Name: The Line is a Curve
Brand: Kae Tempest

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2022-04-08

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Universal

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Artist

Kae Tempest

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Hip Hop

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Fiction

Founded in 1978 by Chris Parry, Fiction is a renowned UK indie label that has been home to iconic band The Cure for over two decades. With its releases manufactured and distributed by Polydor (now Universal), the label has also licensed its music to various other labels worldwide. Known for its distinctive sound and influential artists, Fiction continues to be a driving force in the music industry.

Fiction's impressive roster of talent includes not only The Cure but also other notable acts who have made their mark on the music scene. From alternative rock to post-punk and beyond, *Fiction* has consistently delivered groundbreaking music that resonates with fans across generations.

With the label code LC 6444 or LC 06444, Fiction remains committed to providing exceptional musical experiences through its diverse range of releases. Whether you're a devoted fan or new to their catalog, explore *Fiction*'s captivating discography and discover why they are considered one of the most influential indie labels in history.

Kae Tempest is a British poet, spoken word artist, and playwright. They were born on 22 December 1985 in Brockley, London, England, UK. Formerly known as Kate Tempest, they have gained recognition as an award-winning spoken-word recording artist. In 2013, they won the prestigious Ted Hughes Award for their project "Brand New Ancients." Since then, Kae has released several albums including "Everybody Down" (2014), "Let Them Eat Chaos" (2016), and "The Book of Traps and Lessons" (2019). In 2022, they changed their name to Kae for their latest album release. In August 2020, Kae announced a change in pronouns from she/her to they/them.

Throughout their career, Kae Tempest has captivated audiences with their powerful performances and thought-provoking lyrics. Their unique blend of poetry and music creates a mesmerizing experience that resonates with listeners on a deep level.

To learn more about Kae Tempest's work and explore their discography, visit the official website or check out releases under the label Kate Calvert.

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The Line Is A Curve is about letting go. The core of the record is that the pressures we face do not always have to be heavy burdens, but can be reframed; the more pressure a person is under, the greater the possibility for release. The album plays like a chronicle of pressures - the mind-numbing pursuit of a comfortable life, the eternal striving for more, the pressures of the city, the country, the times. The pressures of maintaining relationships, of battling illness, addiction, poor mental health, the vacuous life of our online selves. As we move through these chronicles though, the mood brightens. The musicality becomes more expansive as the lyrical horizon broadens and we glimpse coastlines, high streets, scrap yards, train stations in the rain; the entire album begins to let go. We encounter the contributions of artists who I love and admire, guest vocalists and instrumentalists, and so we defeat the sense of isolation felt in the opening track with a sense of deeply connected community.

More Pressure, the penultimate song, is the essence of the whole album and the epiphany that leads to Grace, which is a prayer, a surrendering; ‘Please move me, please move through me, please unscrew me, please loosen me up.’ But once we get to the end of Grace, and the album, we loop back to the start – to ‘Kiss off the day with a mute mouth. Pass the commute like I can die faster than you.’ Because no matter how much a person grapples with, realises, deeply understands, about life and their place in it, we still wake up in the morning back to square one. Life isn’t solved the minute you figure something out about it. It’s a daily operation to increase your resilience, cultivate a deeper acceptance, let go of what’s chasing you and lean in to the pressures. It’s cyclical, as I believe all things are. And instead of trying to fight the cycles, this album asks us to surrender to them. To let go. • These general themes, of acceptance, resilience, surrender are also about where I’m at in my personal life, in my journey towards a greater acceptance of myself as an artist and as a human being. Being more honest with the world and my community about who I am and letting go of some heavy heavy shame, which is a glorious thing. • This album has a beautiful heart, there is so much love running through it and I can’t wait for people to experience it.

The Line is a Curve

Music GB

Discover The Line is a Curve by Kae Tempest on Fiction label. Award-winning artist's new album explores themes of acceptance and resilience. Available in LP and CD formats.