Heatley, are for sale here. Digital downloads are available from Midheaven, Amazon, and iTunes.
Robert Christgau'"Franklin Bruno knows pop ... My favorites on this consistently and straightforwardly songful album are the rocking 'Cheap Sunglasses,' about the girlfriend he saw through, and the rumbaing 'Not Just When We Kiss,' about the one he stuck with."

A download-only EP, anchored by the live favorite "Flag Pin," is available through Bandcamp. Watch the video, starring beautiful downtown Upland, California, here. PLEASE NOTE: This digital release is still available, but all four songs are now included on the LP and download of Viable.

The Accordion Repertoire (Edge Books) is my first full-length collection of poems; copies are available here. From the publisher's description: "Franklin Bruno's poems move through the languages of commerce and philosophy, the forgotten codes of old… — *The Accordion Repertoire* (Edge Books) is my first full-length collection of poems; copies are available here. From the publisher's description: "Franklin Bruno's poems move through the languages of commerce and philosophy, the forgotten codes of old Hollywood and the radio serial, and the contested spaces of the contemporary city with musicality, anger, and wit."
(Read "Flash Crash" at *Lana Turner*. Read "Approach to Ziggurat" at *Sink Review*.)

"Loyal Opposition" b/w "Distracted" is the 2014 single by the Human Hearts, featuring vocals by Jenny Toomey (Tsunami, Simple Machines, Future of Music Coalition). Originally released on UK pop label WIAIWYA, as part of their 7777777 subscription se… — "Loyal Opposition" b/w "Distracted" is the 2014 single by the Human Hearts, featuring vocals by Jenny Toomey (Tsunami, Simple Machines, Future of Music Coalition). Originally released on UK pop label WIAIWYA, as part of their 7777777 subscription series. Order 7” picture disc or download here.

Dance Card 2026:

Tue. Sept. 1, Manhattan: Playing piano with The Drew Gardner Poetry Band, accompanying a dramatization of Michael Gottlieb’s The Dust. Bowery Poetry Club, 7 p.m.; unsure of cover charge.

Sat. Sept. 5, Catskill, NY: (Update: sold out!) The Human Hearts at Dromedary Records’ 4th annual DromFest, Fri.-Sun., also featuring Wussy, Scrawl, Consonant, Dumptruck, Barbara Manning, many others. The Avalon Lounge, 2 p.m.

Sun. Sept. 6, Catskill, NY: Playing piano for Beth Kaplan (Salem 66; bass/vocals), with Chris Brokaw (guitar) + Trip Grey (drums). Also part of DromFest, but this set’s outside, free free, and all ages! Left Bank Ciders, 3 p.m.

Fri. Sept. 18, Brooklyn: Record-release-in-advance show for The Human Hearts’ upcoming album Faith & Credit, with Harassment, John Davis (of the Folk Implosion), and special guests! P.I.T. (Property Is Theft), 7 p.m., $10, all ages.

Mon. Sept. 28, Brooklyn: Playing piano for Jenny Toomey (Tsunami) & Dan Littleton (Ida), aka Liquorice, at “Nobody Broke Your Hearts: An Elliot Smith Benefit Concert,” also ft. Half Waif, Greg Mendez, Franz Nicolay. Public Records, 7 p.m., $36.05, 21+

Sat.-Sun. Oct. 2-3, Pittsburgh, PA: Playing with The Human Hearts, and with Beth Kaplan/Chris Brokaw, at the Monongohela Pop Festival, also ft. 100 Flowers (Los Angeles), The Harry Vonzells, others. The Government Center, $25 both nights, more details TK.