Name: Researching the Blues
Brand: Redd Kross

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MRG454CD

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-12-07

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0673855045429

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

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Redd Kross

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Alternative / Modern

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Merge Records

Merge Records is an independent record label based in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1989 by Laura Ballance and Mac McCaughan, it started as a platform to release music from their band Superchunk and their friends' creations. Over the years, Merge Records has grown to include talented artists from all over the world, with some of their records even reaching the top of the Billboard music charts.
With its headquarters nestled in Durham, North Carolina, Merge Records has become a renowned name in the music industry. The label was established by Laura Ballance and Mac McCaughan back in 1989 with a vision to share their own musical endeavors as well as support fellow musicians within their circle.
What began as a humble endeavor quickly flourished into something much greater. Today, Merge Records boasts an impressive roster of artists spanning various genres and backgrounds. From indie rock to experimental pop, *Superchunk* paved the way for other talented musicians to join forces under this esteemed label's umbrella.

Redd Kross is an American alternative rock band hailing from Hawthorne, California. With a rich musical history spanning several decades, they have become synonymous with the vibrant and diverse music scene of Southern California.
Influenced by a wide range of artists including *The Posies*, *The Weirdos*, and *The Zeros*, Redd Kross has crafted their own unique sound that blends elements of punk, power pop, and garage rock. Their energetic performances and catchy melodies have garnered them a dedicated fan base around the world.
Known for their high-energy live shows and infectious hooks, Redd Kross continues to captivate audiences with their raw talent and undeniable charisma. Their discography includes critically acclaimed albums such as "Phaseshifter" and "Researching the Blues," which showcase their ability to create timeless music that resonates with listeners across generations.

Researching the Blues features 10 songs clocking in at just under 32 minutes. With songs written by Jeff and produced and mixed by Steven, the album is by far the band’s favourite record. Steve says, “It has themost singular artistic vision of any record we’ve done. It’s just 10 really fucking awesome songs that have the ability to move you in many different ways.” Founded 34 years ago in Los Angeles during the first wave of LA punk rock by brothers Jeff and Steven McDonald (then respectively 15 and 11 years old), Redd Kross cut their teeth opening for Black Flag at a middle school graduation party. Their debut recordings caught the attention of Rodney Bingenheimer, who quickly became a fan as he spun their Ramones-inspired songs like Annette’s Got The Hits and I Hate My School on the world-famous KROQ. In 2006, Jeff and Steven announced their reunion with the “classic Neurotica” line-up, joined once again by guitarist Robert Hecker (IT’S OK) and drummer Roy McDonald (The Muffs).

Researching the Blues

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