Name: Cult Leader Tactics
Brand: Paul Draper

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Bonus disc: No

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KSCOPE1050

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Green

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Discogs ID

[r21953497]

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Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: Yes

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-01-28

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

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Standard:20

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0802644805016

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

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KSCOPE1150

Picture Disc

2022-12-02

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1 / Extended format: Yes / LP

Artist

Paul Draper

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Kscope

Vinyl variants, bonus material and signed editions exclusively available from Rough Trade.

Kscope is a London-based label specializing in the progressive genre of current music. Launched in 2008, it is a division of Snapper Music, one of the industry's most respected and influential independent labels.

With an impressive roster of talented artists, Kscope has become synonymous with innovative and boundary-pushing music. The label prides itself on discovering and nurturing unique talents who are pushing the boundaries of what is possible within their respective genres.

From *Steven Wilson* to *Anathema*, *TesseracT* to *The Pineapple Thief*, Kscope represents some of the most exciting and critically acclaimed acts in contemporary music. With a focus on quality over quantity, each release from Kscope is carefully curated to ensure that it meets the high standards set by the label.

Paul Draper is a talented vocalist, guitar player, and songwriter known for his work with the band Mansun. In addition to his musical abilities, he is also a skilled sound engineer and producer. He owns his own record label and has released two EPs in 2016. His debut solo album was released in 2017.
With influences ranging from Suede to Manic Street Preachers, Paul Draper's music captures the essence of Britpop and alternative rock. Fans of Bernard Butler, Longpigs, and The Bluetones will find something to love in his unique sound.
As an artist who wears many hats, Paul Draper continues to impress with his versatility and passion for creating exceptional music. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his work, you won't be disappointed by what this multi-talented musician has to offer.

Former Mansun frontman, Paul Draper, returns with a collection of his finest songwriting since the bands' imperial phase. Cult Leader Tactics is a self-help manual on how to become a complete cult in the music industry and is his first solo album since 2017's much-lauded Spooky Action.

Cult Leader Tactics offers a satirical analysis of the self-help manual genre. A guide on how you can get to the top of your chosen profession, or ahead in life and in affairs of the heart, by acting in a Machiavellian manner, employing dirty tricks or Cult Leader Tactics to achieve your life goals. After experiencing these types of human behaviours and themes, the album arrives at the conclusion that the only true answer in life is love.

Paul plays most of the instruments on the album, including lead vocals, guitar and various Moogs and synthesisers. An album produced with long-time collaborator and acclaimed producer Paul 'P-Dub' Walton (Massive Attack, The Cure, Bjork) at Loft Studios, it also includes guest appearances from Porcupine Tree's Steven Wilson and Gam of the band Sweat as well as featuring a 288-person C.L.T. Lockdown Choir. 

Cult Leader Tactics offers a selection of Paul's most focused and ambitious work so far, a brilliantly dark commentary on an industry he is all too aware of.

Cult Leader Tactics

Music GB

Discover Cult Leader Tactics by Paul Draper on vinyl and CD. Limited edition Rough Trade exclusive. A satirical self-help manual on achieving success in the music industry.