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Jim White

Relix magazine have shared a video of Jim revealing the stories behind some of the tracks off his new album, Where It Hits You.

Watch and learn about how Jim shouted at a field of Christmas trees, warning them to run away and how it helped inspire one of his songs. Go here to find out which one.

Jim will be hitting the UK in June, check out the list of dates here.

 

 

We are very excited to reveal that Jim White will be returning to the UK  in June for a handful of live dates. Jim’s tour kicks off with a show at London’s beautiful Union Chapel- the perfect space to pull up a pew and enjoy some of Jim’s poignant songs off of his latest release, Where it Hits You, along with all those old favourites. Tickets on sale now!

07 Jun – LONDON, Union Chapel
08 Jun - NEWCASTLE, The Cluny
10 Jun – MANCHESTER, Quays Theatre
11 Jun – BIRMINGHAM, HMV Institute
12 Jun – BRISTOL, Thekla

The 180g double LP version of Jim White’s new album, Where It Hits You, is now available the Loose online store.

Described by The Mirror as, ‘an artistic triumph,’ Where It Hits You is White’s first “proper” album since 2008’s Transnormal Skiperoo. And though we didn’t think it was possible, the album sounds even more eloquent on vinyl.

Our supply is limited, so head on over to our shop and pick up your copy today.

AMERICANA ALBUM OF THE MONTH ★★★★ UNCUT

“there’s always room for the real thing, and you’ll know it when it hits you” ★★★★ – INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY

“A record rich in expertly crafted songs, with a truly affecting emotional core.” 8/10 – THIS IS FAKE DIY

“The master of spooky Southern gothic Americana” ★★★★½ THE SUN

7/10 DROWNED IN SOUND

7/10 THE 405

7/10 AMERICANA UK

“Classic heartbreak stuff” Q

“White’s albums have tendrils that imperceptibly wrap themselves around one’s attention” THE INDEPENDENT

Jim White’s new album, Where It Hits You hits the shops today! Music-news.com have 5 albums up for grabs, so go visit them for a chance to win one. However, the  competition closes on the 15th March, so if you’d like to have the CD on your stereo a little sooner than that, you know what to do. Here are some stars:-

AMERICANA ALBUM OF THE MONTH ★★★★ - UNCUT

The master of spooky Southern gothic Americana ★★★★½  THE SUN

An artistic triumph” ★★★★  THE MIRROR

7/10  DROWNED IN SOUND

7/10  THE 405

7/10  AMERICANA UK

White’s albums have tendrils that imperceptibly wrap themselves around one’s attention“ ★★★  THE INDEPENDENT

Classic heartbreak stuff” ★★★  Q

★★★  THE IRISH TIMES

 

This month’s Uncut magazine has confirmed what we suspected – Jim White’s new album, Where It Hits You, is the Americana Album of The Month! Click on the article to take a closer look.

Word magazine’s David Hepworth also had a few words to say about the album. Also available for click ‘n’ read convenience below.

Where It Hits You hits the shops on 22nd February. Pre-order it here.

 

New Jim White Album + Free Download

January 12, 2012 Jim White

Loose’s first release of the year will be Jim White‘s new album Where It Hits You, on 20th February. Whereas last year’s Sounds Of The Americans was more of a soundtrack/side project, this will be Jim’s first “proper” album since 2008′s Transnormal Skiperoo, which was released on David Byrne‘s Luaka Bop label. We can of course confirm that the album [...]

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Free Loose Sampler!

October 17, 2011 Dawes

Fancy some free music? Well, you’re in the right place. Instant gratification can be sought via the free download widget, which you will find HERE. Alternatively, you can either head down to your local indie record shop or pay a visit to the Loose Shop to acquire a physical CD version of the This Is [...]

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Sunday Times 4 Star Review For Jim White

July 27, 2011 Jim White

Check out this great little review of Jim White‘s Sounds Of The Americans from last weekend’s Sunday Times:

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Another 4 Star Review For Jim White’s Album

June 6, 2011 Jim White

The new issue of Uncut features a 4 star review of Jim White‘s Sounds Of The Americans. For a radio review of the album, check out Friday’s episode of Ralph Mclean’s Country show on BBC Ulster. It also features a review of The Felice Brothers’ Celebration, Florida, so well worth a listen. Find it all here.

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