Name: The Academy
Brand: Lutalo

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

WSP058LP

Colour

Black

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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

2024-09-20

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

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Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0606638763265

Total Cap

9999

Black LP

WSP058LPC1

Green

Indies Meadow Green

Extended format: Yes

0606638763524

Green LP

WSP058CD

0606638763494

WSP058CS

Tape

0606638763500

Artist

Lutalo

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Winspear 

Winspear is a record label that specializes in releasing music on various formats including vinyl, cassette, CD, and digital. With a passion for quality sound and an appreciation for physical media, Winspear brings together a diverse roster of talented artists who create music across different genres.

As a label, Winspear is committed to providing music lovers with the opportunity to experience their favorite artists' work in the most authentic way possible. Whether you prefer the warm tones of vinyl or the convenience of digital downloads, Winspear ensures that their releases are available in multiple formats to cater to all preferences.

With an impressive catalog of *artists* spanning various genres such as indie rock, folk, electronic, and more, Winspear has something for every music enthusiast. Their dedication to supporting emerging talent means that you can discover new and exciting sounds from up-and-coming musicians as well as established acts.

Lutalo, also known as Brother Resistance, was a Trinidadian rhythm poet and musician. Born in 1954 in East Dry River, Trinidad, he dedicated his life to creating powerful music that resonated with audiences around the world.
With his unique blend of poetry and music, Lutalo captivated listeners with his thought-provoking lyrics and infectious rhythms. He used his art as a platform to address social issues and advocate for change.
Tragically, Lutalo passed away on July 13th, 2021 in Port of Spain, Trinidad. His legacy lives on through his timeless music that continues to inspire and empower generations.

Lutalo’s highly visceral folk goes electric on The Academy, the Vermont multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer’s debut LP. Recorded in January 2024 at the storied Sonic Ranch and self-produced along with Jake Aron (Snail Mail, Protomartyr, L’Rain), The Academy feels like watching the best underground film you’ve seen in years; establishing Lutalo as a singular voice of this generation of indie rock. Lutalo describes The&nbsp;Academy as their “first chapter” a time capsule of the lessons they’ve learned in their 20-something years of life. “This record is exactly that: a ‘record’ of my early life,” they say of their debut album, out via Winspear. “The experiences, thoughts and feelings I was holding at those times and am currently processing. To me, this is the first big stamp of my existence I’m sharing.”

While Lutalo’s 2022 EP Once Now, Then Again introduced them as a lo-fi acoustic guitar wunderkind, The Academy is bigger and bolder without compromising Lutalo’s inviting sense of emotional intimacy, inspired by alt-rock veterans like Thom Yorke and Rob Crow as well as electronic greats like Aphex Twin and Bowery Electric. The Academy’s grander arrangements are heard in the biting adrenaline rush of “Ocean Swallows Him Whole,” or the anti-war jangle of album closer “The Bed.” Their lyrics are often deeply intuitive, flowing as a stream of consciousness, albeit with weighty meanings. With their unique baritone and finesse for lyrical world building, Lutalo cuts to the bone while only just beginning to reveal the depth of their artistry and vision.

For fans of&nbsp;King Krule, Interpol, The Smile, Amen Dunes, TV On The Radio, Nick Hakim, Yves Tumor,  Rotsam, Nilüfer Yanya, Bon Iver.

The Academy 

Music GB

Discover "The Academy" by Lutalo on vinyl from Winspear. A visceral indie rock debut LP showcasing Lutalo's unique voice and emotional intimacy.