Xiu Xiu -A Promise -GRAVEFACE LP Grooves.land/Playthek

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1.1 Sad Pony Guerrilla Girl

1.2 Apistat Commander

1.3 Walnut House

1.4 20,000 Deaths for Eidelyn Gonzales

1.5 20,000 Deaths for Jamie Peterson

1.6 Pink City

1.7 Sad Redux-O-Grapher

1.8 Blacks

1.9 Brooklyn Dodgers

1.10 Fast Car

1.11 Ian Curtis Wishlist

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A Promise by Xiu Xiu, released 13 November 2017, includes the following tracks: "Walnut House", "Pink City", "Blacks", "Fast Car" and more. This version of A Promise comes as a 1xLP. The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. -

Vinyl LP pressing. A Promise is the second studio album by experimental band Xiu Xiu, released in February 2003. The album includes a stripped-down cover of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car", of which Stewart said "That song really, very, very, very directly shaped how I wanted to write lyrics or what I wanted songs to be about... I wanted them to turn out in so far as the song very specifically narrates some particular horrible things that happen to somebody and there's no positive resolution in the end at all." Referring to the closing track, "Ian Curtis Wishlist", Stewart explained that "an Ian Curtis wish list is a list of things that you have convinced yourself that you want to have happen, but you know that are never going to happen."

First time A PROMISE has been available on vinyl since 2004. Colored wax and a bonus 7" Comes with DL code featuring bonus tracks and most importantly, Jamie's drunk commentary. "Fleshy colored" description comes from a comment on facebook from the label inquiring about the color. 7" contains no labels, but the run-out makes it apparent which side it is.

"A Promise" is a landmark LP by the experimental band Xiu Xiu, released through Graveface Records. This album showcases Xiu Xiu's signature blend of avant-garde pop, raw emotion, and daring sonic experimentation. With haunting lyrics and innovative arrangements, "A Promise" delves deep into themes of vulnerability and personal struggle. The record has been praised for its intense honesty and unique soundscapes that challenge conventional music boundaries. Xiu Xiu, formed in 2002 by Jamie Stewart, is renowned for pushing the limits of indie rock with their emotionally charged performances and eclectic influences ranging from post-punk to noise music. Over the years, they have built a devoted following worldwide with critically acclaimed albums such as "Fabulous Muscles" and collaborations with artists like Grouper. Graveface Records is an independent label known for supporting boundary-pushing artists across genres including alternative rock, shoegaze, and experimental music. Their commitment to artistic integrity makes them a respected name among collectors seeking unique musical experiences.

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GRAVE135

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