Name: International Rescue
Brand: Swell Maps

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CD-ALIVE-0035

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2008-01-29

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

95081003521

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Total Cap

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

Artist

Swell Maps

Genre US

Label US

English post-punk group, Swell Maps, formed in 1972 in Birmingham, England. The band was founded by brothers Epic Soundtracks and Nikki Sudden. They were joined by Richard Earl, David Barrington, John Cockrill, and Jowe Head to complete the lineup. Swell Maps released two albums and four singles before disbanding in 1980.
Swell Maps emerged as a prominent figure in the post-punk movement of the late 1970s. Their unique sound blended elements of punk rock with experimental and avant-garde influences. With their innovative approach to music-making, they garnered a dedicated following.
Despite their relatively short-lived career, Swell Maps left an indelible mark on the music scene. Their influence can still be heard today among artists across various genres. Discover their groundbreaking discography and immerse yourself in the sonic world of Swell Maps.

New Wave / Post Punk

this is the 180-gram clear vinyl pressing of the 1999 alive release compiled by nikki sudden (sadly, no longer with us). swell maps began in 1972. they were formed by brothers epic soundtracks and nikki sudden together with their friend david barrington. jowe head, richard earl and john cockrill came on board over the next few years. richard and jowe stayed - the others became more temporary members. in september 1977 the maps went in the studio for the first time - although many home recordings were made - and still exist! swell maps were (are) seen as being a cross between can and t. rex by the members of the band. others may disagree but that's their loss. all the band's singles (four) and albums (two) went to number one in the british independent charts. swell maps broke up in mid-1980 for many reasons - some known - many others unknown. apparently they have influenced many bands including sonic youth, pavement, pussy galore, but don't blame them for this. swell maps played 50 shows during their lifetime. they were supposed to tour the states during 1980 but broke up too soon. after the demise of the band in the early '80s, epic soundtracks played with these immortal souls and crime and the city solution, ultimately recording solo, while nikki sudden was pursuing his own solo career, collaborating with a wide range of artists, from rem to wilco. epic soundtracks died in 1997. rip. nikki sudden died in 2006.

International Rescue

Music US