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SPEEDMARKET AVENUE, a Swedish group with a refined atmosphere, will prove to be, without a doubt, one of the most talked about musical references in 2008 for all POP lovers in capital letters. In “Way Better Now” they leave a good mark of their roots, as an advance to their second album, titled “Way Better Now” as well. On one hand, the title song is electric and fast-paced, finished off with a glorious chorus, in a more distorted THE ESSEX GREEN kind of sound, while “The New Idea” emanates a certain air of the songs that Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood played, offering a more innocent facet of the group, yet elegant at the same time. Two songs produced by Jari Haapalainen (producer of ED HARCOURT, INTERNATIONAL NOISE CONSPIRACY, THE CONCRETES and CAMERA OBSCURA, among others) which gives us one of the best virtues of the group; their all-terrain inspiration covers multiple styles and sounds, but has always embraced the pop and melody flag. Groups such as THE AISLERS SET, THE LUCKSMITHS, LADYBUG TRANSISTOR guide us to their sound but SLOWDIVE, THE CURE and TREMBLING BLUE STARS do as well. Limited edition [White Vinyl]

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It may be possible that you may have never heard of them, but this is totally understandable they have only played four different concerts since signing to Elefant at the beginning of the summer of 2007. The fact is that this group of seven, led by the peppy Liz offers a well-rounded presentation (Amen to the delicious “Kiss You in the Snow” which came out on our holiday single!), where their handwriting marks are above and beyond excellent. More importantly, the pop tunes are filled with emotion. “All I Wanna Do” reminds us of CAMERA OBSCURA and embraces passion with the legacy of Phil Spector, with a chorus filled with moving romanticism and a song that grows with the intensity as each compass is played, embellishing the melancholy until it stops and it leaves you shivering. “Valentine” has something else in store for the listener, as it is on the other side of the single, with a tight chorus (a must to dance to!), an agile rhythm and Diana Ross thinking that THE SUPREMES never ended. An amazing B side! Another great work to add to the list of producer Ian Catt (SAINT ETIENNE, TREMBLING BLUE STARS, SHAMPOO, THE BOO RADLEYS, Kahimi Karie, THE FIELD MICE). Pitchfork, Plan B and Under the Radar have all spoken highly of them, comparing them to classic bands such as THE BEATLES, ELO and THE BEACH BOYS and more modern groups like SATURDAY LOOKS GOOD TO ME, BELLE & SEBASTIAN and LUCKY SOUL, among others. Limited edition [Pink Vinyl]

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We have also put out a limited edition white vinyl of our holiday single!!

5€  [Single 7"]

Françoise Cactus and Brezel Göring [STEREO TOTAL], make their comeback in 2007 with the new album (the fantastic “Paris-Berlin”) which brings them back to their lo-fi roots. The best group in the world, according to MOMUS and “…the best pop group in the world” as noted in The Guardian, has shown that their formula stands stronger than ever with this album. Rough edged, romantic, vulgar, warm and in your face as always are the key components which bequeath us with the 14 shots launched against boredom and apathy. One of them being “Plastic” which Françoise and Brezel chose to open up their first Single for Elefant, this time in a fun Spanish version. As their followers know, this French-German duo has always toyed singing in other languages on their albums. They have sang in Japonese, Turkish, Italian, English and also in Spanish. It’s the first time they have released an album entirely in our language and furthermore, with the peculiarity of the remaining songs being covers of classic songs from the Elefant catalogue chosen by the artists themselves. The first pleasing song is one of the most popular hits of LA CASA AZUL, "C'est fini" (which is off the album "Tan simple como el amor") a sparkling mix of rock, jumping sensations and rawness all in one. Continuing to mesmerize us, the next cover is from the group LE MANS, “Un Rayo de Sol” from the album of the same title. This version respects the original so much that you can hardly tell the difference if it were not for the absence of the sax simple. To finísh up, “Arte” by NOSOTRÄSH, which opens their album "Popemas" in a dub version which quite frankly seems to be a remix of Ibon Errazquin in love with reggae and Jamaican sounds. If you’re still not convinced of the wonder of this album, the vinyl comes in scarlet passioned red. Enough said! Limited edition [Red Vinyl]

