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(1990 – present)
Stereolab is a UK-based band whose style, mixing 1950s-1960s pop and lounge music with the “motorik” beat of krautrock, was one of the first to which the term “post-rock” was applied. They are noted for the use of vintage keyboard instruments like Moog synthesizers and Vox and Farfisa organs. Stereolab is also notable for founding their own record label, Duophonic Records, with a grant from UK charity The Prince’s Trust. The band is often referred to as “The Groop” by their fans (and in the title of their song “The Groop Play Chord X” on the album Space Age Batchelor Pad Music).
They were founded in 1990 by songwriters Tim Gane (guitar, keyboards), formerly of the band McCarthy, and Laetitia Sadier (sometimes credited as Seaya Sadier; vocals, keyboards, trombone, guitar), who is from france and sings in both English and French.
Over the years, Gane and Sadier have enlisted a large number of other musicians to accompany them on stage and on record. The initial line-up featured Martin Kean, formerly of The Chills, on bass, and Joe Dilworth (from their Too Pure label-mates Th’ Faith Healers) on drums, with Russell Yates (of Moose) and Mick Conroy (ex-Modern English) also appearing at early live shows. In 1993 they recruited Andy Ramsay (drums), who has remained in the group line-up ever since, and Mary Hansen (vocals, guitar, keyboards, percussion). Hansen’s distinctive backing vocals became an important aspect of the Stereolab sound, and she remained a regular feature of the line-up until her death in a cycling accident on December 9, 2002.
They were founded in 1990 by songwriters Tim Gane (guitar, keyboards), formerly of the band McCarthy, and Laetitia Sadier (sometimes credited as Seaya Sadier; vocals, keyboards, trombone, guitar), who is from france and sings in both English and French.
Over the years, Gane and Sadier have enlisted a large number of other musicians to accompany them on stage and on record. The initial line-up featured Martin Kean, formerly of The Chills, on bass, and Joe Dilworth (from their Too Pure label-mates Th’ Faith Healers) on drums, with Russell Yates (of Moose) and Mick Conroy (ex-Modern English) also appearing at early live shows. In 1993 they recruited Andy Ramsay (drums), who has remained in the group line-up ever since, and Mary Hansen (vocals, guitar, keyboards, percussion). Hansen’s distinctive backing vocals became an important aspect of the Stereolab sound, and she remained a regular feature of the line-up until her death in a cycling accident on December 9, 2002.
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MHotel wrote:
Stereolab RIP
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allancoote wrote:
I owuldn't expect chemical chords 2 anytime soon what with them being on hiatus and whatnot, unfortunaatly.
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allancoote wrote:
I heart Stereolab Stop making crap black and white photos the default! Vote this one up http://www.last.fm/music/Stereolab/+images/2166094
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Lefreeson wrote:
I love this band! Got something like 40 Stereolab vinyls & I can´t imagine I have enough. Can´t wait for Chemical Chords 2 & Switched On 4!!!
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Selenaru_Negrea wrote:
I suspect Brakhage is so popular because it is streamable. Unless it appeared on something like Twilight soundtrack...
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Ynarmousiest wrote:
entrancing songs
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optimistic_tour wrote:
jesus, it's been months Stereolab, how have you been? sounding great as ever I hear... it always amazes me that Dots & Loops is so popular.
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_KevMusic_ wrote:
Stereolab simply make everything better.
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pliiant wrote:
stereolab never fail to amaze me. just listened to chemical chords and like pretty much all their releases, it just hits my spots again and again. there are few bands i know that i have almost 100% trust in, but i must say that stereolab are definately one of them. i'm completely full of admiration for the contribution this band have made to music... i never thought that when i heard french disco all those years ago that i'd be taken on such an utterly rewarding journey....
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MamaLuigi wrote:
I'm torn between Refried and Aluminum, in terms of the best Switched On album..
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Selenaru_Negrea wrote:
You seem to be heavy into electronic music, so I guess your best bet is Dots and Loops. Out of the compilations, get Aluminium Tunes first...
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jamesor2 wrote:
Hi, im asking fans what would be the best albhum to listen to for a beginner. Also, Ive heard theyre more obscure stuff was released on compilations, therefore, what complications are the most appealing? Comments to my page please, otherwise ill forget to return to this page.
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The_Owl_King wrote:
this band is just beautiful always a joy to my ears
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_KevMusic_ wrote:
I want my Chemical Chords 2 as well! :)
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RounderII wrote:
Lo Boob Oscillator!
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Roncsipar wrote:
I want my Chemical Chords 2!!! :C:C:C:C:C
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_KevMusic_ wrote:
Listening to that soundboard recording below is making me nostalgic. It's beautiful. RIP Mary.
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edarrau wrote:
so easy in my ears...
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STEREOLAB_BOY wrote:
Surely the coolest groop EVER!!!
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tappedhead wrote:
"Cobra and Phases Group Play Voltage in the Milky Night" is so sleek and has a great feel-good vibe. Lovely music.
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