Name: Pyramid / When The Poor Can Reach The Moon
Brand: The Chills

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2016-04-16

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Signed copies: No

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Standard:20

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809236143617

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1 / 12" / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Chills

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Fire Records

Fire Records is an independent record label headquartered in London, England, UK. Founded in the mid 80s, Fire Records has been a prominent force in the music industry for decades. They have released early records from Pulp, Teenage Fanclub, Spacemen 3, Blue Aeroplanes, and many other influential artists. In the early 90s, the label was home to notable acts such as Neutral Milk Hotel, The Lemonheads, Built to Spill, and Urge Overkill.With a rich history of discovering talent and nurturing their careers, Fire Records remains dedicated to supporting groundbreaking musicians across various genres. Their diverse roster showcases both established names and emerging talents who push boundaries and challenge conventions.

The Chills is an indie rock band that was founded in 1980 in Dunedin, New Zealand. Over the years, the band has gone through various phases with different members, each contributing their unique talents to the group's sound.

From its early days with Martin Phillipps, Peter Gutteridge, Alan Haig, Jane Dodd, and Rachel Phillipps to its current lineup featuring Martin Phillipps, Callum Hampton, Oli Wilson, Todd Knudson, and Erica Scally - The Chills have consistently delivered captivating music that resonates with fans around the world.

With a rich history spanning decades and a diverse range of musicians who have contributed to their sound over the years, The Chills continue to be a force in the indie rock scene. Their music remains influential and timeless as they continue to create memorable songs that captivate audiences everywhere.

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Vinyl Singles

Record Store Day 2016 Release.   12" Single 45rpm includes download. "Pyramids / When The Poor Can Reach The Moon is the most ambitious song in the group's entire catalogue, and one whose firm grasp of melody and dynamics more than justifies its length. The tension builds for a full five minutes until it arrives at its glorious, sun-drenched conclusion when, instead of violence and chaos, the gates to the mansion are flung open, guitars and pianos sparkle, the oppressed are liberated. The net effect is warm and rousing, speaking to the power of hope in the face of darkness. After three decades of near-misses and dark alleys, Phillipps has finally embraced his role as king of the underdogs. He fights back the only way he knows how: with beauty." Pitchfork // Following the critical success of their comeback album 'Silver Bullets' out last year, The Chills deliver a bona fide Heavenly Pop Hit in the form of 'Pyramid / When The Poor Can Reach The Moon' taken from the same album.  The Chills deliver up a plea on behalf of the displaced in a wryly observed commentary for our times and it's that rare thing, an insightful pop anthem with intelligence, heart and soul. "Pyramid/When The Poor Can Reach The Moon' is a triumphant return to the 'Heavenly Pop Hit' glory days with a hook to rival 'Shiny Happy People'. B-side includes exclusive versions of 'Night Of Chill Blue' and 'Walk On The Beach' which were both recorded Karma Sound Studios in Bang Sarai Thailand in 2013.

Pyramid / When The Poor Can Reach The Moon

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