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We all miss Dan Treacy and TV PERSONALITIES. After all the years of amazing songs and magnificent albums, we have waited almost a decade to hear the unmistakable voice of Dan again. Luckily they have put out two new albums: “My Dark Places” (2006) and “Are we Nearly There Yet?” (2007) which were supposedly the beginning of a new era, after the experience Dan had crossing the desert. On behalf of Elefant Records, we are proud and excited to put out the world exclusive new single of TV PERSONALITIES “The Good Anarchist.” One truly cries out in jubilation when listening to this song! Only true alchemists of pop can achieve to produce sounds of such sensibility in just a little over two minutes. Echoes of bands such as VELVET UNDERGROUND, SHOP ASSISTANTS and CAROUSEL ring about on this single, as well as the voice of Swede Johanna Lundström for the first time and Dan playing the guitar. The B-Side sparkles with the fabulous “She’s Always Been There for Me” with the classic TV PERSONALITIES (basically Dan and Ed Ball) although it includes an irresistible touch of Northern Soul and a catchy rhythm that makes you put on your dancing shoes and leave your Ben Sherman shirt soaking in sweat! It’s all a big surprise wrapped up in a 7” single and a definite must for long-time fans of the group, as well as newbies which became fans with their last few albums! Limited edition

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After the release of "The last holy writer" (the sixth album by TREMBLING BLUE STARS), the stand alone "Exploring the shadows" EP has also a 7-inch counterpart, a luxuriant white vinyl 7-inch featuring two splendid songs. The lead song, the sunny and melodic "Beautiful blank", is sung by Beth Arzy. In the form of an infectious, radio-friendly guitar pop song, it tells of an Edie Sedgwick-esque character and is titled after a phrase in Andy Warhol's book "From A To B". The version on the single is a special radio edit, which by being a bit shorter also guarantees a better fidelity in the sound you can hear from the vinyl. The single is complete with a new previously unreleased B-side, "Say goodbye to the sea II", a new acoustic version of the song first featured on the last album. Limited edition [White Vinyl]

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We can find some on this new EP that adds up to COOPER's already brilliant list of small format records. Four songs that follow up from the previous one from the very cover, with Catherine Deneuve starring again, and introducing the band's new drummer, Nacho García (WINNERYS). "Canción de viernes" opens the EP with the classic COOPER sound, self-referencing their own repertoire as in songs like "Vértigo" or "Nudo en la garganta" (in fact the repetition of words from these songs is absolutely conscious). "Mi diario" is about emotional instability -a secret to keep, hidden from the rest-, in a power pop style. "Steph" is a precious song, poetic and very moving, with a different sound to the band's previous efforts: as if SHAZAM would play a BEATLES song with Evan Dando. If anything. The last song (the last one?), "Flea market", is a comeback to Alex's anglophile roots, a danceable instrumental number lead by Carlo Coupé's marvelous organ. With this guest musician COOPER travel to places where they could meet THE SMALL FACES, JAMES TAYLOR QUARTET or, of course, Alex's previous band LOS FLECHAZOS.

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"Tears for affairs" is the fourth song taken as a single from the highly praised third album by CAMERA OBSCURA. As usual, the 7" is a limited edition vinyl release, and it features an exclusive, previously unreleased B-side: a cover version of ABBA “Super Trouper”.

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We are releasing a limited edition for all vinyl lovers!!! The record opens with the song "El sur", that links to the poetic second movie from the short filmography by Spanish cult director Víctor Erice. Coming after "El sur" we find a mid tempo with guitars that could belong to the best moments by TEENAGE FANCLUB; the song is called "Rainman", referring to the movie starred by Dustin Hoffman in 1988. "Un día de furia", finally, is named after the Spanish translation of "Falling down", the explosive 1992 film starring Michael Douglas, and on it we find -as usual in COOPER's aesthetic universe- other mentions to pop culture as a painting by pop artist Robert Rauschenberg that hangs from the main character's room wall. As a bonus track, COOPER end this fantastic EP with a cover version of "Where I find my heaven", a guitar pop classic from the 90's by American band GIGOLO AUNTS, which COOPER make their own with taste and skill.

