Pom Poko - Champion *Pre-Order

Release Date Friday 16th August 2024
All pre-orders will be dispatched/made ready for collection on that day.

Pom Poko is a Norwegian band renowned for their eclectic blend of indie
rock, punk, and pop sensibilities
Formed in Trondheim in 2016, the quartet consists of Ragnhild Fangel, Martin
Miguel Tonne, Ola Djupvik, and Jonas Krovel. Since their inception, they've
released two critically acclaimed albums and mesmerizing live performances,
solidifying their status as one of Norway's most exciting musical exports.
Their third album Champion features their dynamic soundscapes, characterized
by energetic rhythms, intricate guitar work, and Fangel's distinctive vocals, which
have garnered widespread acclaim. With infuences ranging from art-rock to jazz,
Pom Poko's music defes genre boundaries, delivering a fresh and innovative
sonic experience. Speaking of the record, the band said... "This record is a kind of
experiment to see what happens when the four of us in Pom Poko make music
without any input from the world around us, from the frst idea of a song until the
last note is recorded. This time, we've recorded and produced absolutely
everything ourselves, a process that has been surprisingly comfortable. With this
album, we landed, almost unconsciously, on the fact that the songs needed more
space and less fussiness in the production than what we've been drawn to
before.
The songs also feel slightly more concise and focused on this album, perhaps, in
addition to the lyrics telling more or less understandable stories - about
connection, relationships, weird situations, hopes, and dreams. We were generally
drawn to trying out some new things on this record, so this is the frst time we've
sent music to be mixed abroad, specifcally to mixer and producer Ali Chant in
Bristol. His clear and straightforward style suits the music very well and really
brings out the songs as they are, without unnecessary frills. All in all, this feels
like our most mature album so far, but hopefully not completely devoid of
childlike joy and energy nonetheless."

Tracks: Growing Story / My Family / Champion / You're Not Helping / Pile Of
Wood / Bell / Go / Never Saw It Coming / Druid, Fox and Dragon / Big Life /
Fumble

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