Name: As If To Nothing
Brand: Craig Armstrong

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Rough Trade

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Remastered

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Limited edition

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Extended format

Extended format: No

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Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Signed copies: No

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Download code: No

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Bonus disc: No

Release date

2023-03-31

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DUKE218CD

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795984121826

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Ltd.Remastered 180g 2LP

2023-03-24

DUKE218DJV

795984121819

2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Craig Armstrong

Label EU

Hydrogen Dukebox

Genre EU

Electronic

Hydrogen Dukebox is a renowned music label founded in 1992 by Doug Hart. Inspired by an Allen Ginsberg poem, the label takes its name from a café with a jukebox called the Hydrogen Dukebox. This iconic establishment spreads hope to the youth of the town and inspiration to everyone who hangs out at the café.

With a rich history spanning over two decades, Hydrogen Dukebox has established itself as a powerhouse in the music industry. The label prides itself on discovering and nurturing talented artists, providing them with a platform to showcase their unique sound and creativity.

From electronic beats to soulful melodies, *Hydrogen Dukebox* offers an eclectic range of genres that cater to diverse musical tastes. With each release, they continue to captivate audiences worldwide, delivering exceptional albums that leave listeners craving for more.

Craig Armstrong, OBE (born 29 April 1959 in Glasgow, United Kingdom), is a Scottish composer of modern orchestral music, electronica and film scores. He graduated from the Royal Academy of Music in 1981, and has since written music for various prestigious organizations including the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and the London Sinfonietta.
With a diverse range of musical styles, Craig Armstrong's compositions captivate audiences with their emotive power and cinematic quality. His ability to seamlessly blend traditional orchestral elements with electronic sounds has earned him critical acclaim worldwide.
Having established himself as a prominent figure in the music industry, Craig Armstrong's work can be heard in numerous films such as "Moulin Rouge!", "Love Actually" and "The Great Gatsby". His collaborations with renowned artists like Massive Attack and U2 further showcase his versatility and innovative approach to composition.

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As If To Nothing, Armstrong’s second solo album following 1998’s The Space Between Us, is a timeless, groundbreaking record that marries stunning string arrangements, atmospheric electronics and contemporary popular music. Originally released on renowned UK electronic outfit Massive Attack's label Melankolic, the record captures an enduring mood and sentiment that continues to enchant listeners today, from the stirring opener ‘Ruthless Gravity’ to the euphoric closing of ‘Choral Ending’. Armstrong’s collaborative work with Massive Attack on the 1994 album ‘Protection’ is an influence that can be heard throughout As If To Nothing. The album features a cast of luminaries including Bono on ‘Stay (Farway, So Close!’), Mogwai on ‘Miracle’ and Lemonheads’ Evan Dando ‘Wake Up In New York’, as well as producer Photek, soul singer David McAlmont, Alpha vocalist Wendy Stubbs, and Antye Greie-Fuchs, and a sample of King Crimson’s ‘Starless’ on ‘Starless II’. Twenty years on from its original release, Craig Armstrong’s As If To Nothing - his electronic / orchestral masterpiece featuring musical heavyweights Bono, Mogwai, Evan Dando, King Crimson and others - is reissued for the first time on vinyl in a super-deluxe, super-limited edition run via Hydrogen Dukebox. Remastered at Abbey Road Studios and cut at half-speed to produce a superior sound quality, the release comes completely repackaged with reimagined artwork by award-winning designer Christopher Thomson.

As If To Nothing

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