Name: The Names
Brand: Baio

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

gls017602

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2015-09-18

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

The Orchard

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0810599020866

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Total Cap

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

Artist

Baio

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Glassnote

Chris Baio, born on 29 October 1984 in Bronxville, New York, is best known as a bassist and songwriter for US indie rock band Vampire Weekend. He also releases electronic music under the name Baio. With his solo releases and remixes, Baio has showcased his talent and versatility beyond the band's sound.
Inspired by artists such as Tanlines, Twin Shadow, and Rostam, Baio's music blends elements of indie rock with electronic beats. His unique style resonates with fans of diverse acts like Yeasayer, Holy Ghost!, Cut Copy, and Jumper Boy.
Known for his contributions to Vampire Weekend's success and collaborations with other talented musicians like Ra Ra Riot and Django Django, Baio continues to push boundaries in the music industry. Fans can expect a captivating blend of genres from this multi-talented artist.

Glassnote is an American record label launched in 2007 by a renowned music executive. With a focus on indie rock and alternative rock artists, Glassnote has also released music from popular artists across various genres. The label is distributed by RED Distribution in the United States and signed a global distribution agreement with Universal Music Group in 2014, excluding Australia/New Zealand (Liberator) and South Africa (Just Music). In November of 2018, Glassnote made a distribution deal with AWAL, followed by a new partnership with The Orchard starting June 2022.

Vampire Weekend's Chris Baio makes dance music under the name Baio. Baio releases his first full-length album, 'The Names' via Glassnote Records. The record takes it title from Don Delillo's 1982 novel. 'The Names', produced by Baio, explores ideas of space - of belonging, identity and finding a place in the world. Some of this was occasioned by his own geographical shift - having recently moved to London, he found himself struck by his new city's expanse of sky, green space, and globalness - elements that infuse the record's sound. Across its nine tracks, Baio wanted to return, in part, to the electronic music he'd enjoyed while DJing at college, but also to investigate his own lyrical and vocal style to create something quite new and not easily categorized.LP - Housed in Gatefold Sleeve.

The Names

Music GB