Name: Modern Life Is Rubbish (National Album Day 2023)
Brand: Blur

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

505419754329

Colour

Orange

Colour details

Transparent Orange

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

5000

Release date

2023-10-27

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

WEA /­ ADA

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

5054197543296

Total Cap

Orange LPx2

Artist

Blur

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Parlophone

Blur is an indie rock/pop band from London, England. Formed in 1989 as Seymour, the band consists of Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon (1989-2002, 2008- ), Alex James, and Dave Rowntree. Initially influenced by bands like The Stone Roses and My Bloody Valentine, Blur later reinvented themselves with a retro spectrum of British rock and pop music. Their album "Parklife" played a pivotal role in the Britpop cultural movement that swept across the UK. Over the years, Blur has evolved their sound to encompass diverse influences from around the world.

Throughout their career, Blur has released several successful albums including "Modern Life Is Rubbish", "The Great Escape", and "Think Tank". They have also explored experimental art rock elements reminiscent of their early days as an indie artrock group called Seymour. Noteworthy live and session members include Wayne Hernandez on lead vocals with backing choirs since 1997 and Simon Tong who replaced Coxon for a tour in 2003-04.

In February 2015, Blur surprised fans with news of a new album titled "The Magic Whip" which was released on April 25th of that year. With their ever-evolving sound and continued creativity, Blur remains an influential force in the music industry.

Modern Life Is Rubbish is Blur’s second album and is regarded as one of the defining releases of the Britpop era. The album features the singles "For Tomorrow", "Sunday Sunday" and "Chemical World".

The album turned 30 this year and to celebrate this occasion, Parlophone are releasing a limited, coloured vinyl edition, for National Album Day in October.

2 x 140g 12" vinyl, 300gsm board, 6mm spine 12" gatefold outer sleeve with a gloss dispersion finish, 2 x 135gsm gloss art paper, 12" inner sleeve with gloss dispersion finish.

Modern Life Is Rubbish (National Album Day 2023)

Music US

Discover Modern Life Is Rubbish (National Album Day 2023) by Blur. Limited edition colored vinyl release from Parlophone. A defining Britpop album featuring hit singles.