Name: FFS (Franz Ferdinand / Sparks)
Brand: Franz Ferdinand

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Catalogue number

LP-WIG-349

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2015-06-09

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

887828034918

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

Artist

Franz Ferdinand

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Domino

Franz Ferdinand is a band formed in Glasgow in 2002. The name of the band was originally inspired by a racehorse called Archduke Ferdinand. After seeing the horse win the Northumberland Plate in 2001, the band began to discuss Archduke Franz Ferdinand and thought it would be a good band name because of the alliteration of the name and the implications of *his assassination* (which was a significant factor in the lead up to World War I).

With their unique blend of indie rock and post-punk revival, Franz Ferdinand has become one of the most influential bands of their generation. Their catchy hooks, energetic performances, and clever lyrics have garnered them a dedicated fan base worldwide.

Influenced by artists such as *Kaiser Chiefs*, *The Last Shadow Puppets*, and *Dirty Pretty Things*, Franz Ferdinand's music combines infectious melodies with thought-provoking themes. They have released several critically acclaimed albums including "Franz Ferdinand" (2004), "You Could Have It So Much Better" (2005), and "Tonight: Franz Ferdinand" (2009).

When the seminal Los Angeles duo Sparks and Glasgow-based quartet Franz Ferdinand decided to record together, it was a flawed and potentially disastrous idea, right? Wrong, as 'FFS' is one of the strongest albums of either bands' career. Produced by Grammy-award winning John Congleton (St Vincent, David Byrne) at London's RAK Studios, the album 'FFS' took 15 days to complete. 'Kimono My House'-era Sparks fans will recognize how 'FFS' highlights their classic 'pop rock' DNA, and Franz Ferdinand fans won't be dissapointed to hear the band at their peak of their powers as they bring their exhilaratingly unique and witty modern rock sound to the collaboration. Very much a new project, FFS doesn't truly sound like either band, but a striking and fascinating mutation. So in the right hands, collaborations DO work, and beautifully. The strength of the two bands is bigger than the sum of the parts.

FFS (Franz Ferdinand / Sparks)

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