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The Flying Club Cup

The Flying Club Cup

SKU: V74682 Barcode: 0656605365411
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 30 Aug 2019

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Oh, my darlings, gather round! Our beloved indie troubadour Zach Condon, a.k.a Beirut, has once again whisked us away to a whimsical world of orchestral pop with his latest offering, "The Flying Club Cup."

This album is like your favourite vintage record store come to life, complete with brass bands, accordions, and Condon's distinctive crooning vocals. From the enchanting opener "Nantes" to the jaunty romp of "A Sunday Smile," each track feels like a lost gem unearthed from a bygone era.

Condon's songwriting prowess is on full display here, weaving tales of love, loss, and longing with a poetic charm that is both timeless and contemporary. The lush arrangements and intricate instrumentation create a lush sonic tapestry that is simply irresistible.

"The Flying Club Cup" is a musical journey that transports you to a Parisian cafe in the 1960s, where romantics dance under the glow of the Eiffel Tower. It's a nostalgic reverie that feels both familiar and fresh, a testament to Beirut's ability to evoke a sense of timelessness in his music.

So, my dear readers, pour yourself a glass of red wine, light a candle, and bask in the warm glow of Beirut's latest masterpiece. "The Flying Club Cup" is a delightful escape from the mundanity of everyday life, a sonic balm for the soul that will leave you feeling utterly charmed and utterly enchanted. Bravo, Zach, bravo!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. A Call to Arms
2. Nantes
3. A Sunday Smile
4. Guyamas Sonora
5. La Banlieue
6. Cliquot
7. The Penalty
8. Forks And Knives (La Fete)
9. In the Mausoleum
10. Un Dernier Verre (Pour La Route)
11. Cherbourg
12. St. Apollonia
13. The Flying Club Cup

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