Both versions of the vinyl feature an unorthodox detail: the sides are marked M, U, S and E rather than the standard format. It’s absolutely dead silent with really excellent mastering that’s clear, dynamic and punchy when it needs to be. Happy to report there are no sibilance issues aside from the last track on side A; probably an inner groove issue. in the UK while winning rave reviews for its soft, minimalist style that delicately adjusted its predecessor’s winning formula just enough to satisfy fans and also make it stand out.

To celebrate 10 years of Coexist, The xx release a limited edition, crystal clear vinyl pressing of the record. As mentioned by Cardiff_Giant, skipping may come from your stylus - don't neglect the counterweight on your turntable ! Language - Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description. Comprised of various labels we know and love at Rough Trade (Bella Union, ATO, Speedy Wunderground, Phantasy, Heavenly, Mute and more) PIAS [Recordings] filter through some of the most diverse artistry to our racks, which we greatly enjoy digging into. A routinely great artist, much of Sufjan's universal appeal comes from his skills as a gifted narrator, pairing personal musings on love and devotion with commentary on American culture, whilst welding folk and electronica, the ambient and existential.This commemorative pressing comes on clear vinyl - an understated celebration of an essential album in the indie-pop sphere. In addition, if I have checked the box above, I agree to receive such updates and messages about similar artists, products and offers. All image and audio content is used by permission of the copyright holders or their agents, and/or according to fair dealing as per the UK Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. Origin of Symmetry: XX Anniversary RemiXX’ is completed with a modernised reimagination of the album’s cover art courtesy of Sujin Kim.

The new edition features remixed and remastered audio plus re-imagined artwork and will be released on digital formats on June 18th before two vinyl packages follow on July 9th. As the album’s anniversary approached, Muse asked Rich Costey, who has produced or mixed material on almost every subsequent record, to revisit the original recordings. The visual artist has created a hyper-realistic 3D rendering of William Eager’s original cover image.The xx (constantly credited with lower case "xx") are an English indie pop band from Wandsworth, London, formed in 2005. Many lesser bands than The xx would have crumbled under the pressure of following an album with the slow-burning, cult reputation of their Mercury-winning 2009 debut.

Over the last few months he has disarmed packed rooms of rowdy concert goers, leaving them silent as they hold fast to every syllable sung.His full length debut on Daptone Records is equal parts raw feeling and elegance and exudes confidence and charm. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast. Irrespective of the source, all of our collectables meet our strict grading and are 100% guaranteed. On November 11, 2009 it was officially announced that Baria Qureshi (guitar, keyboard) was no longer part of the band citing exhaustion and personal differences.