Name: Microshift
Brand: Hookworms

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

WIGCD423

Colour

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Spined 'mini LP' wallet and printed inner sleeve. 

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-02-02

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

887828042326

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

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3mm spined outer sleeve. Black 180 Gram heavyweight vinyl. Printed inner sleeve. Download card.

887828042319

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

Artist

Hookworms

Genre GB

Psychedelic

Label GB

Domino

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*, ...).

Hookworms is an indie rock band hailing from Leeds, UK. Known for their unique sound and energetic performances, they have gained a dedicated following over the years.
However, on October 31, 2018, the band shocked fans by announcing their split. This decision came after serious allegations of sexual and mental abuse were made against the band's frontman. The news left many disappointed and saddened by the turn of events.
Despite this unfortunate ending to their journey as a band, Hookworms' music continues to resonate with listeners around the world. Their legacy in the indie rock scene remains intact, showcasing their talent and creativity that captivated audiences throughout their career.

Hookworms return with their first project in three years, available on 180-gram heavyweight vinyl.

Microshift marks a seismic shift in the Leeds band's sound, dynamic, songwriting and production, whilst still bearing all the ferocious energy, intricate musicianship and bruised but beautiful song-craft of the previous releases which have quietly made them one of the UK's most revered young bands. This is the band's third studio album technically but arguably the first in which the studio has been central to its creation.

Radiant, immersive and teeming with light, but still heavy and forceful - the music on Microshift acts as a very deliberate counter to some of the difficult topics the album's lyrics address. Death, disease, heartbreak, body image and even natural disaster are all present here but the overall effect these songs achieve is euphoric catharsis.

Hookworms will be performing &amp; signing instore at <a href="https://www.roughtrade.com/events/hookworms-live-signing">Rough Trade East - Friday, 9th February</a> and <a href="https://www.roughtrade.com/events/bristol-hookworms-live-signing">Rough Trade Bristol - Saturday, 10th February</a>.

CD - Spined 'mini LP' wallet and printed inner sleeve. 

LP - 3mm spined outer sleeve. Black 180 Gram heavyweight vinyl. Printed inner sleeve. Download card.

LP+ - 3mm spined outer sleeve. Printed PVC outer sleeve. Black 180 Gram heavyweight vinyl. Printed inner sleeve. Download card.