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An OC planetarium is SoCal's only spot to hear Phoebe Bridgers' new album early
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· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The album is Phoebe Bridgers' first solo studio release in six years and is highly anticipated.
In Southern California, fans of Phoebe Bridgers will have a unique opportunity to hear her new album before its official release. The Orange Coast College Planetarium in Costa Mesa is hosting listening sessions for the album, titled Lost Weekend. This planetarium is the only location in Southern California offering this experience.
The album is Phoebe Bridgers' first solo studio release in six years and is highly anticipated. The listening sessions are part of a global event, with dozens of planetariums around the world participating. Further details about the event can be found through local sources.
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Category: local Published: August 8, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Southern California, fans of Phoebe Bridgers will have a unique opportunity to hear her new album before its official release. The Orange Coast College Planetarium in Costa Mesa is hosting…
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