NPR SXSW Showcase to Feature Decemberists' The Hazards of Love

NPR's SXSW showcase in 2008 was undeniably solid, featuring Bon Iver, Jens Lekman, Vampire Weekend and Yeasayer. This year's lineup appears to be just as in demand, featuring the Decemberists, who will perform their upcoming album in its entirety before the release on March 28. NPR Music’s broadcast and webcast of the concert will be anchored by Bob Boilen, host and creator of the popular show All Songs Considered and its Live in Concert series. Joining Boilen will be NPR Music blogger Carrie Brownstein and David Brown, host of Texas Music Matters on KUT in Austin. For more information on NPR @ SXSW, visit their SXSW 2009 site.

Listen to Decemberists' latest, "The Rake's Song" at their site.