Name: Ctrl
Brand: SZA

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

88985449191

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Colour

Colour details

Discogs ID

[r11150838]

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Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Double Translucent Green Vinyl Set.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-12-08

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Sony

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

889854491918

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Total Cap

LPx2

88985449192

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2017-07-07

889854491925

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

Artist

Genre GB

R&B / Neo-Soul

Label GB

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RCA is a multinational record label that has been used worldwide and is currently owned by Sony Music Entertainment. The name RCA originally referred to the Radio Corporation of America, a US electronic and communications company formed in 1919. In 1929, RCA acquired the Victor Talking Machine Co., which had released records on the Victor and Victrola labels. The record division became known as RCA Victor until late 1968 when it became RCA Records.

In 1985, RCA Records became part of RCA/Ariola International. At the end of that year, General Electric purchased the RCA Corporation. In 1986, GE sold the remainder of RCA Records to Bertelsmann (Ariola's owner) and formed the Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG). Since then, RCA Records has switched owners twice and is currently owned by Sony Music Entertainment.

On September 26, 2011, Sony Music Entertainment reorganized the RCA Records group into its own label banner. This merger brought artists from Jive, Arista, LaFace, and J Records under the umbrella of RCA. Additionally, reissues from these imprints will be handled by RCA as well.

SZA is a critically acclaimed American singer-songwriter known for her soulful R&B sound. Born Solána Imani Rowe on November 8, 1989, in St. Louis, Missouri, she began her music career in the early 2010s. With her unique vocal style and introspective lyrics, SZA quickly gained recognition and became a prominent figure in the music industry.
Her debut studio album "Ctrl" was released in 2017 to widespread acclaim and commercial success. The album showcased SZA's versatility as an artist, blending elements of R&B, hip-hop, and neo-soul to create a distinct sound that resonated with listeners worldwide.
Throughout her career, SZA has collaborated with various artists such as Kendrick Lamar and Travis Scott, further solidifying her presence in the music scene. Her powerful performances and thought-provoking songwriting have earned her numerous accolades including Grammy nominations.

Much-anticipated debut album, and fourth release overall, by T.D.E.’s first lady, SZA. Following Z, Ctrl speaks upon SZA’s perspective within previous relationships and the often relatable difficulties that many recognize. The tracks convey themes of love, hate, heartbreak, revenge, and self-perception. Somewhere between the house built by Frank Ocean’s monotone and falsetto and Migos’ signature trap cadences, SZA’s unique manipulation of language in performance moves far afield of clever euphemisms and the temporary high of rap entendres or gospel runs to focus on the deliberate deconstruction of words. Laced with 14 tracks in total, it features guest appearance from the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Travis Scott, James Fauntleroy and Isaiah Rashada. Production is handled by Antydote, Cam O’Bi, Bēkon, Carter Lang, Frank Dukes, Terrace Martin, and ThankGod4Cody among others.

2LP - Double Translucent Green Vinyl Set with Download.

Ctrl

Music GB

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