Timely reissue of Electrelane's highly sought - after sophomore album. After a modest debut, this British quartet joined Too Pure to expand their reach. They tried to book the All Tomorrow's Parties (ATP) music festival with the help of the legendary producer Steve Albini, but the roster was full. Albini invited them to work with him later, and in 2003, they recorded The Power Out at his Electrical Audio studio in Chicago over three weeks. The album has a more stripped - down sound than their debut, thanks to Albini's preference for all - analog, no - frills recording with limited effects. With a Krautrock influence and pop - music conventions, many songs are in foreign languages and have literary references. Standout track 'The Valleys' features the Chicago a cappella ensemble. Original pressings of The Power Out are sold at high prices. Now, you can get a faithful reissue at a great price. Comes with an MP3 download card. Music label: Too Pure 2013. Reviewed by Michu Meszaros 01/2014.
Using this vinyl is simple. Just place it on your turntable, gently drop the needle onto the record, and enjoy the music. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid leaving fingerprints or dirt on the record, which can affect the sound quality. Store the vinyl in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep it in its protective sleeve when not in use to prevent scratches. If the record gets dirty, you can use a vinyl cleaning brush to gently remove dust and debris. The MP3 download card that comes with it can be used by following the instructions on the card to access the digital version of the album on your device.
