album · October 6, 2009

The Sound the Speed the Light

Mission of Burma

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alternativeindie rockpost-punk

Recorded with producer Bob Weston, this album showcases Mission of Burma's continued commitment to challenging guitar work and complex song structures. It stands as a testament to their enduring creativity more than two decades after their initial breakup.

• The album was recorded at Electrical Audio in Chicago with engineer Bob Weston, known for his work with Shellac and as a member of Slint.
• "The Sound the Speed the Light" charted at number 27 on Billboard's Top Heatseekers chart in its first week of release.
• The release marked the band's third full-length album since reuniting in 2001, following "Fine" (2002) and "Ono Ono" (2004).

Mission of Burma is a post-punk band from Boston, Massachusetts, known for their experimental sound and influential status in the indie rock scene. "The Sound the Speed the Light" was released late in their career, after a lengthy hiatus and a successful reunion.