Name: Half Free
Brand: U.S. Girls

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Limited edition

Release date

2015-09-25

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PIAS

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U.S. Girls

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Alternative / Modern

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The influential 4AD label was started in 1980 by music enthusiasts Ivo Watts-Russell and Peter Kent with financial help from Beggars Banquet, whose record store chain the pair worked for. Originally called Axis, they released an initial series of four 7" singles before finding out that the name Axis was already being used by another label. They quickly came up with a new name, 4AD, inspired by typography on a flyer announcing their releases. Under Ivo Watts-Russell's guidance, drawing influence from other UK indie labels such as Beggars Banquet, Postcard Records and Factory, 4AD quickly established a unique identity thanks to both the cover designs of Vaughan Oliver/v23 and the label's unique numbering system.

In 1992, 4AD entered a highly publicized Stateside distribution deal with Warner Bros. Records, opening offices in New York headed up by Robin Hurley. The label was largely run from California for most of the decade after Ivo Watts-Russell moved to Los Angeles in the mid-90s. In November 1999 it was announced that Martin Mills had taken over as chairman and relocated its HQ to London.

Decoding their unique numbering system reveals various formats like mail-order only releases (4AD), LPs (CAD), MP3 downloads (EAD), posters (FAD), videos (VAD) and more. The numeric portion of their catalog numbers

U.S. Girls is a Toronto-based art-pop project formed in 2007, consisting of American musician and record producer Meghan Remy with collaborators. With an impressive discography spanning over a decade, U.S. Girls has carved out a unique space in the music industry.
Their captivating sound draws influences from various genres, resulting in a mesmerizing blend of pop, rock, and experimental elements. Known for their thought-provoking lyrics and distinctive vocals, *Meghan Remy* delivers powerful performances that leave listeners captivated.
U.S. Girls' music has garnered critical acclaim and has resonated with fans around the world. Their ability to push boundaries while maintaining accessibility sets them apart from their peers. If you enjoy artists such as Lonnie Holley, Mega Bog, or Avey Tare, then U.S. Girls should be on your radar.

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US Girls release 'Half Free', her debut album for 4AD. The work of Illinois-born, Toronto-based artist Meg Remy, US Girls has evolved in recent years from the coarse 4-track fidelity found on her early recordings to more luscious and unabashed works, packed with a fiery pop sensibility. 'Half Free' is the next step in this impressive transformation, an honest and lyrically jarring exploration of emotions, drenched in a bath of raw beats and loops that have become the hallmark of her work with producer and frequent collaborator Onakabazien. Other album guests include Slim Twig (DFA), Ben Cook (Fucked Up, Young Guv), Amanda Crist (Ice Cream) and Tony Price.

Half Free

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