Yes, Virginia… (Tailor's Version)

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The Dresden Dolls announce a world tour and the reissue of Yes, Virginia... (Tailor's Version), available on vinyl, CD, and all streaming platforms on August 7, 2026. Guest singers include Jinkx Monsoon and Veronica Swift. The pioneering cabaret punk duo Amanda Palmer and Brian Viglione enter a new chapter with a complete re-recording of their 2006 album Yes, Virginia..., recorded in Boston. The new release comes out on August 7, 2026, followed by a tour in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Europe. The title alludes to the reclaiming of master recordings by Taylor Swift. After a 20-year contract with Roadrunner Records, the band has regained the right to re-record their catalog. This announcement comes nearly 20 years after the original release. The tracklist remains unchanged (with a bonus track on vinyl and CD), while the performances reflect two decades of artistic and personal evolution. Known for Viglione's orchestral drumming and Palmer's percussive piano and songwriting—exploring themes of sexuality, identity, addiction, capitalism, and social isolation—this version brings new depth. Songs like "My Alcoholic Friends," "Sex Changes," and "Backstabber" return with renewed intensity. Recorded in late 2025 at Mad Oak Studios, the album was primarily recorded live with Benny Grotto and mixed by Paul Kolderie. It also features illustrations by Niki McQueen. This release marks a resurgence: nearly 3 million followers on Spotify, over 240 million streams for "My Alcoholic Friends," and a recent platinum certification. Formed in Boston in 2000, the Dresden Dolls helped define "cabaret-punk" and continue to reach new audiences.