Name: The Window
Brand: Ratboys

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

LPTSR267C

Colour

Orange

Colour details

Fireworks Splatter

Discogs ID

[r28280431]

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-09-15

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

634457134348

Total Cap

Orange LPx2

CDTSR267

Download code: Yes

w/ OBI

2023-08-25

'634457134331

Artist

Ratboys

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Topshelf Records

Ratboys is an indie rock band hailing from Chicago, Illinois. Formed in 2010 by Julia Steiner and Dave Sagan, the duo has since expanded to include additional members. With their unique blend of folk and punk influences, Ratboys have gained a loyal following for their heartfelt lyrics and catchy melodies.
Known for their energetic live performances, Ratboys have toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, sharing the stage with notable acts such as Pinegrove and The Front Bottoms. Their music has been praised for its introspective storytelling and relatable themes of love, loss, and self-discovery.
With several critically acclaimed albums under their belt, including "GN" and "Printer's Devil," Ratboys continue to push boundaries with their evolving sound. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to their music, Ratboys' discography offers something for everyone looking for authentic indie rock that speaks to the heart.

Topshelf Records is an American independent record label that was established in Peabody, Massachusetts in 2005. With a strong focus on supporting emerging artists and fostering creativity, the label has become a prominent force in the music industry. Now based in Portland, Oregon, Topshelf Records continues to curate and release innovative music across various genres.

Since its inception, Topshelf Records has been dedicated to providing a platform for talented musicians to showcase their unique sound. The label's commitment to nurturing artists and allowing them creative freedom has resulted in a diverse roster of acts spanning indie rock, emo, punk, and more.

With an impressive catalog of releases from both established acts and up-and-coming talent, Topshelf Records has gained recognition for its high-quality productions and distinct musical offerings. As an influential player in the independent music scene, the label consistently delivers fresh sounds that resonate with listeners worldwide.

Newest Listed Items

Back In Stock

Ratboys have been recording and releasing music for over a decade, but their newest album, The Window, marks the first time they'd ever traveled outside their home base of Chicago to make a record, journeying to the Hall of Justice Recording Studio in Seattle to work with producer Chris Walla.     The sessions with Walla (Death Cab for Cutie, Tegan and Sara, Foxing) struck the perfect balance between preparation and experimentation, injecting new life into the band's style of soft-hearted Midwestern indie rock with an ever so subtle Americana twist. The solidified Ratboys lineup stretched and expanded their vision in the studio, adding unexpected elements and instruments like rototoms, talkboxes, and fiddles. The result is Ratboys' most sonically diverse record, shifting wildly from track to track. It flexes everything from fuzzy power pop choruses on "Crossed That Line" and "It's Alive!" to a warm country twang on "Morning Zoo" to mournful folk on the titular track. After more than ten years and four studio albums, The Window finally captures Ratboys as they were always meant to be heard--expansive while still intimate, audacious while still tender--the sound of four friends operating as a single, cohesive unit.

The Window

Music GB