Name: KICK ii
Brand: Arca

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

XL-1212-LP

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Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2022-05-20

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Beggars Group

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

191404121214

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Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Arca

Genre US

Electronic

Label US

XL Recordings

Arca is a Barcelona-based electronic producer, composer, and singer. Born in Caracas, she moved with her parents to the United States as a child before returning to Venezuela and later going back to the US for college at New York University.
With her unique blend of experimental sounds and captivating vocals, Arca has become known for pushing boundaries in the electronic music scene. Her compositions are often characterized by their haunting melodies and intricate production techniques.
Having collaborated with renowned artists such as FKA twigs and Kanye West, Arca's influence extends beyond her solo work. Her innovative approach to music has earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base worldwide.

If KiCk i is a multidimensional self-portrait that held all of Arca’s many mutations, KICK ii sees her deconstruct reggaeton rhythms she grew up listening to in Caracas, balancing structure and chaos to create her most accessible work yet, without sacrificing any of her uncompromising experimentation; the rising cycle. KicK iii sees her returning to the club nights that shaped her early adult-hood where Arca was born: the surrealist DJ, warping dance music structures to fit her singular vision—relentless rhythms to drive listeners into uncharted states of euphoria, anthems for the basementdark queer clubs of our cyberpunk near-future; the climax of the cycle. With kick iiii, the cycle resolves, and a new species of xenopop emerges, sensual and serene. Arca’s talents as a composer and sound designer take the lead on closing track “Paw,” setting melodies to drift on deep, gentle waves of orchestral ambience, an oceanic bliss. On kiCK iiiii the ambient ecstasy transitions swiftly into lullaby-like compositions as we come to the conclusion of the KICK series; the renewal stage.

KICK ii

Music US

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