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August Ponthier "Everywhere Isn't Texas" 2026-10-30 Jean started many of theA coming of age album for late bloomers who grew up in a place that didnt always love them back. Its a collection of songs that tackle topics like gender envy, reconnecting with childhood, escapism, generational trauma, and queer joy, all while processing a complicated relationship with your hometown, Ponthier tells Rolling Stone. When I would sit down to write songs, those are the experiences that I wanted to draw from. Its simple. Its a record that