Is there anything better than a perfectly written pop song? And, when you're talking about great music, you're most definitely talking about Jules Shear. With his 14th solo album coming out on Friday, what better time to talk with Jules about his writing, his outlook on music and his new dog? (The album is titled "Slower," and, honestly, do we need to tell you if it's good or not? It's Jules Shear- the man doesn't mess around.)

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