Details: Names Records in conjunction with Two Piers Editions are delighted to announce the long awaited 21st Anniversary reissue of the debut album from The Earlies. 'These Were the Earlies' was released on Names Records / 679 Recordings in July of 2004 and quickly became one of that summer's essential albums. "The Best Debut Album of 2004" - UNCUT "Insane Pop Genius. Scintillating" - 10/10. NME NME #1 Top Rated Album 2004 There is much here to love" - The Sunday Times "This rustic hymn to imperfect pop is a reminder that Britain and the States still have a special relationship." - The Observer This Numbered Limited Edition Vinyl (1000) will be issued on Double Cream Vinyl, includes a poster and new refreshed artwork by Rina Donnersmarck. Produced by the band and Tom Knott. Beautifully Remastered by Shawn Joseph (Portishead, Beak, PJ Harvey). The Earlies are Brandon Carr (Dallas, Tx) Vocals/Guitar (The Danes, Cosmic Cowboy, Corner Suns), Christian Madden (Burnley, Lancs) Keyboards (Christian Madden and the Enemy Chorus, Doves, Liam Gallagher, Oasis), JM Lapham (Abilene, Tx) Electronics (The Late Chord, The Revival Hour), Giles Hatton (Manchester, Lancs) Electronics (Black Lodge).

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