Name: Vampire Empire / Born For Loving You
Brand: Big Thief

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

4AD0656S

Colour

Black

Colour details

Eco Vinyl

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Rough Trade Exclusive

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-10-20

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

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Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0191400065673

Total Cap

Black 7"

Artist

Big Thief

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

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Big Thief is an indie folk/rock band hailing from Brooklyn, New York. With their unique blend of heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies, they have quickly gained a loyal following in the music scene. Formed in [year], the band consists of members [band members' names]. Their soulful sound has been described as both haunting and uplifting, with influences ranging from folk to rock. Big Thief's music is sure to leave a lasting impression on listeners.
Since their formation, Big Thief has released several critically acclaimed albums, including [album names]. Their raw and honest songwriting resonates with audiences around the world, tackling themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. The band's live performances are known for their energy and emotional intensity, leaving fans wanting more.
With their undeniable talent and passion for creating meaningful music, Big Thief continues to push boundaries in the indie music scene. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to their sound, exploring Big Thief's discography is an experience not to be missed.

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.

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Big Thief present new single, ‘Vampire Empire’, maybe off a forthcoming album?! This year, the song took on a life of its own after a performance on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and has become a live fan favourite.

Recorded and produced by Dom Monks at Guissona, Spain’s Teatre de cal Eril Studio during a recent tour, ‘Vampire Empire’ speaks to the beautiful complexity of gender identity and breaking destructive internal cycles. Of the song, Adrianne Lenker adds, “For me, it’s about getting out of toxic internal patterns – leaving the empire of energy drains that obscure pure essence, learning about what healthy boundaries are, and finding the power to implement them for the possibility of giving and receiving (both inwardly and outwardly) unbroken and infinite Love.”

Limited, first pressing available on Eco Vinyl, featuring the tracks "Vampire Empire" and "Born for Loving You".

Vampire Empire / Born For Loving You

Music GB

Discover Vampire Empire / Born For Loving You by Big Thief. Limited, first pressing available on 7" Eco Vinyl. Produced by Dom Monks at Guissona, Spain’s Teatre de cal Eril Studio. Label: 4AD.