Name: Stray
Brand: Bambara

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Bonus disc: No

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WCR098CD

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Digipack.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-02-14

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Signed copies: No

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PIAS

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Standard:20

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843563122211

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

WCR098LP-C1

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Lightning Bug Green.

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2020-04-24

Rough Trade NYC

843563122440

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Artist

Bambara

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Wharf Cat

Bambara is an American post-punk band hailing from Brooklyn, New York. Originally formed in Athens, Georgia, the band has made a name for themselves with their unique blend of atmospheric rock and gritty punk influences.
With their haunting vocals and darkly poetic lyrics, Bambara creates a sound that is both captivating and intense. Their music explores themes of love, loss, and the human condition, drawing listeners into a world of raw emotion and sonic exploration.
Known for their energetic live performances and dynamic stage presence, Bambara has gained a loyal following of fans who are drawn to their authentic sound and powerful storytelling. With each release, they continue to push boundaries and redefine what it means to be a post-punk band in the modern music landscape.

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An American record label based in Brooklyn, New York. Founded in 2011, Wharf Cat is a renowned label that has made its mark in the music industry. With a diverse roster of talented artists and a commitment to quality music, they have established themselves as an authoritative presence in the e-commerce world. Their dedication to promoting and supporting emerging musicians sets them apart from other labels. Whether you're a fan or an artist looking for a platform to showcase your talent, Wharf Cat is the go-to destination for all your musical needs.

The first thing that strikes you about Stray, Bambara’s fourth – and greatest – album to date, will be its pulverizing soundscape. By turns, vast, atmospheric, cool, broiling and, at times – on stand out tracks like Sing Me To The Street and Serafina – simply overwhelming. But Stray is not merely another, better entry in a catalog full of darkly thrilling, blistering experimental rock-via-punk. Rather, early on in its conception the band made the decision to experiment with new compositions and song structures. The resulting addition of backing vocals from Drew Citron (Public Practice) and Anina Ivory-Block (Palberta) create a hauntingly beautiful contrast to Bateh’s drunken baritone on tracks like Sing Me to the Street, Death Croons and Stay Cruel, while the Dick Dale-inspired guitar riffs on Serafina and Heat Lightning and the call-and-response choruses throughout the album showcase Bambara’s ability to write songs that immediately demand repeat listen.

These are just a few of the changes that reveal this album to be the monumental step forward that it is. Here Bambara finally sound like they’ve locked into what they were always destined to achieve, and the effect is nothing short of electrifying. For fans of Protomartyr, Daughters and IDLES.

Stray

Music GB

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