Name: Microcastle / Weird Era Continued
Brand: Deerhunter

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Default:19

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Rough Trade UK

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Discogs ID

Limited edition

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Black

Format Music EU

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Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2014-06-30

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Catalogue number

cadd2822

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652637282207

Black LP

Artist

Deerhunter

Label EU

Genre EU

Alternative / Modern

Deerhunter is an Atlanta-based experimental rock band, known for their unique sound and captivating performances. Led by the talented [a724298], the band has been pushing boundaries in the music industry since their formation. With a blend of genres including indie rock, shoegaze, and post-punk, Deerhunter's music is both innovative and emotionally charged. Their thought-provoking lyrics and intricate instrumentals have garnered them a dedicated fanbase worldwide. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to their music, Deerhunter's discography offers a rich tapestry of sonic exploration that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

The influential 4AD label was started in 1980 by music enthusiasts Ivo Watts-Russell and Peter Kent with financial help from Beggars Banquet, whose record store chain the pair worked for. Originally called Axis, they released an initial series of four 7" singles before finding out that the name Axis was already being used by another label. They quickly came up with a new name, 4AD, inspired by typography on a flyer announcing their releases. Under Ivo Watts-Russell's guidance, drawing influence from other UK indie labels such as Beggars Banquet, Postcard Records and Factory, 4AD quickly established a unique identity thanks to both the cover designs of Vaughan Oliver/v23 and the label's unique numbering system.

In 1992, 4AD entered a highly publicized Stateside distribution deal with Warner Bros. Records, opening offices in New York headed up by Robin Hurley. The label was largely run from California for most of the decade after Ivo Watts-Russell moved to Los Angeles in the mid-90s. In November 1999 it was announced that Martin Mills had taken over as chairman and relocated its HQ to London.

Decoding their unique numbering system reveals various formats like mail-order only releases (4AD), LPs (CAD), MP3 downloads (EAD), posters (FAD), videos (VAD) and more. The numeric portion of their catalog numbers

Newest Listed Items

Microcastle is released to buy on vinyl again through 4AD, along with 'Weird Era Cont'. which hasn't previously been available on the format outside of the US. Initially released in October 2008, the critically acclaimed 'Microcastle' was recorded over the course of a week in Brooklyn with Nico Vernhes on production detail, and represented the highly anticipated follow-up to 2006's 'Cryptograms'. Deerhunter's 4AD debut, it garnered widespread plaudits internationally with Pitchfork awarding it Best New Music, and The Guardian heralding "a remarkable band". Moreover, on release the physical record was accompanied by 'Weird Era Cont'., a bonus collection of tracks recorded in Atlanta following the leak of 'Microcastle' earlier in 2008.  Marking a prolific period of writing, this additional material is now  highly regarded as a record in its own right, complementing the rest of the band's vaunted catalogue. Released by Kranky in the US, and 4AD across the rest of the world, 'Weird Era Cont' was initially conceived as a bonus record for fans after 'Microcastle' leaked ahead of advance, with Bradford Cox detailing the importance of surprise. In extensive writings on his blog at the time, Bradford spoke of his conception of the records as complementary, seen as a Fal l/ Summer record. This is the first time that 'Microcastle' has been available on vinyl outside of the States, accompanied by 'Weird Era Cont'. Arriving in a gatefold sleeve with both discs on black vinyl, the artwork also now reflects the original CD cover, the record's most recognisable cover. 

Microcastle / Weird Era Continued

Music EU

Discover Microcastle / Weird Era Continued by Deerhunter on vinyl through 4AD. Critically acclaimed and highly anticipated, this release includes bonus tracks.