“Contra” is the brilliant sophomore release from the NY-based band. They are like a master chef the way they combine ingredients and flavors in unexpected ways. There is plenty of the classic Vampire Weekend sound and a good amount of experimentation and progression on this record.
Suggested Tracks * Cousins, Giving Up The Gun
Artist * Vampire Weekend
Title * Contra
Label * XL Recordings
Release Date * 1/12/2010
The Band * Ezra Koening, Rostam Batamanglij, Christopher Thomson, Chris Baio
Produced by * Rostam Batamanglij
Cover Photo by * Tod Brody
Design by * Rostam Batamanglij and Asher Sarlin
Mixed by * Rostam Batamanglij
Mastered by * Emily Lazar at The Lodge
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