Name: Preoccupations
Brand: Preoccupations

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

JAG290lp

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Black

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Rough Trade Exclusive

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Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2016-09-16

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Secre­tly

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

656605229010

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Black LP

JAG290

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656605229027

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Artist

Preoccupations

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Jagjaguwar

Cassettes

Preoccupations is a Canadian post-punk band hailing from Calgary, Alberta. Originally known as Viet Cong, the band was formed in 2012 and consists of Matt Flegel, Scott Munro, Daniel Christiansen, and Mike Wallace.
With their unique blend of atmospheric soundscapes and intense energy, Preoccupations have garnered a dedicated following within the post-punk scene. Their music explores themes of existentialism and introspection, creating a thought-provoking experience for listeners.
Known for their captivating live performances, Preoccupations have toured extensively across North America and Europe. They have released several critically acclaimed albums that showcase their evolution as musicians and songwriters. With each release, they continue to push boundaries and challenge musical conventions.

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When the four members of Preoccupations wrote and recorded their new record, they were in a state of near total instability. Years-long relationships ended; they left homes behind. Frontman Matt Flegel, guitarist Danny Christiansen, multi-instrumentalist Scott Munro and drummer Mike Wallace all moved to different cities and they resolved to change their band name, but hadn'tsettled on a new one.Andso where their previous album 'Viet Cong' was built in some ways on the abstract cycles of creation and destruction, 'Preoccupations' explores how that sometimes-suffocating, sometimes-revelatory trap affects our lives.Opener "Anxiety" articulates that tension: clattering sounds drift into focus, "Monotony" moves at a narcoleptic pace by Preoccupations' standards, "Degraded" surprises, with something like a traditional structure and an almost pop-leaning melody to its chorus, and the 11-minute-long "Memory" is the album's keystone, with an intimate narrative and a truly timeless post-punk center. All this adds up to Preoccupations: a singular, bracing collection that proves what's punishing can also be soothing, everything can change without disrupting your compass. Your best year can be your worst year at the same time. Whatever sends you flying can also help you land.

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