Name: World Contact Day
Brand: Blue States

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MI0711CD

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-03-18

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PIAS

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Standard:20

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5056340103371

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

MI0711LP

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Artist

Blue States

Genre GB

Electronic

Label GB

Memphis Industries

An English electronica/downtempo music project formed in 1997 in London, *Blue States* is headed up by Andy Dragazis. With a unique blend of electronic beats and soothing melodies, Blue States has carved out their own niche in the music industry. Their sound is often compared to artists such as Kinobe, Bent, and Lemon Jelly.
Known for their mesmerizing live performances and captivating studio albums, Blue States has gained a loyal following around the world. Their music transports listeners to another realm, creating an immersive experience that leaves a lasting impression.
Drawing inspiration from various genres including trip-hop, ambient, and jazz, Blue States creates lush soundscapes that are both introspective and uplifting. Their tracks have been featured in films, commercials, and television shows, further solidifying their place as influential figures in the electronica scene.

Memphis Industries is a British independent record label based in North London. Established in 1998 by the brothers Ollie Jacob and Matt Jacob, it has become a prominent player in the music industry. With their first release being Blue States' Forever EP, Memphis Industries quickly made a name for itself as a platform for talented artists.

Over the years, Memphis Industries has nurtured and supported numerous *artists* who have gone on to achieve great success. The label prides itself on its diverse roster, spanning various genres including indie rock, electronic, and folk. Their commitment to quality music has earned them an esteemed reputation among both fans and critics alike.

With an impressive catalog of releases under their belt, Memphis Industries continues to discover and promote emerging talent from around the world. Their passion for music shines through in every release they put out, making them a go-to destination for music lovers looking for something fresh and exciting.

Blue States returns with his sixth album titled World Contact Day via Memphis Industries. The album is named after the day each year on which UFO society International Flying Saucer Bureau tries to contact alien lifeform. World Contact Day arrives six years after the previous Blue States album, written and recorded partly at Dragazis' Lightwell Recordings studio in Hackney featuring a combination of instrumental soundscapes and vocal songs that draw from influences as diverse as world as Morricone, Vangelis, Beak, Broadcast and The Carpenters. Songs on the new record feature guest vocals from the likes of Giampaolo Speziale and Federica Caiozzo of the Italian band, Malihini, English folk-musician, Rachael Dadd and Miami-based Allison May-Brice (The 18th Day Of May, Lake Ruth).

World Contact Day

Music GB