description Vampire Weekend - Contra Overview
Released in 2010, "Contra" is the second studio album by the American indie rock band Vampire Weekend. The album builds on the band's debut by incorporating a diverse range of global influences, including elements of baroque pop, Afropop, and electronic music. It achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. The record features prominent singles such as "Cousins" and "Giving Up the Gun," appealing to listeners who enjoy literate, genre-blending indie rock.
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Did Vampire Weekend's Contra debut at number 1?
Yes, Contra was a massive commercial success for Vampire Weekend, officially debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart upon its release in 2010. This marked the first time an independent rock band achieved this feat in the US that year.
What are the biggest singles from Vampire Weekend's Contra?
The 2010 album spawned several highly popular singles, most notably Cousins, Giving Up the Gun, and Horchata. Cousins in particular became a staple on alternative radio and featured a fast-paced, frantic music video.
What label released Vampire Weekend's Contra?
Vampire Weekend released Contra on January 12, 2010, through XL Recordings. They worked with producer Rostam Batmanglij, who was still a member of the band at the time, to achieve the record's diverse, genre-blending sound.
Why was Vampire Weekend's Contra sued?
The band faced a lawsuit from the model pictured on the album cover, Ann Kirsten Kennis, who claimed she did not authorize the use of her Polaroid for the cover of Contra. The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court, and the band stated they believed the photo release was legitimate.
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