The Magnetic Fields' 1994 album 'Holiday' was a departure from their earlier lo-fi work, offering a more polished synth-pop sound. The album features some of their most enduring songs.
- The album was released on September 27, 1994, on Merge Records. It was the band's third album and first to be released on Merge Records. The album was produced by Stephin Merritt and Claudia Gonazalez.
- The album was recorded at the studio in Merritt's apartment. It features guest vocals from Anna Domino and Mary Timony. The album was reissued in 2003 with bonus tracks.
- The album charted at number 10 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. It was critically acclaimed upon release and has since become a cult classic. The album is often cited as an influence on later synth-pop artists.
Stephin Merritt formed The Magnetic Fields in 1989. The band is known for its witty, melancholic synth-pop.
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