Cate Le Bon's 'Pompeii' is her sixth studio album, following the 2019 Mercury-nominated 'Reward'. With a title evoking apocalypse, Le Bon says the metaphor goes beyond 'dissection of immediacy'. The album is sonically minimal in parts, with lyrics ranging from self - reflection to direct address. Le Bon wrote it mainly on bass, composed alone, played most instruments (except drums and saxophones), and recorded it mostly by herself with Samur Khouja in Cardiff. She aimed to mimic the 'religious' feel of a Tim Presley painting on the studio wall, which also became the album cover. Features include signature synths like those from the Yamaha DX7, 80s Japanese city - pop inspired basslines for joy, memorable vocal arrangements, Stella Mozgawa's 'jazz - thinking' percussion from Australia, and Khouja's support. It comes on sun - yellow colored vinyl, is an indie exclusive, housed in a gatefold sleeve with a printed insert, includes a digital download, and is a limited edition from Mexican Summer 2022.
To enjoy this Cate Le Bon 'Pompeii' vinyl, simply place it on your turntable and let the music play. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid leaving fingerprints or dirt on it. After each use, gently wipe the vinyl with a soft, anti - static cloth to keep it clean. Store the vinyl upright in a cool, dry place to prevent warping. The gatefold sleeve and printed insert are part of the charm, so handle them carefully to avoid tearing. You can also access the digital download included in the package by following the instructions provided to listen on your digital devices.