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"If looks could kill" is the third song taken as a single from the highly praised third album by CAMERA OBSCURA, an album composed of melodic pop jewels from the first to the very last song. Along with the title track, destined to be danced to death in the best pop music clubs due to its unstoppable Motown beat and the Phil Spector-esque sound. As usual, the 7" is a limited edition vinyl release, and it features an exclusive, previously unreleased B-side: a cover version of Phil Spector and the PARIS SISTERS' eternal classic tune, "I love how you love me".

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"Let's get out of this country" is the title track on the third album, and is also the main song on this single. A sunny, classic pop song which, as the rest of the album, was recorded in Sweden under the production of Jari Haapalainen (producer of such gems as THE CONCRETES or Ed Harcourt). On th evinyl edition, the B-side is the version the band's done of Sheena Easton's "Modern girl", originally to be included on the CD compilation that comes along with the summer issue of Q Magazine (where many current artists cover songs from the 80s to celebrate the mag's 20th anniversary).

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At least we can see fulfilled one of our dreams: releasing an exclusive HELEN LOVE single on Elefant Records. They are one of the bands who have better used the pop aesthetics and the fascination we all have for the colourful icons in pop culture, and we love them for that. We are also going to seal this relationship with a single in two formats: CD-single and 7" vinyl (pop music's own format), both in limited editions and luxury packagings (CD on digipack and pink coloured vinyl). HELEN LOVE have come up with three wonderful songs for this single: infectious bubblegum-pop for fun and all-night dancing. "Junk shop discotheque" is a glam-rock, punk-pop bomb with a disco flavour and vocoder vocals (with echoes of Suzi Quatro, DENIM and LA CASA AZUL), which will fill up dancefloors all over the globe. Even more frantic dancing is found on the remix of "Debbie loves Joey" (a love story between Debbie Harry and Joey Ramone, the original version of which appeared on the "The bubblegumkillers" EP, which was released on American label Sympathy For The Record Industry), whilst "Shut your mouth", the third song that completes this fantastic single, is a powerful melodic, guitar-pop pill. The cover on the single is by Punk Boy Jamie (who is usually behind the band's characteristic artwork and their website, too), and the three songs have been mastered by Xavier Alarcón to guarantee you the best possible sound.

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On the 7" vinyl release of "Lloyd, I'm ready to be heartbroken", limited to 3.000 copies, the exclusive B-side is "I can't stay mad at you" (a cover version of country singer Skeeter Davis): a drum-less melody with great vocal harmonies and beautiful keyboard arrangements. The band recorded the album track in Sweden with the help of producer Jari Haapalainen (Ed Harcourt, THE CONCRETES) and a great team of people with whom they've worked in the country's best studios: some of the string musicians have recently toured with Brian Wilson or Arthur Lee & LOVE.

4€  [Single 7"]

Three new, excellent songs by the Glaswegians, honouring this time the work of poet Robert Burns (1759-1796), considered to be Scotland´s national poet. Tracyanne Campbell has put to music with her musical flair two of Burns‚ poems ("I love my Jean" and "A red, red rose"), and has completed the tracklist with a jangly, country-ish, melancholy-tinged song of her own, "Marathon not a sprint". The three songs share though the quintessential CAMERA OBSCURA sound, with Tracyanne´s beautiful voice unveiling the melodies over a background formed by pianos and acoustic guitars, an example of timeless, classic beauty. The single is also a posthumous tribute to BBC DJ John Peel, who helped and befriended the band since their first single.

