Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

NXN016EP

Colour

Blue

Colour details

Teal

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

With Signed Print

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-04-22

Signed copies

Signed copies: Yes

Supplier GB

Forte

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

61562706628

Total Cap

Blue 12" | Signed Copy

Artist

Paul Simpson

Genre GB

New Wave / Post Punk

Label GB

NINE X NINE RECORDS

Paul Simpson is a renowned house artist, producer, songwriter, and remixer. With an impressive career spanning several decades, he has established himself as a leading figure in the music industry. Known for his unique sound and innovative approach to production, Paul has collaborated with numerous acclaimed artists and contributed to countless successful projects. His passion for music shines through in every track he creates, making him a beloved figure among fans worldwide.
As a multi-talented artist, Paul Simpson's versatility allows him to effortlessly navigate various genres within the electronic music scene. Whether it's crafting infectious beats or penning heartfelt lyrics, his creativity knows no bounds. His ability to blend different musical elements seamlessly sets him apart from his peers and keeps listeners eagerly anticipating his next release.
With an extensive discography under his belt, Paul Simpson continues to push boundaries and redefine what it means to be an artist in the digital age. From energetic club anthems that ignite dancefloors to introspective tracks that touch the soul, his music resonates with audiences of all backgrounds. Experience the magic of Paul Simpson's artistry today and discover why he remains at the forefront of the global music community.

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On vinyl for the first time, these lost recordings from my wilderness years of 1989-1996 contain two of my favourite ever solo compositions in ‘Astral Girl’ and ‘Sunken Ships’. For me, the latter’s incendiary guitar, played by a then very young Micheal Mooney (Psychedelic Furs, Julian Cope, Spiritualized) is worth the price of admission alone. - Paul Simpson 2022

Paul Simpson was a founder member of The Teardrop Explodes, and is best known for his work as frontman of Liverpool post-punk band The Wild Swans. Their single ‘The Revolutionary Spirit’ so typified the genre that Cherry Red Records chose it to name their box-set focussing on the ‘second wave’ of Merseyside music. Alongside a new Wild Swans album, Paul’s autobiography ‘Revolutionary Spirit - A Post-Punk Exorcism’ is published in 2023. 
 “Not only was Revolutionary Spirit by far the best single that we put out at Zoo, but The Wild Swans captured that young man’s idealistic vision thing better than any other bunch of English young men since The Brotherhood first put paint to canvas back in the 1950s.”
 Bill Drummond

Astral Girl EP

Music GB