Stephen Malkmus and Pavement are gearing up to release their new album, Spit on a Stranger, on May 5. To celebrate, they’ve released a new video for the album’s title track, featuring Stranger Things‘ Joe Keery and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World‘s Jason Schwartzman as Malkmus and Matador Records executives, respectively.

The Video is a Hilarious Take on the Music Industry

The clip, directed by Alex Ross Perry, shows Keery as Malkmus, who is struggling to come up with new music for his label. Meanwhile, Schwartzman’s character, a Matador Records executive, is trying to persuade him to release a new album. The video is a hilarious take on the music industry, with Keery and Schwartzman delivering standout performances.

Spit on a Stranger is Pavement‘s First Album in 12 Years

Spit on a Stranger is Pavement‘s first album in 12 years, following 2010’s Quarantine the Past. The album was recorded in New York City and Jersey City, and it features 10 new songs. Fans can pre-order the album now and receive an instant download of the title track.

Check Out the Video Below

Watch the hilarious new video for “Spit on a Stranger” below, and get ready for the release of Pavement‘s new album on May 5.

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