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gratifying for sure,” said Effenberger, recalling the original production. “We were just extremely flattered that our music had inspired them to write this story. And as we got closer to opening night it turned into this surreal feeling of, whoa, this is really happening. We had a blast.” The Amboys have been in the studio lately recording what was originally intended to be a 3-song EP that has evolved into a fulllength album. Effenberger says the band has been compiling a wide assortment of songs over the past two years and realized the songs were working well together. The record is expected to be available early next year. “The alt-country/americana sound is still a piece of the puzzle, but we’ve moved into much wider territory,” said Effenberger. “The songs have been picked apart and pulled back together and the structures are all over the board, from straight ahead indie-pop, to Watch The Amboys Perform “One Of Those Nights” Advertise here for $25 - $100 call 732-280-7625 pg 143