“Listening to X-Ray Press is like a lecture from a stammering genius: The magic comes in fits and starts, amidst pregnant pauses, but it’s magic nonetheless.” — LA Weekly http://bit.ly/e4JRh1
“UVB-76 is an eye-opening, creative masterpiece from start to finish, at no point dropping into banality or tedium, and is certainly one of the best math rock releases of the last 10 years.” — Mxdwn http://www.mxdwn.com/2011/01/28/reviews/x-ray-press-uvb-76/
“A- … well-executed thematic goals and musical competence that damn near approaches perfection” — REDEFINE Mag http://bit.ly/eRBnWY
“UVB-76 is their master thesis on dissonant and mysterious song constructions that are an absolute joy to listen to. This band is not afraid to take a chance and go out of their way to make something work. It is what gives them that buzz.” — Zaptown http://bit.ly/fPyi2e
“You cannot listen to UVB-76 one time and ‘get it’. This record is a soaker. Trust me, if you listen to this thing a few more times than once it will become one of your favorites. That’s where I’m at right now. Really enjoying the crap outta this thing.” — MyNorthwest.com http://bit.ly/eFbNI3
The new album is sure to fill your life with wonderful memories. Available at Amazon, CDBaby, and if you want a physical copy or want to play with PayPal, check out Bandcamp. iTunes also has it.
Tell Your Friends. Hide your kids. Hide your wives. There’s more information in the “Shows” tab.
Jan 26 – Seattle, WA @ SUNSET TAVERN
Jan 27 – Portland, OR @ PLAN B
Jan 28 – Bend, OR @ SILVER FOX
Jan 29 – Chico, CA @ GALLERY 1078 (All-Ages)
Jan 30 – Sacramento, CA @ TOWNHOUSE
Jan 31 – Stockton, CA @ PLEA FOR PEACE
Feb 1 – Oakland, CA @ ELI’S MILE HIGH CLUB
Feb 2 – Los Angeles, CA @ SILVERLAKE LOUNGE
Feb 3 – San Diego, CA @ TIN CAN ALEHOUSE
Feb 4 – San Jose, CA @ TEXAS TOAST HOUSE
Feb 5 – San Francisco, CA @ HEMLOCK TAVERN
Feb 6 – Monterey, CA @ TBA
Feb 7 – Arcata, CA @ THE ALIBI
Feb 8 – Redding, CA @ MAXWELL’S DOWNTOWN
Feb 9 – Portland, OR @ LAUGHING HORSE BOOK COLLECTIVE (All-Ages)
Feb 10 – Tacoma, WA @ HELL’S KITCHEN
Feb 11 – Seattle, WA @ HEALTHY TIMES FUN CLUB
“This fantastic bit of grandma-punching intensity is probably the best record I’ve ever convinced myself to leave out of a Top 10 list… Inspired, daring, and other things far too much other new music simply isn’t.” – Black Hole Broadcast: http://bit.ly/hg6NqC
“There is a lot to this album, but knowing the kind of fanaticism and dedication to detail that fans of this type of music are I’m sure that very little of it will be lost. If this is a sign of music to come in 2011 then we’d all better hold on because it is going to be an intense ride.” — Quartertonality: http://bit.ly/eM59wQ
“In listening to X-Ray Press’ first full length you realize that music is a journey, and these guys are treading around in some new territory.” -Delusions of Adequacy: http://t.co/CmGXMrp
“We’re now one step closer to the great math-rock album of our times.” -Altsounds: http://bit.ly/gmuvB8
“It’s always a bit difficult it seems to achieve a bit of originality when you’re trying your hand at this, but bands like X-Ray Press are showing that it can still be done.” -Built on a Weak Spot: http://bit.ly/eg5YDl
“With that in mind, here’s a little something that’s sure to be enjoyed by those of you who like your music a tad more pugnacious… X-Ray Press manages the coup of maintaining aggression without sacrificing approachability.”
Check out the full review here and stream the entire song above…
UVB-76 is the new album from X-Ray Press. The record is a carefully constructed abstract narrative sure to resonate with every listener, exploring themes of alienation, confusion, mental instability, and ultimate purpose. It is named after a mysterious Russian radio transmission site also known as “the buzzer,” which has been transmitting the same intermittent buzzing sound for decades without any explanation. It is against this strange backdrop that this collection of songs is set.
An 18-track journey with the perfect mix of melody, dissonance, and progressive breakdowns, UVB-76 is smart and introspective—and even humorous at times. The album is a huge step forward in artistic sophistication and shows X-Ray Press expanding on the groundwork laid out in their 2007 debut release on Tellous Records, ep1 brkn type.
You can stream UVB-76 here in its entirety. Or go to the “Store” tab to listen to it on Bandcamp. Downloads and CDs will become available on 1/11/11.