Yes, you read that headline correctly. The much-anticipated sophomore album from everyone’s favorite cardigan-wearing rockers can officially be heard in its entirety on the band’s MySpace.

Yelps, language and history lessons abound on Vampire Weekend‘s new effort Contra, and while it is slightly more toned down than their debut, it looks like it might be able to continue to help this band live up to their hype.

If you like what you hear, the album will be available on iTunes and in retail stores on Tuesday, January 12.

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