Name: Ants From Up There
Brand: Black Country, New Road

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

ZEN278

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Black

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Discogs ID

[r21933142]

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Double 140 Gram Vinyl, housed in an Artworked Gatefold Sleeve, Black Paper Inner Sleeves and 20 Page Lyric Booklet

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-02-04

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5054429151428

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

ZEN278BX

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140 Gram Deluxe Vinyl Box Set, Black Paper Inner Sleeves with 4 Art Prints and 22 Page Lyric Booklet and Sticker

5054429153033

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

ZENCD278X

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Extended format: Yes

2CD Deluxe Box Set, with 4 Art Prints, Black Paper Inner Sleeves and 22 Page Lyric Booklet and Sticker.

5054429153743

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2 / CD / Extended format: Yes / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

ZENCD278

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CD in Gatefold Sleeve, Black Paper Inner Sleeve, 20 Page Lyric Booklet and Sticker

5054429151435

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

Artist

Black Country, New Road

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Ninja Tune

A six-piece post-rock group from England, Black Country, New Road burst onto the music scene in early 2019 with their sell-out single "Athens, France" released on the label Speedy Wunderground. They quickly followed up with another hit single 'Sunglasses' on Blank Editions. Their unique sound and captivating performances garnered attention and anticipation for their debut album 'For The First Time', which was released in early 2021 to critical acclaim.

Black Country, New Road's music is a fusion of genres that defies categorization. With influences ranging from post-rock to jazz and punk, they create a dynamic and experimental sound that pushes boundaries. Their songs are characterized by intricate instrumentals, poetic lyrics, and powerful vocals.

In early 2022, Black Country, New Road released their highly anticipated second album 'Ants From Up There'. This record further solidified their reputation as one of the most exciting bands in contemporary music. With its thought-provoking themes and masterful musicianship, 'Ants From Up There' showcases the band's growth and maturity.

Ninja Tune is an independent record label based in London, England. Established in 1990 by the duo known as Coldcut, Ninja Tune was created as a platform to release underground music free from the constraints of major labels. Inspired by a visit to Japan, Coldcut sought to pioneer the emerging hip-hop/electro scene of the eighties.

The label's success can be attributed to its constantly growing roster of diverse artists and their innovative approach to music and multimedia. With the combined expertise of Black and More, along with the graphic vision of Openmind and sound business practices, Ninja Tune has become known for producing quality music while providing unparalleled support to its artists.

Notable releases include DJ Food's 'Jazz Brakes' series, which showcased instrumental hip-hop cuts produced by Coldcut. Through their dedication to musical excellence and artist empowerment, Ninja Tune has solidified its position as a leading force in the independent music industry.

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Black Country, New Road return with their second album Ants From Up There. Following on almost exactly a year to the day from the release of their acclaimed debut For the first time, the band have harnessed the momentum from that record and run full pelt into their second, with Ants From Up There managing to strike a skilful balance between feeling like a bold stylistic overhaul of what came before, as well as a natural progression.

Released alongside the announcement the band (Lewis Evans, May Kershaw, Charlie Wayne, Luke Mark, Isaac Wood, Tyler Hyde and Georgia Ellery) have also today shared the first single from the album, ‘Chaos Space Marine’, a track that has already become a live favourite with fans since its first public airings earlier this year - combining sprightly violin, rhythmic piano, and stabs of saxophone to create something infectiously fluid that builds to a rousing crescendo. It’s a track that frontman Isaac Wood calls “the best song we’ve ever written.” It’s a chaotic yet coherent creation that ricochets around unpredictably but also seamlessly. “We threw in every idea anyone had with that song,” says Wood. “So the making of it was a really fast, whimsical approach - like throwing all the shit at the wall and just letting everything stick.” Their debut For the first time is a certain 2021 Album of the Year, having received ecstatic reviews from critics and fans alike as well as being shortlisted for the prestigious Mercury Music Prize. For the first time the band melded klezmer, post-rock, indie and an often intense spoken word delivery. On Ants From Up There they have expanded on this unique concoction to create a singular sonic middle ground that traverses classical minimalism, indie-folk, pop, alt rock and a distinct tone that is already unique to the band.

Recorded at Chale Abbey Studios, Isle Of Wight, across the summer with the band’s long-term live engineer Sergio Maschetzko, it’s also an album that comes loaded with a deep-rooted conviction in the end result. “We were just so hyped the whole time,” says Hyde. “It was such a pleasure to make. I've kind of accepted that this might be the best thing that I'm ever part of for the rest of my life. And that's fine.”

Standard Tracklist: Intro Chaos Space Marine Concorde Bread Song Good Will Hunting Haldern Mark’s Theme The Place Where He Inserted the Blade Snow Globes Basketball Shoes Deluxe Tracklist Side A A1. Intro A2. Chaos Space Marine A3. Concorde A4. Bread Song Side B B1. Good Will Hunting B2. Haldern B3. Mark’s Theme Side C C1. The Place Where He Inserted the Blade C2. Snow Globes Side D D1. Basketball Shoes --- Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall Side A A1. Mark’s Theme (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) A2. Instrumental (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) A3. Athens France (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) Side B B1. Science Fair (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) B2. Sunglasses (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) Side C C1. Track X (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) C2. Opus (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) C3. Bread Song (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall) Side D D1. Basketball Shoes (Live from the Queen Elizabeth Hall)

Ants From Up There

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Discover Ants From Up There by Black Country, New Road. Limited edition LP, CD and signed copies available. A bold and unique sonic journey from the acclaimed band on Ninja Tune.