Name: Soft Fascination
Brand: Islet

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FIRELP674

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-09-29

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FIRECD674

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Islet

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New Wave / Post Punk

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Fire Records

Islet is a dynamic and experimental music group hailing from Wales. Known for their captivating live performances, they effortlessly blend genres such as indie rock, post-punk, and electronica to create a unique sound that is both atmospheric and energetic. With thought-provoking lyrics and intricate instrumentals, Islet's music takes listeners on a sonic journey that pushes boundaries and challenges conventions. Their innovative approach to songwriting has garnered them critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. Discover the mesmerizing world of Islet today.

Formed in 2009, Islet consists of members Emma Daman Thomas, Mark Daman Thomas, Alex Williams, and John Teddy. Drawing inspiration from various musical influences ranging from krautrock to psychedelia, the band creates an immersive experience with their distinctive soundscapes. Each member brings their own unique talents to the table, resulting in a harmonious fusion of different styles.

Over the years, Islet has released several albums and EPs that have received widespread praise for their creativity and originality. Their discography includes acclaimed releases such as "Illuminated People" (2012) and "Eyelet" (2016). In addition to their studio recordings, Islet's live performances are renowned for their raw energy and improvisational nature.

Fire Records is an independent record label headquartered in London, England, UK. Founded in the mid 80s, Fire Records has been a prominent force in the music industry for decades. They have released early records from Pulp, Teenage Fanclub, Spacemen 3, Blue Aeroplanes, and many other influential artists. In the early 90s, the label was home to notable acts such as Neutral Milk Hotel, The Lemonheads, Built to Spill, and Urge Overkill.With a rich history of discovering talent and nurturing their careers, Fire Records remains dedicated to supporting groundbreaking musicians across various genres. Their diverse roster showcases both established names and emerging talents who push boundaries and challenge conventions.

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The genre-defying Welsh group define their vision with a breath-taking new album, Islet’s Soft Fascination is an ecstatic experience in music, an explosion of emotion subsumed in sound. The album is filled with high energy cadence and meditations on collective joy, a balancing act underpinned with glorious melodies and Emma Daman Thomas’ evocative vocals that swirl in the symphonic surf. Self-produced, and with instruments recorded live with few overdubs, the effect is direct, it veers from the upfront and immediate to the spacious and challenging.

The first half is intentionally fast, intense, almost relentless. The second half is more spacious, as the album unravels and becomes more hazy. There is excitement and fascination and a willingness to show a lack of restraint in realising it, traversing hailstorms, hedgerows, broken promises and poisoned prayers; constantly breathing real life all in. Featuring standout singles: the pulsating ‘Euphoria’, the liberating flow of energy on ‘River Body’ and the recurring conundrum of choice of ‘Hat Person’, Soft Fascination is an album of rare beauty.

Soft Fascination

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