Name: You Could Have It So Much Better
Brand: Franz Ferdinand

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Believe Digital

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Extended format: No

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Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Signed copies: No

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Release date

2010-01-08

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WIGLP161

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5034202016113

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5034202016120

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Franz Ferdinand

Label EU

Domino Records

Genre EU

Classic

Domino is an independent label founded in Putney, South West London by *a694357* and his partner Jacqui Rice in 1993. The label initially focused on American acts such as *Sebadoh*, *Pavement* or *Royal Trux* before signing British acts in the late '90s.

The label operates a US division, located in Brooklyn, which output was initially identified by its own catalogue number schemes, DOMUS then DNO (used until 2013), when the releases handled by the UK headquarters are identified by WIG (albums) and RUG (singles and EPs) catalogue numbers.

The company operating the label, *Warp Records*, diversified, establishing a publishing arm and a series of labels (*Double Six Recordings*, *Weird World Record Co.*, *Rephlex*, ...).

Domino

Franz Ferdinand is a band formed in Glasgow in 2002. The name of the band was originally inspired by a racehorse called Archduke Ferdinand. After seeing the horse win the Northumberland Plate in 2001, the band began to discuss Archduke Franz Ferdinand and thought it would be a good band name because of the alliteration of the name and the implications of *his assassination* (which was a significant factor in the lead up to World War I).

With their unique blend of indie rock and post-punk revival, Franz Ferdinand has become one of the most influential bands of their generation. Their catchy hooks, energetic performances, and clever lyrics have garnered them a dedicated fan base worldwide.

Influenced by artists such as *Kaiser Chiefs*, *The Last Shadow Puppets*, and *Dirty Pretty Things*, Franz Ferdinand's music combines infectious melodies with thought-provoking themes. They have released several critically acclaimed albums including "Franz Ferdinand" (2004), "You Could Have It So Much Better" (2005), and "Tonight: Franz Ferdinand" (2009).

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'you could have it so much better' is the hugely anticipated second album from franz ferdinand. after setting the world alight with their self titled debut album the boys didn't hang around too long before getting started on the follow up. recorded in scotland and new york the bands style has matured and developed. it blends the familiar art-indie influences - josef k, orange juice and the fire engines with an increasingly bold take on classic britpop songcraft - the kinks and the beatles. the songs are better, the playing is better and the production is better. the sound is still unmistakably franz ferdinand but they've tapped into something deeper and more resonant from the moving epic 'walk away' to the stomp of first single 'do you want to'. it's a bigger, bolder and without doubt better album. limited to 2,000 copies and only available in indie shops.

You Could Have It So Much Better

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