Name: Foam Island
Brand: Darkstar

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

warplp258

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2015-09-25

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0801061025816

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

warpcd258

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

Artist

Darkstar

Genre GB

Bass / Breaks

Label GB

Warp

Darkstar is an acclaimed electronic music artist known for their unique blend of genres including dubstep, UK garage, and experimental pop. With a career spanning over a decade, Darkstar has established themselves as one of the most innovative and influential artists in the electronic music scene.

Inspired by a diverse range of musical styles and artists such as *Zomby*, *Ikonika*, and *Burial*, Darkstar's sound is characterized by atmospheric melodies, intricate rhythms, and haunting vocals. Their ability to seamlessly fuse different genres together creates a captivating listening experience that pushes the boundaries of electronic music.

Having released several critically acclaimed albums and EPs on respected labels like Hyperdub and Warp Records, Darkstar has gained a loyal fanbase worldwide. Their live performances are highly regarded for their energetic yet introspective nature, creating an immersive atmosphere that captivates audiences.

Warp is a British electronic label founded by Steve Beckett, Rob Mitchell (RIP 2001), and Robert Gordon. It is one of the world's most respected and influential electronic/experimental dance labels. Originally based in Sheffield, UK, Warp later moved to London. They are known for their pioneering digital music sales site Bleep.com, which offered high-quality MP3s for sale along with exclusive tracks and rarities. Warp has several related labels including Warp Records Limited, Warp Music Publishing, Lex Records, Arcola, LuckyMe, and Night Slugs. The label's history is documented in the book "Warp" by Rob Young.

In terms of releases, there are some gaps and unreleased albums/singles within the cat#s. For example, WARP 13/WARP 99/WARP 113 have no releases; WARP 93 is an unreleased album by Priest; WARP 109 is an unreleased album by Squarepusher; WARP 118 is an unreleased album by Chris Morris. There are also some interesting facts about certain singles such as WAP 13 being supposedly unreleased but some copies of WARP LP 1 were pressed with this cat#. Additionally, WAP 85 was intended for Jimi Tenor's "[m=43418]" but ended up being released by Rough Trade Germany without a Warp cat#. 

It's worth noting that many Warp releases were licensed to

Darkstar's third studio album 'Foam Island' is released via Warp. The album deals in contemporary electronic­-pop interlaced with powerful statements on community, society and hope in the 21st century. Since their early dancefloor 12"s on Hyperdub from 2008 and through two vocal-led albums in 2010 and 2013, Darkstar have been an influential force in the UK's electronic scene. During trips to visit family in Northern England, founder members Aiden Whalley and James Young noticed a change in the area's social atmosphere. This climate began to increasingly influence the duo's writing sessions and they began a three month project of documenting this by talking to local young people in nearby Huddersfield. The lyrics and the sound palette for 'Foam Island' were shaped by the people and emotions they encountered and their recordings of interviewees' speech have been compellingly woven into the tracks. For fans of Jon Hopkins, Zomby, Four Tet, Mount Kimbie, Roisín Murphy, Actress, Floating Points.CD - CD in printed wallet with 24 page booklet in 3mm spine outer wallet. LP - LP in printed inner sleeve with 8 page 12" artwork booklet in 3mm spine outer sleeve.

Foam Island

Music GB