Name: Signals
Brand: Marconi Union

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

TAOLP065

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Black

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-12-17

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Standard:20

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0677603028023

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

TAO065

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

Artist

Marconi Union

Genre GB

Electronic

Label GB

Just Music

Just Music is a reputable music label that operates as a publisher and is affiliated with PRS (IPI #277927119). Founded by John and Serena Benedict, Just Music has established itself as a prominent player in the music industry. With their expertise and passion for music, they have successfully curated an impressive roster of talented artists and performers.

As a label, Just Music takes pride in nurturing emerging talents and providing them with the necessary support to thrive in the competitive music landscape. Their commitment to artist development is evident through their strategic collaborations and partnerships, which enable their artists to reach wider audiences.

With its informative approach, Just Music offers an exceptional platform for both listeners and enthusiasts to discover new sounds across various genres. Whether you're into electronic beats or soulful melodies, *Just Music* has something special for everyone's musical taste.

Marconi Union is a UK electronic band that was formed in the early 2000s by Richard Talbot and Jamie Crossley, who met while working at a record shop in Manchester. Over the years, they have established themselves as pioneers of ambient music, creating mesmerizing soundscapes that captivate listeners.

In 2010, Marconi Union welcomed Duncan Meadows as their permanent live keyboardist, adding another layer of depth to their already immersive performances. With his addition, the band has been able to further push the boundaries of their unique sound.

Known for their ability to create atmospheric and ethereal compositions, Marconi Union draws inspiration from various genres such as drone, post-rock, and experimental music. Their music evokes a sense of tranquility and introspection, transporting listeners to otherworldly realms.

Signals is the latest addition to Marconi Union's highly acclaimed discography. Despite having released twelve albums in the last eighteen years they continue to experiment and push boundaries. 'In some respects Signals is a more traditional songwriting album than anything we've done before, but it draws on the same techniques we've used on our previous albums'

After their previous album, the largely beat-less Dead Air, one might think that Marconi Union would be primarily influenced by synth players or guitarists. However, it turns out that Signals was actually informed by the bands' admiration of a number of different drummers and this played a significant part in helping shape its sound.

'We were quite inspired by various players like Jaki Liebezeit, Clive Deamer and Tony Allen and tried to imagine what our music would sound like with them playing on it.' 

Signals combines synthetic textures with organic sound, and merges the familiar with the unknown, transporting the listener deep into their imagination. The one-word title is both mysterious and evocative, suggesting a multitude of images that range from high-tech electronic messaging to ghostly abandoned radio stations and even that most basic level of human expression, body language.

It Is both ironic and yet somehow so right, that a group so regularly described as 'enigmatic' should make an album that alludes to communication. Although, long-term fans will be relieved to note that Marconi Union decline to enlighten us on what all this means.

Signals

Music GB

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