Name: As Long As You Are
Brand: Future Islands

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

4AD0270LP

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Colour

Black

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Format multiplier

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

2020-10-09

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

191400027015

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

4AD0270CD

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191400027022

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

4AD0270LPE

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Blue

Petrol Blue.

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Extended format: Yes

191400027039

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1 / Extended format: Yes / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / blue

Artist

Future Islands

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

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

Synthpop band formed in 2006 in Greenville, North Carolina and based in Baltimore, Maryland. Currently signed to 4AD.
Future Islands is a synthpop band that originated in Greenville, North Carolina back in 2006. Since then, they have made their mark on the music scene with their unique sound and captivating performances. Now based in Baltimore, Maryland, Future Islands continues to create mesmerizing music that resonates with fans worldwide.
With their distinct blend of synth-driven melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Future Islands has gained a loyal following over the years. Their energetic live shows are known for frontman Samuel T. Herring's passionate vocals and dynamic stage presence. As one of the leading bands in the genre, Future Islands has been making waves with their infectious tracks and thought-provoking lyrics.

The Baltimore group release As Long As You Are, their sixth studio record, via 4AD. As Long As You Are looks to the past as well as the future, confronting old ghosts and embracing a new hope. It is an album about trust, full of honesty, redemption and “letting go”, allowing old wounds to heal and bringing painful chapters to a close. As Long As You Are also signals a new era for Future Islands. Drummer Mike Lowry officially joins as a fully-fledged member and songwriter bolstering the founding trio of William Cashion, Samuel T. Herring and Gerrit Welmers. Together, the four-piece took on official production duties for the first time, co-producing As Long As You Are with engineer Steve Wright at his Wrightway Studios in Baltimore. Their brand of new wave synth-pop full of bright melodies and heavenly choruses is as euphoric and uninhibitedly joyful as anything the band has done in their 14-year career.

As Long As You Are

Music GB

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