The Names - Encore! / Limited Solid Red Edition (12" Vinyl)

$The Names - Encore! / Limited Solid Red Edition (12\" Vinyl)$

28,95€

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This product will be released on 07. February 2025.
You can pre-order it already. It will be shipped as soon as it is available.

882951940419 - Weight: 260g

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Limited Edition of strictly 150 copies ONLY on SOLID RED Vinyl

Music style: post punk / cold wave / new wave

The Cult new wave / post punk Belgian act (Factory Records) returns with an eclectic new album full of cold wave melancholy, experimental avant-garde, and wistful pop. 3 exclusive tracks!

Hey you, sitting on the edge of time… are you ready for the jump? Who better than the legendary Belgian post-punk and new wave pioneers THE NAMES to release a new album titled “Encore!”? This much-anticipated album stands as a testament to their unbreakable commitment to an ever-evolving sound. Since 1977, they’ve stayed true to their unique, eclectic style, captivating fans across the globe who continuously clamor for more.

Emerging from the iconic Factory Records alongside JOY DIVISION and NEW ORDER, THE NAMES have etched their place in music history. With a cult following and a sound that remains as invigorating as ever, “Encore!” continues their journey, offering a fresh milestone in their timeless discography. Launched with the electrifying “Volume” EP and the bold “Far from the Factories” single, “Encore!” is a sonic tapestry where vintage echoes of the early '80s meet explorations into futuristic soundscapes. Tracks like “Last Train from Nowhere,” “Touch Touch Touch” or “Watching for the New World” carry the spirit of the 1980s, while “Sunny Side” and “Inadequacy” channel a nostalgic 1960s vibe. Unexpected gems like “Apophenia,” “Laudanum,” and “Swimming with Brian Jones” highlight their experimental side, while intimate tracks like “Mei Mei” and “A Walk with Miss J” bring moments of reflection.

The title track “Encore!” feels like an anthem for the ages, echoing long after the last note. This is no ordinary album - it’s a vibrant journey through decades of musical influences, weaving together post-punk melancholy, experimental avant-garde, and wistful pop. Atmospheric instrumentation, haunting vocals and striking guitars merge with dynamic synths to create an addictive carousel of sounds that keeps listeners spinning while deciphering hidden allusions in their characteristic convoluted lyrics.

“Encore!” is a must-have for any fan of melancholic cold wave. From Brussels, with love and electric fervor - THE NAMES are back.

Tracklisting:

No.	Track	Time
A1	Last Train from Nowhere	--
A2	Procrastination	--
A3	Touch Touch Touch	--
A4	Far from the Factories	--
A5	Apophenia	--
A6	Sunny Side	--
B1	Swimming with Brian Jones	--
B2	Mei Mei	--
B3	Mort d’Amour	--
B4	Watching for the New World	--
B5	Encore	--