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LCD Soundsystem's 45:33 to hit CD, vinyl
Sure, it's great to have a disco soundtrack to a solitary morning jog, but LCD Soundsystem's music works best when shared with friends. Whether it's at a house party or a club-sized rave, those elastic grooves always sound better when there are multiple bodies gyrating in time. To that end, Mr. James Murphy will generously issue 45:33 - his dance symphony to God - on CD and double vinyl. Originally commissioned by Nike for its "Original Run" music series, the single, album-length track proved popular enough during its iTunes-only run to warrant an official release. The album relaunch also introduces... read more
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It’s been several years since James Murphy dropped his first single, music-geek anthem “Losing My Edge”... read more
Found in: Music, FeaturesLCD Soundsystem Tours North America
“North American Scum” may be the name of the first single off of LCD Soundsystem’s highly-anticipated Sound of Silver LP, but the band clearly doesn’t think so poorly of the continent, as it just announced a fourteen tour dates throughout Canada and the US. Highlights will surely include their two-night stint at New York City’s Bowery Ballroom, an appearance at Coachella, and an April 11th Letterman performance. Sounds of Silver is set for release on March 20th. The digital-only EP, featuring the “North American Scum” single plus two remixes, is currently available through iTunes. March 30 - New York, N.Y.... read more
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Found in: Music, ReviewsLCD Soundsystem Composes Nike Jogging Anthem
According to Pitchforkmedia.com, post-punk electronic auteur James Murphy, aka LCD Soundsystem, has composed a 45-minute song to accompany workouts at the request of Nike. The song, titled "45:33," will be available for download on iTunes through the Nike+ store for $9.99. Murphy was apparently inspired by the prospect of producing a piece that deviated from the more marketable pop song format, similar to the longer work he had done while remixing Gorillaz and UNKLE as DFA.... read more
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