2€  [Single 7"]

Four songs by this Irish musician which also records for Bus Stop label. Echoes of SIMON AND GARFUNKEL, KINGS OF CONVENIENCE, NEIL YOUNG... SPECIAL PRICE - CHRISTMAS 2008

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Electronic two piece formed by Jason Corace (also known as A BOY NAMED THOR) and Kelly Slusher (with a solo album for Elefant). Techno pop à la FUTURE BIBLE HEROES, MAGNETIC FIELDS, NEW ORDER... SPECIAL PRICE - CHRISTMAS 2008

2€  [Single 7"]

This Uk band led by the haunting, mysterious voice of Alison Shaw brings us two exclusive tracks originally recorded in 1998 and so far unreleased. SPECIAL PRICE - CHRISTMAS 2008

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Band formed by Lisa O' Neill (who worked in the past with LOCUST) and Emma Anderson (ex LUSH). One of the best tracks in 'The joy of Sing Sing', the debut album by this new Uk band, plus an acoustic track más ('Office party') exclusive for this single.

2€  [Single 7"]

Four techno-punk-pop bombs by this American girl-boy duo. Cool guitars, dancey beats, screams and attitude. Close to BIS, HUGGY BEAR and videogames bleeps.

2€  [Single 7"]

Exclusive reissue from this 1965 single released by this American entertainer, in no way inferior to the best Tom Jones. Blue-eyed soul pop. Party time! Also available in CD-Single.

2€  [Single 7"]

Two excellent tracks of easy-listening, bossa-nova and pop by this Japanese two-piece. Female cooing vocals and precious arrangements reminiscent of the golden age of A&M label and Francis Lai soundtracks. SPECIAL PRICE - CHRISTMAS 2008

2€  [Single 7"]

This Hull-based Uk band records for BELLE AND SEBASTIAN's Jeepster label. SALAKO's music is acoustic and hyper-imaginative, full of amazing arrangementes and structures. This single includes one song from their second album 'Musicality' plus three songs exclusive for this single. SPECIAL PRICE - CHRISTMAS 2008

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Robin and Toe experiment with the most minimalist side of lo-fi electronics, playing games too attractive not to get involved in. They sound as an impossible cross between AUTECHRE and YOUNG MARBLE GIANTS, they are bound to be one of the crucial names in avant-garde techno. Don't miss these two exclusive, wonderful analogic lullabies.

2€  [Single 7"]

At his Japanese headquarters, Ryuji Tsuneyoshi composes exquisite dream pop pearls, delicate, electronic cotton candy clouds, featuring some understated, fragile female vocals. If you remember his contribution to our 'Casablanca' compilation ('Let me sleep') you will be able to imagine how excellent this single is. SPECIAL PRICE - CHRISTMAS 2008

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This single of the London based band shows how they get better and better with each new release, building a slow but firm career. On this single they present themselves in a more acoustic mood, following the path of Nick Drake. The b-side was composed to work as the soundtrack of a collective art exhibition in London.

2€  [Single 7"]

Nic Dalton (SNEEZE, SMUDGE, LEMONHEADS) wanted more time to dedicate to his side-projects, so he decided to split up his band GODSTAR. But before, we released four exclusive tracks as the perfect reminder for this exceptional Australian indie-punk band.

2€  [Single 7"]

A previously unreleased, exclusive track for our Singles Club (the Spanish version of their song 'Friend') by this well-known avant-rock band, formerly known as QUICKSPACE SUPERSPORT (and with former members of TH' FAITH HEALERS). On the flipside, their independent hit 'Rise'. A perfect single.

2€  [Single 7"]

The sensibility of Jim Rao, the man behind ORANGE CAKE MIX's songs, seems to be unbounded. The most prolific and loveliest songwriter in the international pop scene. Precious pop in a wonderful cover. SPECIAL PRICE - CHRISTMAS 2008

2€  [Single 7"]

Some Lp's have been enough to vouch for the charysma of a band which is essential to understand what American pop is. They have released records in such prestigious labels as Bus Stop, Alias, Spin Art, even Creation. Slightly sixties pop music, energetic but lovely at the same time. A must for any pop lover.