Name: The Closer You Get+Peel Sessions & B-Sides
Brand: Six By Seven

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375 Media

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Extended format: No

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Release date

2017-02-17

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5140711

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607618213916

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Six By Seven

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Beggars Banquet

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Alternative / Modern

Six by Seven is an English indie rock band that was officially formed in Nottingham in 1996. Originally known as "Friends Of...", the band gained critical acclaim with their first 12" single 'European Me' in 1997 and released their debut album, The Things We Make, the following year.

After Chris Olley left the band in November 2008, all releases since then have been through him via the Six by Seven website. However, these releases are not authorized by the other band members and are considered bootlegs by Chris.

In 2011, Chris Olley started recording with a new project called (The Death Of) Six by Seven. This semi-unplugged band played two gigs without a drummer and released one album. In 2013, Six by Seven officially reformed with a new lineup and released a new album.

Six by Seven

Founded in 1977 by Martin Mills and Nick Austin, Beggars Banquet is a renowned UK indie label that has made its mark on the music industry. It all began with the release of two 7" singles by punk band The Lurkers. Since then, Beggars Banquet has evolved to encompass a diverse range of genres including punk, goth, synth-pop, folk-rock, and indie. With an impressive portfolio of spin-off labels such as 4AD, Situation Two, City Beat, and XL Recordings under its belt, Beggars Banquet has become part of the esteemed Beggars Group – one of the largest networks of indie record labels worldwide.

In April 2008, Beggars Group made the decision to retire the iconic Beggars Banquet imprint. However, key artists were seamlessly transitioned to another notable label within their roster – 4AD. This strategic move ensured that these talented musicians continued to receive the support and recognition they deserved.

Beyond their musical endeavors, it's worth noting that Beggars Banquet operates with utmost professionalism. Their business registration number is 1414047 and VAT number is 340 1066 10. These details further exemplify their commitment to transparency and excellence in all aspects of their operations.

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Pre order and get a Six by Seven Tote Bag. Double Vinyl with Download. Despite heaping praise on Six by Seven’s breakthrough second album The Closer You Get, the press seemed confused as to how to categorise them. The band straddled a fine line between post-Brit Pop, British rock and a much edgier kind of punk. Inspired by the Pistols and the Stranglers as well as US bands such as Sonic Youth and Mercury Rev, Six By Seven consciously wanted to write pop songs that would get played on the radio. Mixing misanthropic lyrics with Olley’s distinctive vocal style, the music was underpinned by malevolent, slow-burning guitars, creating a menacing, dense wall of sound. Beggars Arkive have decided to reintroduce the band’s classic sophomore album The Closer You Get to a modern audience, as part of a carefully curated reissue package. The reissue is presented in all its former glory, without being remastered or tampered with, and will sound the same as it did when it originally came out. In homage to Beggars Arkive’ re-release of Olley’s heroes and labelmates, Mercury Rev’s Yerself Is Steam, the additional LP will be polybagged together with the album. It features Six By Seven’s third Peel session on one side and various b-sides and other Peel sessions on the other.

The Closer You Get+Peel Sessions & B-Sides

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