It sounds wonderful, super clean, almost flawless. *sales figures based on certification alone^shipments figures based on certification alone, Credits adapted from the album's liner notes. The 1990 album “Bossanova” by Pixies is a solid five stars in my opinion. [17], UK magazine Select made Bossanova their album of the year for 1990. Happy with my copy! Rated #43 in the best albums of 1990, and #2712 of all-time album.. It was released in August 13, 1990 on the English independent record label 4AD in the United Kingdom and by Elektra Records in the United States. Pixies have long held the reputation of that band some bigger band emulated, to put it kindly. Having cast himself as the unhinged oracle of grisly mythical proto-grunge on Surfer Rosa (’88) and Doolittle (’89), Pixies’ Black Francis rematerialised in 1990 as noir rock’s Man From Planet X, his slasher-flick aesthetic given a sci-fi B-movie twist. Might as Well Be Gone 08:075. Rolling Stone … Producer Gil Norton also moved into the apartment complex. Bossanova simply lacks the big moments that existed on their previous records to bring this album up to classic territory. Bossanova is the third studio album by American rock band Pixies. Santiago said that the band only practiced for a two-week period, in contrast to previous practice in Boston where the group rehearsed constantly. [20] The album was also included in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.[21]. After 4AD re-acquired sole distribution rights for Pixies' back catalog, a re-issued CD (although not remastered) appeared solely on 4AD in the USA in 2004. After Pixies finished touring obligations for their second album Doolittle (1989) in January 1990, band members Black Francis, Joey Santiago, and David Lovering moved from Boston to Los Angeles. Pixies – Bossanova Label: 4AD – 9 60963-2, 4AD – 60963-2, Elektra – 9 60963-2, Elektra – 60963-2 3. Bossanova (Pixies album) is similar to these albums: Pixies (band), Pixies discography, Dig for Fire and more. The text on the right spine includes band name and album title in Japanese on left, and the same info as the left spine on right. The barcode is only on the back side of OBI. Compared to the standard reissue from a couple years ago this has noticeably better clarity. To Joey Santiago, the Pixies’ calculated lead guitarist, the secret recipe—the one pretty much every loud alternative act rolling into the 90s looked towards for inspiration—didn’t completely formulate until the band’s third full-length album, Bossanova, released 30 years ago today. The album peaked at number three in the UK Albums Chart. [6], In contrast to previous records, many songs were written in the studio and few demo recordings were created. I'm very happy with this. The album's sound, inspired by surf rock and space rock, complements its lyrical focus on outer space, which references subjects such as aliens and unidentified flying objects. [1] Lovering stated that he, Santiago, and Black Francis moved to Los Angeles because that's where they intended to record. Composta por Black Francis (vocal/guitarra), Joey Santiago (guitarra), Kim Deal (baixo/vocal) e Dave Lovering (bateria), foi uma das mais importantes bandas do cenário alternativo norte-americano durante os anos 80 e 90. Bossanova is the third studio album by American rock band Pixies. The sound is decent. Classic Masher 03:313. ... For a long time this was my least favorite Pixies album, and only recently I've kind of rediscovered it. [2], Pixies started recording material for Bossanova at Cherokee Studios in February 1990,[3] where the sessions ran into problems. Tenement Song 16:448. The overall product of Bossanova is still a grand success, and the ability to conjure up three straight solid LPs in as many years is a feat of its own. Couldn't be happier, (LP, Album, Ltd, RE, RM, TP, Unofficial, 180), Buy Vinyl. No skips, crackles or pops to speak of. Did a quick clean and it sounds wonderful. Label: Rough Trade - RTD 120.1175.2,4AD - RTD 120.1175.2 • Format: CD Album • … After the surf-pop of Bossanova (1990), the band returned to the abrasive sound of the band's earlier releases.. In comparison to the previous albums, reviewer Moira McCormick described Bossanova as "more of a straight-ahead rock album—by the Pixies' standards, meaning it's still safely off the mainstream". *Ducks*. Though these albums were in my orbit, it is the Pixies 1990 album “Bossanova,” now 40 years old this August, that I love the most. Talent 14:327. One day while visiting a bar, Norton and Santiago met producer Rick Rubin, whom they informed of their situation. The song appeared on the band's first full-length studio album, Surfer Rosa, released in 1988. 