Name: Ex:Re
Brand: EX:RE

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375 Media

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Extended format: No

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2019-02-01

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5171432

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EX:RE

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The influential 4AD label was started in 1980 by music enthusiasts Ivo Watts-Russell and Peter Kent with financial help from Beggars Banquet, whose record store chain the pair worked for. Originally called Axis, they released an initial series of four 7" singles before finding out that the name Axis was already being used by another label. They quickly came up with a new name, 4AD, inspired by typography on a flyer announcing their releases. Under Ivo Watts-Russell's guidance, drawing influence from other UK indie labels such as Beggars Banquet, Postcard Records and Factory, 4AD quickly established a unique identity thanks to both the cover designs of Vaughan Oliver/v23 and the label's unique numbering system.

In 1992, 4AD entered a highly publicized Stateside distribution deal with Warner Bros. Records, opening offices in New York headed up by Robin Hurley. The label was largely run from California for most of the decade after Ivo Watts-Russell moved to Los Angeles in the mid-90s. In November 1999 it was announced that Martin Mills had taken over as chairman and relocated its HQ to London.

Decoding their unique numbering system reveals various formats like mail-order only releases (4AD), LPs (CAD), MP3 downloads (EAD), posters (FAD), videos (VAD) and more. The numeric portion of their catalog numbers

Ex:Re (pronounced "X-Ray") is the solo project of Elena Tonra, a talented guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter. She is also a member of [a2218596].
Elena's music showcases her unique style and artistic vision, with heartfelt lyrics and haunting melodies that captivate listeners. With the support of Josephine Stephenson and Fabian Prynn, Ex:Re creates an immersive musical experience that resonates deeply with fans.
Whether performing as part of [a2218596] or on her own as Ex:Re, Elena's talent shines through in every note she plays and every word she sings. Her solo project allows her to explore new creative avenues and connect with audiences on a personal level.

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Rough Trade Albums of the Year 2019 No. 9See album <a href="https://www.roughtrade.com/gb/ex-re/live-at-hoxton-hall">Live at Hoxton Hal</a>l EP (Rough Trade vinyl exclusive)Elena Tonra, guitarist, vocalist and lyricist of Daughter with her solo project.Both formats with a bonus CD - Live at Hoxton Hall. Elena Tonra is the singer, songwriter and guitarist for Daughter. This is her first album for the new project that she runs simultaneously alongside Daughter. The album was recorded with Fabian Prynn (4AD producer/engineer) with Josephine Stephenson on cello and inspired by a shattered relationship.Warm, rattling, reassuring strings, tickling percussive beats and rhythms. Soft soothing vocals pair with warm strings, wrapping themselves around the vocals and hugging the strings of your heart. Sliding, picked strings match heartbeat rhythm pulses. The intimate, warm sound of home. Mood is turned into an instrument and a feeling of closeness surrounds you. Eastern tinges edge into the music, climbing vocals and sinuous, resonating drums. An eloquent tale, a catharsis of feeling. The sound of a heart breaking is something to fall in love with. Elena said of the album, “Although the record is written for someone, a lot of the time it’s about the space without that person in it. In every scenario, there's either the person in memory or the noticeable absence of that person in the present moment. I suppose it is a break-up record, however I do not talk about the relationship at all, and he hardly features in the scenes. He is only felt as a ghostly presence.”

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