Chuck Ragan has posted the first two songs from his debut studio full length. The record is titled Feast or Famine and is due out August 07, 2007. It is the follow-up to the live disc, Los Feliz, which was released earlier this year.

Recorded last April, Feast or Famine includes collaborators Jolie Holland, James Fearnley (The Pogues), Matt Skiba (Alkaline Trio) as well as others and incorporates a broad range of instrumentation including banjo, harmonica, lap steel, organ, piano and percussion.

You can check out the songs right here.

In related news, the album is now available for presale and will include either an autographed booklet or a t-shirt. You can make your choice here.

Finally, Chuck has booked an additional show with friend and collaborator Matt Skiba. The show is set to take place in Chicago, IL at the Metro on Thursday, August 9. Tickets are available via this link.