Name: Cowboy
Brand: Erasure

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

stumm155

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Download code: No

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2016-06-24

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5016025311552

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

Artist

Erasure

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Label GB

Mute

Erasure is an English Synth-Pop Duo formed in London in 1985. The duo consists of Singer and Songwriter Andy Bell, and Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist Vince Clarke. They made their mark on the music scene with their debut single "Who Needs Love Like That?"
Throughout their career, Erasure has continued to captivate audiences with their unique blend of catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Their infectious sound has earned them a dedicated fan base worldwide.
With numerous hit singles and albums under their belt, Erasure remains one of the most influential acts in the synth-pop genre. Their innovative approach to music production sets them apart from other artists, making each release a highly anticipated event for fans.

Please note, some Mute issues also carry an EMI logo. This is not a label and EMI should not be added as a label, it instead indicates that Mute was part of the EMI Group.

Founded in 1978 by [a=Daniel Miller], Mute (also known as [l36339]) releases various forms of music, with an emphasis on electronic and experimental pop. In May 2002 the label was acquired by the [l=EMI Group]. In 2010 Miller did an agreement with EMI to handle Mute as an independent label again, licensing the trademark from EMI via his company [l=Mute Artists Ltd.], but EMI kept the rights over Mute's back catalogue. After the EMI Group was dissolved, in 2012 [l206061] acquired [l636]'s back catalogue.

Branch offices exist in Germany ([l168349]) and in North America ([l36296]). 

Mute has spawned many regional and special-interest sublabels, some of which are still active. One offshoot, [l=Parallel Series], even became independent of [l636] Mute also operates Mute Bank Mail Order, which sells the label's merchandise directly to consumers. Mute Bank published two issues of [i]Mute Statement[/i], a softcover book that details the entire discography of the label and includes band profiles and photos of release artwork.

Another label strongly associated with Mute is [l=Toast Hawaii], run by [a=Depeche Mode]'s [a=Andrew Fletcher].

Label code: [b]LC 05834[/b] / [b]LC 5834[/b]

‘[b]P[/b]’, included to the catalog numbers,
generally stand for promo copies.
‘[b]L[/b]’, included to the catalog numbers,
generally stand for limited editions.

This release is part of Erasure's 30th anniversary campaign and is pressed on 180 Gram vinyl with original artwork and packaging. After 1995's expansive, experimental 'Erasure' album, and its subsequent poor sales and decidedly mixed reception (even among fans), Erasure returned to their roots on 1997's 'Cowboy.' The emphasis here is on hooks, melodies and catchy arrangements (Andy Bell said "Cowboy" is "ultrapop") - nothing deep, nothing innovative. And it works perfectly. With Vince Clarke's melodic gifts still in fine form and Andy Bell's voice as clear and pristine as ever (in addition to his romantic, occasionally awkward lyrics), 'Cowboy' is the fourth straight near-perfect pop album from Erasure. Some bands fade creatively as the years go by - Erasure continues to improve.

Cowboy

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