Atlanta’s Gringo Star are working on a new album set for a spring release. This marks the band’s first set of new material since the departure of longtime band member Pete D. In preparation for the new album, the band has released a 7” single, featuring tracks “Going Way Out” and “Taller.” The band also has a tour starting January 11 in Atlanta, GA. They are also confirmed for this year’s SXSW festival with details TBA.

Here’s a look at the band’s January dates

1/11/13 – Atlanta, GA – The Earl
1/12/13 – Columbia, SC – New Brookland Tavern
1/16/13 – Asheville, NC – Emerald Lounge
1/17/13 – Washington D.C.- Black Cat
1/18/13 – Brooklyn, NY – Glasslands
1/19/13 – Philadelphia, PA – Kung Fu Necktie
1/20/13 – New Haven, CT – Cafe Nine
1/21/13 – Boston, MA – Great Scott
1/22/13 – Toronto, ON – Horseshoe Tavern
1/23/13 – Rochester, NY – Bug Jar
1/24/13 – Chicago, IL – Empty Bottle
1/25/13 – Indianapolis, IN – Birdy’s
1/26/13 – Cincinnati, OH – MOTR