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"Colourmeinkindness" is the second studio album by the British rock band Basement, released in October 2012 on Run for Cover Records. The Ipswich-based group distinguishes itself within the 2010s emo revival by fusing the aggressive elements of melodic hardcore with the atmospheric, guitar-driven textures of shoegaze. Featuring vocalist Andrew Fisher and guitarist/vocalist Alex Henery, the record explores themes of heartache, distance, and self-doubt. The album's dynamic clean and distorted guitar tones resonated deeply with fans of post-hardcore, making it a definitive release in the modern alternative rock landscape.
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Basement - Colourmeinkindness ranks #42 of 119 in the Shoegaze Album ranking, behind Boo Radleys - Everything's Alright Forever, ahead of Bailter Space - Robot World.
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Where is the band Basement from?
Basement is a rock band that originally formed in Ipswich, a town in the United Kingdom. They emerged from the early 2010s punk and emo revival scene alongside bands like Title Fight and Defeater. They are known for blending aggressive hardcore elements with 1990s shoegaze textures.
What record label released Basement's album Colourmeinkindness?
The album was released in 2012 on Run for Cover Records. This label was a massive driving force behind the early 2010s emo and pop-punk revival scene. The record was their second studio album, following their debut, I Wish I Could Stay Here.
Did Basement go on hiatus after releasing Colourmeinkindness?
Yes, shortly after the release of the 2012 album, Basement announced they would be going on an indefinite hiatus. The band members needed to focus on their personal lives and other pursuits. Fortunately, they officially reunited and began playing shows again in 2014.
What genres define the sound of Colourmeinkindness?
The album is highly regarded as a significant record in the early 2010s emo revival, specifically noted for its shoegaze-inflected melodic hardcore. It features heavy, fuzzed-out guitars reminiscent of Smashing Pumpkins, combined with the passionate, gritty vocal delivery of singer Andrew Fisher. It successfully bridges the gap between alternative rock and post-hardcore.
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