Name: Build A Rocket Boys!
Brand: Elbow

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

2763747

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Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-06-02

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

Total Cap

2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Elbow

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Fiction

Elbow is an alternative rock band from Bury, Greater Manchester, England. Formed in 1990 as Mr. Soft and later renamed to Elbow in 1997, the band consists of Mark Potter on guitar and vocals, Pete Turner on bass, Richard Jupp on drums (until 2016), Guy Garvey on vocals and guitar, and Craig Potter on keyboards and vocals.

In their early years, Elbow faced setbacks with a scrapped debut album due to label changes. However, they persevered and released their first EP in 2000 through indie label Ugly Man Records before signing with V2 in 2001.

Their breakthrough came in 2008 when they won the prestigious Mercury Prize for Best British Album for "The Seldom Seen Kid." This recognition solidified their place as one of the leading bands in the UK music scene.

Founded in 1978 by Chris Parry, Fiction is a renowned UK indie label that has been home to iconic band The Cure for over two decades. With its releases manufactured and distributed by Polydor (now Universal), the label has also licensed its music to various other labels worldwide. Known for its distinctive sound and influential artists, Fiction continues to be a driving force in the music industry.

Fiction's impressive roster of talent includes not only The Cure but also other notable acts who have made their mark on the music scene. From alternative rock to post-punk and beyond, *Fiction* has consistently delivered groundbreaking music that resonates with fans across generations.

With the label code LC 6444 or LC 06444, Fiction remains committed to providing exceptional musical experiences through its diverse range of releases. Whether you're a devoted fan or new to their catalog, explore *Fiction*'s captivating discography and discover why they are considered one of the most influential indie labels in history.

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Following the immense success of the double platinum selling 'The Seldom Seen Kid', Elbow return with 'Build a Rocket Boys!' and are set to continue one of the most intriguing and heart warming stories in British music. Always one of the uk's most loved and influential bands, 'the seldom seen kid' saw elbow become one of its most successful, winning the mercury music prize album of the year in 2008 with the band being voted best british band at the brits in 2009. The band also picked up an nme award, a south bank show prize for best album and the mojo best track award for 'one day like this' which also garnered an ivor novello alongside a second ivor for 'grounds for divorce'. 'build a rocket boys!' is one of the most highly anticipated released of 2011 and features guest contributions from the halle youth choir, retaining elbow's strong links with both their home town and the halle itself, with whom they collaborated on a very special show at manchester's bridgewater hall in 2009.

Build A Rocket Boys!

Music GB

Discover Build A Rocket Boys! by Elbow. Vinyl LP from Fiction label. Highly anticipated release of 2011 with guest contributions from the Halle Youth Choir.