Name: Party
Brand: Aldous Harding

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Bonus disc: No

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4ad0008cd

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-11-18

Signed copies

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PIAS

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Standard:20

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0191400000827

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

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

Artist

Aldous Harding

Genre GB

Singer Songwriter

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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

Singer/songwriter Aldous Harding, born Hannah Harding in Lyttelton near Christchurch, New Zealand, first gained recognition for her gothic folk sound and raw emotional depth. Drawing comparisons to iconic artists like Kate Bush and Scott Walker, Harding's musical journey began at a young age when she made her recording debut on her mother Lorina Harding's award-winning folk album Clean Break. Despite initially dismissing a career in music, she eventually embraced her passion for singing and songwriting while collaborating with fellow musician Nadia Reid. With the release of her self-titled debut album produced by Marlon Williams and Ben Edwards in 2012, Harding quickly established herself as a critically acclaimed artist.

Signing with British independent label 4AD for her sophomore record Party in 2017, Harding worked alongside co-producer John Parish (known for his work with Sparklehorse and PJ Harvey). The album featured standout tracks like "Horizon" and "Imagining My Man," further solidifying Harding's reputation as an exceptional talent. Throughout her career, she has embarked on extensive tours to support her albums and captivate audiences worldwide.

Aldous Harding's unique style resonates with fans who appreciate artists such as Julia Jacklin, Big Thief, Hand Habits, Sharon Van Etten, Bill Callahan, Bedouine, Kevin Morby,and many others from the indie folk scene. With each release showcasing growth and artistic evolution, Aldous

Rough Trade Albums of the Year 2017 No: 1

Igniting interest with her eponymous debut album released just two years ago, Auckland’s Aldous Harding has become known for her sinister torch songs, gentle laments and eerie odes delivered with a charismatic combination of hubris, shrewd wit and quiet horror. Produced by John Parish (PJ Harvey, Sparklehorse) in Bristol, a world away from her New Zealand home, Party introduces a new talent to the stark, dramatic realm where Kate Bush and Scott Walker reside. As well as contributions from Parish, Perfume Genius’s Mike Hadreas also lends vocals to the aforementioned Imagining My Man and album closer Swell Does The Skull.

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Party

Music GB

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