The Cultural Studies' 2016 album "Recycled Press" offers a potent distillation of their signature sound, balancing jagged guitar work with intricate electronic arrangements. The album stands as a compelling document of the band's creative output during a period of relative quiet in the Irish indie scene.
- "Recycled Press" was recorded over three weeks in Dublin with producer Daniel Reidy, known for his work with other Sub-Continental artists. The album's lead single, "Static Bloom," received moderate airplay on independent radio stations in the UK and Ireland. "Recycled Press" charted at number 18 on Ireland's Independent Album chart upon its release.
- The album was primarily written and recorded in a converted warehouse space in Dublin's Liberties area. The band cited influences ranging from krautrock pioneers to contemporary IDM artists during the recording sessions. "Recycled Press" was The Cultural Studies' first full-length release in three years, following their 2013 EP "Ghost Echoes".
- The album cover art, a collage of found imagery, was created by the band's bassist, Fiona O'Malley. Sub-Continental Records, the label behind the release, is a small Dublin-based imprint with a focus on experimental and underground music. Critical reception was generally positive, with many noting the album's atmospheric qualities and intricate production.
The Cultural Studies is a four-piece indie rock band from Dublin, Ireland. They are known for their blend of post-punk and experimental electronic music.
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