Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

LP-WEIRD-167

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: Yes

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2024-07-26

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

887833016718

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Alex Izenberg

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Domino

Alex Izenberg is a talented musician known for his unique blend of indie pop and folk music. With influences ranging from John Andrews & The Yawns to Richard Swift, Izenberg has crafted a sound that is both nostalgic and contemporary.
His music captures the essence of classic artists like Sylvie and H. Hawkline while incorporating modern elements reminiscent of Midnight Sister and Sam Evian. Izenberg's soulful vocals and introspective lyrics create an intimate listening experience that resonates with audiences.
Whether he's performing solo or collaborating with other talented musicians such as Chris Cohen and Jon McKiel, Alex Izenberg consistently delivers captivating performances that leave a lasting impression. His latest album showcases his growth as an artist, solidifying his place in the indie music scene.

As Alex Izenberg was piecing together the sweeping, psychedelic opuses on his full-band debut Alex Izenberg & The Exiles, the Los Angeles artist was focused on a simple goal: making something built to last. At the heart of his songs are bold ideas that take inspiration from the heady musings of philosopher Alan Watts, the multi-layered storytelling of King Crimson, and the imagistic vistas of Fleet Foxes. While the subject matter may feel esoteric—“My unconscious named the tongue/Of the lights of closed eyes” goes a characteristic lyric—Izenberg and his band let the music drift pleasantly to earth. The melodies are romantic and warm, and the arrangements are invitingly expansive, making expert use of a new ensemble formed around the strongest songs of his career.

Fitting for a record that collects Izenberg’s widest array of collaborators, he expanded his process further by enlisting veteran producer Phil Ek to mix the album. “In the past, I've had trouble handing off my work,” he admits, always preferring to handle things on his own. But knowing that Ek worked on some of the records that most inspired his own music—particularly Fleet Foxes’ 2017 album Crack-Up—helped to calm his nerves. The resulting sound is just as intimate as any of Izenberg’s more hermetic material, while casting a mystical, communal glow that feels brand new in his body of work.

Alex Izenberg and The Exiles

Music US

Discover Alex Izenberg and The Exiles by Alex Izenberg on vinyl from Domino. A psychedelic masterpiece with bold ideas and warm melodies.