Name: Sugar At The Gate
Brand: Tops

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Bonus disc: No

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abt60lp

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Black Vinyl with Download.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-06-09

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Standard:20

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061297538225

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

Artist

Tops

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Indie Pop / Shoegaze

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Arbutus

Arbutus Records is a Montreal based record label, management company and arts community founded by a visionary entrepreneur in 2009. With a focus on promoting emerging talent and fostering creativity, Arbutus has become a leading force in the music industry. The label's roster includes an impressive lineup of *artists* who have gained recognition for their unique sound and artistic vision.

Arbutus Records is more than just a record label; it is also a supportive *community* that provides artists with the resources they need to thrive. Through artist development programs, mentorship opportunities, and collaborative projects, Arbutus nurtures talent and encourages innovation.

With its finger on the pulse of the music scene, Arbutus consistently delivers groundbreaking releases across various genres. From indie rock to electronic pop, each album released under the Arbutus name showcases exceptional craftsmanship and pushes boundaries.

Vinyl variants, bonus material and signed editions exclusively available from Rough Trade.

The Four Tops is a U.S. vocal male soul quartet that was formed in 1953 in Detroit as The Four Aims. They gained recognition by backing Carolyn Hayes on her single debut in 1955. With the same lineup for over four decades, they became the main male vocal group for the renowned signwriting and production team of Holland-Dozier-Holland during the 60s. After their departure from Motown, they continued to have charting singles with ABC Records into the late-1970s. Since then, they have recorded for various labels including Motown, Casablanca Records, and Arista.
Inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 as performers, The Four Tops are sometimes credited as "The Four Tops." The original members included Lawrence Payton (1953-1997), Levi Stubbs (1953-2000), Renaldo "Obie" Benson (1953-2005), and Abdul "Duke" Fakir (since 1953). Theo Peoples joined in 1998 and Ronnie McNeir joined in 2000. Roquel Payton has been part of the group since 2005.
With an impressive history spanning several decades and multiple record labels, The Four Tops continue to captivate audiences with their timeless soulful sound led by Duke Fakir alongside current members Theo Peoples and Ronnie McNeir.

For Sugar At The Gate, their third and most ambitious album to date, Montreal's Tops peaced out to LA. They lived and recorded at Glamdale, a mini-mansion and former brothel located in the Jewel City, Glendale, CA. The unassuming record unfolds slowly, taking time to reveal itself. Like nearly everything Tops does, multiple meanings overlap with the album's title referring to orgasm, but also to carrot chasing, gatekeeping, and the social contract. Layers of sarcasm and sincerity seem to enfold the group like flower petals, yet Tops' flawless musicianship and profound grasp of pop fundament are the surest sign that at the core, it's all as real as it sounds. The album moves from the Mac DeMarco-esque jangly guitars of Petals to Dayglo Bimbo which is like a Kim Gordon fronted Sonic Youth track.

LP+ - Limited edition sunny yell-o vinyl with Download.

Sugar At The Gate

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