Name: TPC
Brand: Tokyo Police Club

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

DA222

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Colour

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Discogs ID

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

2018-11-02

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

The Orchard

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0821826024878

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Total Cap

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

DAV238W

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Extended format: Yes

Limited White Vinyl.

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2018-11-09

0821826025592

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

DAV238

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Black Vinyl.

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0821826024861

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

Artist

Tokyo Police Club

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Dine Alone Records

Dine Alone Records is a Canadian independent record label that was founded in 2005 by Joel Carriere. With a passion for discovering and nurturing talent, the label has become a prominent force in the music industry. Dine Alone Records prides itself on its diverse roster of *artists* spanning various genres including rock, indie, alternative, and more.

Over the years, Dine Alone Records has established itself as an influential player in the music scene, consistently releasing high-quality albums that resonate with fans worldwide. The label's commitment to artistic integrity and innovation has earned them a reputation for being at the forefront of cutting-edge music.

With an impressive catalog of releases from both emerging and established *performers*, Dine Alone Records continues to champion creativity and originality. Their dedication to supporting their artists throughout every step of their musical journey sets them apart from other labels. Whether it's through artist development or strategic marketing campaigns, Dine Alone Records ensures that each *artist* receives the attention they deserve.

Tokyo Police Club is a Canadian indie rock band hailing from Newmarket, Ontario. Formed in 2005, the band consists of Greg Alsop on drums and percussion, Josh Hook on guitar and percussion, Dave Monks on vocals and bass, and Graham Wright on keyboards and vocals.
With their unique blend of indie rock sound, Tokyo Police Club has gained a loyal following since their inception. Their energetic performances and catchy melodies have captivated audiences worldwide.
Known for their dynamic live shows and infectious songs, Tokyo Police Club continues to push boundaries in the indie rock scene. Their music resonates with fans who appreciate their raw talent and honest lyrics. Don't miss out on experiencing the electrifying energy of Tokyo Police Club!

If the universe had tilted the tiniest bit, there would be no TPC - the not-quite self-titled fourth (and best) Tokyo Police Club album. By 2016, singer-bassist and chief songwriter Dave Monks had settled into life in New York City; he made a solo record and did some co-writing. Drummer Greg Alsop was living and working in L.A. Keyboard player Graham Wright and guitarist Josh Hook remained in the band’s native Canada. Tokyo Police Club created songs via e-mail, thinking they had enough natural chemistry and experience to make that setup work. But eventually, the lack of friction meant there was less musical spark, and it dawned on everybody that the end was near. There was resignation, not anger, when Wright, Alsop, and Hook told Monks they were done with the band. After putting aside the idea of splitting up and back-burnering their commercial expectations, there was just one thing left to do: go to church. Specifically a church in rural Ontario, where the foursome could recapture the energy of their early years by playing in a room together. Songs that Monks had written were abandoned when they didn’t feel right for this new energy, and TPC started to take shape, built on camaraderie and esprit de corps.

Monks’ friends could once again help shape his songs into TPC songs, and the batch that ended up on the record aren’t quite like anything they’d done before. Album opener New Blues signals that Tokyo Police Club doesn’t need a racing tempo to introduce themselves; Pigs takes a sneering look at record-business politics; Simple Dude is unabashedly horny. Not giving a fuck—or, more accurately, only giving a fuck about those things closest to your heart—paid off. It’s the channeling of energy, which flows into every song on TPC, that makes the record their best. They’re through being cool, through doubting themselves, and through wasting time on ancillary things. TPC is self-titled, almost, because it’s Tokyo Police Club circa 2018—scarred but smarter, fully re-energized.