Name: Pentastar
Brand: Earth

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

sp361

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Discogs ID

[r700865]

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2019-01-04

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

98787036114

Total Cap

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

Artist

Earth

Genre GB

Metal

Label GB

Sub Pop

Earth is an influential American drone metal band formed in 1989. Known for their slow, heavy soundscapes and minimalist approach to music, Earth has been a driving force in the development of the genre. Led by guitarist Dylan Carlson, the band's music is characterized by its atmospheric and meditative qualities. With a discography spanning over three decades, Earth continues to push boundaries and captivate audiences with their unique sonic landscapes.

Throughout their career, Earth has collaborated with various artists from different genres, including Kurt Cobain of Nirvana. Their groundbreaking album "Earth 2: Special Low Frequency Version" is widely regarded as one of the most important releases in drone metal history.

With their distinct sound and innovative approach to music, Earth has garnered a dedicated fan base worldwide. Their live performances are known for creating an immersive experience that transports listeners into another realm. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to their music, exploring Earth's discography is sure to be a captivating journey through the depths of sound.

Short for "Subterranean Pop" 

The label was an outgrowth of [a=Bruce Pavitt]'s Olympia, WA based (print) fanzine, which became the well respected cassettezine of the same name. 

After his move to Seattle he ran a music column in the Seattle Rocket also called Sub Pop.

After initial forays into the record label world with a [a=Green River] 7" (not officially on Sub Pop) and the Sub Pop 100 LP, the label exploded onto the indie scene with four influential colored vinyl 7"s which included [a=Mudhoney]'s "Touch Me I'm Sick" which made the year-end top 10 playlist of nearly every music journalist in the world.

Subsequent hyping of the label in the English music press put them on the map, and grunge was born.

Label-Code is 03159; rarely found printed on releases (basically only on releases manufactured/licensed by Warner/WEA Germany)

vinyl reissue! earth is now dylan carsson and ian dickson. in february '96 2 new members are added to the group; shawn mcelligot on lead guitar and mike mcdaniels on drums. the group travels to studio 45, (which happens to be in the old colt manufacturing plant) in hartford, connecticut to record with mike deming. 'pentastar' (in the style of demons) is a result of the connecticut sessions and is released july 23rd 1996 on sub pop. this is an earth rock album. bass, drums, guitars and (some ) vocals. it is the most traditional sounding earth album recorded. after the release of this album the group disbands and earth/dylan carlson go on hiatus.

Pentastar

Music GB