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Rocketship

A Certain Smile, a Certain Sadness
[ Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition) ]

A Certain Smile, a Certain Sadness

SKU: V136119 Barcode: 0749846004017
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition)

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  • Released Date: 20 Mar 2026

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take
Get ready to blast off into a whimsical world of indie pop perfection with Rocketship's debut album, "A Certain Smile, a Certain Sadness." This cult classic encapsulates everything we love about lo-fi shoegaze, with its dreamy vocals, fuzzy guitars, and infectious melodies that will have you floating through outer space in no time. Lead singer Dusty Reske's ethereal vocals soar over intricate layers of synth and jangly guitar, creating a lush soundscape that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Tracks like "I Love You Like the Way That I Used to Do" and "Hey, Hey, Girl" transport you to a bygone era of indie rock, while still feeling fresh and exciting. The album's lo-fi production gives it a charming DIY quality, as if the band recorded it in their own rocketship-turned-recording studio. But don't let the lo-fi aesthetic fool you – the songwriting is top-notch, with every track packing a punch that will leave you craving more. Rocketship's "A Certain Smile, a Certain Sadness" is a hidden gem that deserves to be unearthed and celebrated. If you're a fan of bands like The Pains of Being Pure at Heart or The Radio Dept., this album is a must-listen. So buckle up, hit play, and let Rocketship take you on a celestial journey you won't soon forget.

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