The Delgados' 2000 album "The Great Eastern" is a showcase for their evolving sound, incorporating strings and a wider sonic palette than their previous work.
- The album was recorded at AIR Studios in London and produced by Dave Fridmann.
- "The Great Eastern" reached number 30 on the UK Albums Chart.
- The album features guest vocals from Emma Pollock and contributions from the twelve-piece Metropolitan Orchestra.
The Delgados are a Scottish indie rock band from the city of Dundee, formed in 1994. They are known for their melodic songwriting and often ambitious arrangements. In 2000, The Delgados were releasing "The Great Eastern" on the independent label Mantra, a period that saw them consolidating their sound and gaining wider critical attention.
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