Ok. so this is sort of monumental. An actress has started a band that is actually good. Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward have been recording songs together recently as She and Him.

The country-tinged “Why Do You Let Me Stay Here?” is an instantly likable little ditty in the vein of Neko Case and Dolly Parton, with great harmonies and arrangements to boot. Yes, now it’s official, I am completely in love with Zooey Deschanel…watch your step, Ward.

Learn how the band came to be and get updated on tour announcements, courtesy of Brooklyn Vegan.

She and Him – Why Do You Let Me Stay Here

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