"Take Fountain" saw the revitalized Wedding Present, centered around main man David Gedge, delivering a set of sharp, urgent indie rock songs that belied the band's long history. This album marked a return to form and a reaffirmation of their core sound.
- "Take Fountain" was released on Scopitones in February 2005, almost exactly twenty years after the band's debut single.
- The album was recorded at Chapel Studios in Lincolnshire with Steve Albini, known for his work with bands like Nirvana and Pixies.
- Upon release, "Take Fountain" was critically acclaimed, with many reviewers praising its energy and Gedge's songwriting.
The Wedding Present is a British indie rock band formed in 1985, known for their distinctive blend of jangly guitars and often bleak lyrical content. By 2005, the band had been active for two decades, weathering numerous lineup changes while maintaining a consistent cult following.
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