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X-Wife
[ Vinyl / 12" Album ]

X-Wife

SKU: V71769 Barcode: 5609330049427
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 01 Jun 2018

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

The debut album from Portuguese electro-rock trio X-WIFE is like a whirlwind tour through a neon-lit, futuristic discotheque. This self-titled release is a bubbling cauldron of infectious melodies, pulsating rhythms, and shimmering synths that will have you bouncing off the walls in no time.

Opening track "Rockin' Rio" sets the tone with its energetic guitar riffs and driving beat, while "Diamonds" brings a touch of sophistication with its sleek production and catchy hooks. The band's influences are clear, with nods to the likes of Daft Punk and LCD Soundsystem, but X-WIFE manages to carve out their own distinct sound that is both nostalgic and fresh.

The real standout moments come in the form of tracks like "Hot Shot" and "On the Radio," which see the band at their most anthemic and dancefloor-ready. The pulsating bass lines and soaring vocals will have you grooving all night long, as if you've stumbled into the coolest party in town.

Overall, X-WIFE's debut album is a wild ride that will have you reaching for your dancing shoes in no time. It's a bold statement from a band that knows how to have a good time, and we can't wait to see where they go next. Get ready to lose yourself in the infectious energy of X-WIFE - you won't regret it.

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About the artist

X-Wife

X-WIFE: The Electro-Indie Dream In a sea of music acts vying for your attention, X-WIFE stands out like a fluorescent flamingo amongst a flock of pigeons. This Lisbon-based trio is a mishmash of infectious energy, catchy hooks, and a devil-may-care attitude that screams "we're here to party...and you're invited!" Formed in 2002, X-WIFE has been making waves in the underground club scene with their unique blend of electro-pop, indie rock, and a sprinkle of disco glitter. Fronted by the enigmatic Joaquim Albergaria, who oozes charisma like a sequined shirt on a dance floor, the band knows how to command a stage and keep the crowd on their toes. Their debut album, "Feeding the Machine," released in 2006, was a wild ride of pulsating beats, soaring synths, and lyrics that cut through the noise like a laser beam. Tracks like "Rockin' Rio," "On the Radio," and "Movin' Up" became instant dancefloor anthems, solidifying X-WIFE's status as the cool kids on the block. Since then, the band has toured the world, gracing stages from London to Tokyo with their electrifying live shows that leave audiences in a state of blissful euphoria. With a new album on the horizon, X-WIFE shows no signs of slowing down or conforming to the norm. So, if you're in the mood for a musical rollercoaster ride that takes you from euphoria to introspection and back again, look no further than X-WIFE. They're the sonic shot of tequila you never knew you needed. Cheers to that!

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