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I'm quite pleased. All tracks are written by Black Francis, except where noted. Doolittle was the most successful album for Pixies, earning them a gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America in 1995 (along with Surfer Rosa in 2005). Norton refused to tell 4AD owner Ivo Watts-Russell about the problem until he felt he could address the problems. Black Francis got inside of Kim Deal’s head, controlling how she played the bass, as well as limiting her contributions to the band. Pixies will commemorate the 30th anniversary of their third studio album, Bossanova, with a limited-edition vinyl reissue due out on August 7th. Very good pressing. The album's sound, inspired by surf rock and space rock, complements its lyrical focus on outer space, which references subjects such as aliens and unidentified flying objects. Oona 10:546. The band disbanded acrimoniously in 1993, but reunited in 2004. I didn't really notice until the intro to 'Havalina.'. Pixies are an American alternative rock band formed in 1986 in Boston, Massachusetts.The original lineup comprised Black Francis (vocals, rhythm guitar), Joey Santiago (lead guitar), Kim Deal (bass, backing vocals) and David Lovering (drums). Sometimes it's good, sometimes not. The album's sound, inspired by surf rock and space rock, complements its lyrical focus on outer space, which references subjects such as aliens and unidentified flying objects. Topic. [9], The UK reviews of Bossanova were generally positive. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1990 CD release of Bossanova on Discogs. BOSSANOVA" on left, "COCY-6628" (black) and "4 A D" (white on red) on right. Bossanova (Pixies album) Share. Rubin had his secretary find another studio for the group, and the band continued recording at Master Control. My copy arrived with a very slight warp, but man this pressing sounds crisp and clear. When Bossanova arrived in 1990, it reflected the exhaustion the Pixies felt after Doolittle's … Bossanova is the third studio album by American rock band Pixies.It was released in August 13, 1990 on the English independent record label 4AD in the United Kingdom and by Elektra Records in the United States. Following a hiatus in 1989, the band reconvened to release Bossanova in 1990 and Trompe … The 1990 album “Bossanova” by Pixies is a solid five stars in my opinion. Because of 4AD's independent status, major label Elektra Records handled distribution in the United States; Bossanova reached number 70 on the Billboard 200. Norton decided to work at overdubs somewhere else for a few days until the problem was corrected, but when he returned to Cherokee, he found that any time something was plugged into a guitar amplifier it would generate "this incredible hum". Baal's Back 06:144. Booklet reproduction is stellar - can't go wrong with v23/Vaughan Oliver (RIP). "[16] NME noted that the album's production "leans towards the harsh garage grunge of Surfer Rosa, although the songs retain the strong melodies of Doolittle," and said that "Bossanova is the composite Pixies LP. I know they were recording just before grunge and alternative rock in general really took off, but an album like Bossanova hardly seems out of the mainstream now to me. Norton said that nothing could be recorded after six P.M. because the recording desk would pick up pirate radio stations. While The Cure and The Stone Roses would never release a worthy follow up to their 1989 classics, The Pixies bounced back only a couple of months later with an album equal to or greater than the awesome powers of Doolittle. 1. [4], One album song, "Blown Away", had been written in Spain in early June 1989 while on tour. This looks like it may have been pressed at QRP (I have no proof and actually it surprises me given the issues with extra plastic, etc., but explains the general lack of surface noise) and cut by Ryan Smith at Sterling. [5] The song was recorded at Hansa Tonstudio after their 19 June 1989 Berlin gig with producer Gil Norton who was specially flown in for the one-song session. No issues here, this reissue sounds fantastic! Label: 4AD - 4AD 0265 LPX,4AD - 4AD0265LPX • Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Limited Edition, Reissue Red • Country: USA & Europe • Genre: Rock • Style: Alternative Rock Even the title of the album is open for interpretation: a Brazilian style of music employed in some songs, a really cool (boss) star explosion, or a typo (Bossa nova is the genre of music). This is evident on “Bossanova”. Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab released a version in 2008 that was remastered from the original analog master tapes. Th e y found relatively modest success, but set up numerous acts (lotta grunge ones) for success in the ’90s, including Nirvana and my favorite band, Weezer. Genres: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock. I’m kinda sad about the the quality of the reprinting of the cover, sleeve, and booklet. It's quality work, aside from pressing plant issues. That's just the nature of that songwriting. I was very excited about this 30 year anniversary release with the special red vinyl, which is very cool. No issues whatsoever with my copy. Stream Bossanova by Pixies and tens of millions of other songs on all your devices with Amazon Music Unlimited. CAD 0010 CD; CD). The disc is flat and very clean. Bossanova, an Album by Pixies. Deal ultimately decided to travel out to Los Angeles with the rest of the group. I’m kinda sad about the the quality of the reprinting of the cover, sleeve, and booklet. I wish the jacket was matte texture finish like the 2008 pressing. "[8], The album was released in August 1990 on 4AD in the UK, and jointly by 4AD and Elektra in the USA. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 2020 Red Vinyl release of Bossanova on Discogs. [7] Black Francis noted, "So I was writing [lyrics] on napkins five minutes before I sang. It was released in August 13, 1990 on the English independent record label 4AD in the United Kingdom and by Elektra Records in the United States. My record was warped and shedding red. The three band members lived in the Oakwood apartments, along with comic Garrett Morris and members of the band White Lion. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1990 CD release of Bossanova on Discogs. Label: 4AD - 9 60963-2,4AD - 60963-2,Elektra - 9 60963-2,Elektra - 60963-2 • Format: CD Album • Country: US • Genre: Rock • Style: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock I also had a lengthy piece of shedding on my copy as well, along with some paper flakes. Exclusive discount for Prime members. Two singles were released from Bossanova, "Velouria" and "Dig for Fire"; both charted on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart, at #4 and #11, respectively. 4. It's sounding like this isn't the best-pressed record. Head Carrier 00:002. Popular music must have really changed in twenty years, because I've never found the Pixies to be as inaccessible as people seem to say they were. Q's Mat Snow, in his September 1990 review of Bossanova, said "the Pixies are masters of the calculated incongruity," and commented that "they give other rockers an object lesson in the first principles of how it should be done. I was very excited about this 30 year anniversary release with the special red vinyl, which is very cool. "[14], Rolling Stone gave Bossanova three out of five stars. The Pixies story is one of the most interesting in the alt rock narrative, in my hurmble opinion. As others have noted, there was a minimal amount of shedding on my copy, but after a clean it's pristine. Bassist Kim Deal meanwhile stayed in the UK to record the first Breeders album during January with producer Steve Albini. Released 13 August 1990 on 4AD (catalog no. NME gave the album 9 and a half out of ten when it was released in 1988 but in retrospect it feels like a 10/10 record. ... (full studio) album. Pixies é uma banda de rock alternativo formada em Boston, Massachusetts em 1986. The album's sound, inspired by surf rock and space rock, complements its lyrical focus on outer space, which references subjects such as aliens and unidentified flying objects. Trompe le Monde is the fourth studio album by the American alternative rock band Pixies, released on September 23, 1991 on 4AD in the United Kingdom and Elektra Records in the United States. It’s controversial not to rank Pixies’ first full-length album top. A much more playful and bright album, Bossanova is full of pop songs with nothing shocking inbetween. Maybe a little off-center on side two. 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