Name: Rot
Brand: Tennyson

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CD-COUNT-189

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

CD in cardboard gatefold sleeve with printed wallet

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2022-02-18

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

5054429138368

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

LP-COUNT-189

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Download code: Yes

5054429138351

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Artist

Tennyson

Genre US

Electronic

Label US

Counter Records

Tennyson is a talented soul, funk, and jazz pianist and songwriter. With their unique blend of genres, they have captivated audiences around the world with their mesmerizing performances.
Known for their soulful melodies and intricate piano playing, Tennyson has established themselves as a true virtuoso in the music industry. Their compositions are filled with emotion and depth, showcasing their incredible talent as both a musician and a songwriter.
Whether performing on stage or recording in the studio, Tennyson's passion for music shines through in every note. Their ability to connect with listeners on a deep level sets them apart from other artists in the industry.

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Tennyson’s talent has always been undeniable, even if he’s still discovering himself. Born Luke Pretty, his creativity bloomed in the basement of his parent’s home. Younger sister Tess is his drum-playing partner, and the siblings cut their teeth on local jazz clubs. As a teen, Luke got his hands on some production software, mixing complex beats with cutesy melodies. The 2015 Like What EP led to releases with Mr. Carmack and Skrillex. “That was working for a while,” he says. “I don't know if it was genuine, though.” The Telescope EP, released in 2019, showcased a growing understanding of pop structure without forgoing Luke’s roots. Soon after, his world crumbled. “There was mold in my basement all under the floor," he says. "My ears were ringing like nothing I've ever experienced. Everything was twice as loud as it should be. I thought my life was over." Soaked in existential dread in the midst of a global pandemic, Luke wrote songs to keep his hands busy. He thought he was making "garbage," but when he listened back months later, the melodies made him cry. “It sounded like what I went through,” he says. Rot is a musical diary of a brain gone sideways, the sound of a young artist on the brink of his own disaster. Ironically, it’s also the moment Tennyson’s voice falls into place. Rot has the Tennyson charm, but the beats are a little simpler and the hooks a bit catchier. It's a change Luke had to make to please his ringing ears, but it plays to a new strength.

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