Description
Ben Howard: Every Kingdom – Deluxe 3-Disc Edition (CD + Bonus CD + DVD)
UPC: 0602537529867
MPN: 3752986
Brand Name: Island Records / Universal Music Group
Overview: The Mercury Prize-Nominated Folk Debut
Every Kingdom is the stunning 2011 debut studio album from British singer-songwriter Ben Howard. This Deluxe 3-Disc Edition (2 CDs + 1 DVD) is the ultimate collection for fans, presenting the critically acclaimed, platinum-selling original album alongside a wealth of bonus material.
The main album features Howard's signature blend of intricate acoustic guitar work and soulful, intimate vocals on tracks that would become modern folk classics, including "Only Love," "Keep Your Head Up," and "Old Pine."
The Bonus CD expands the listening experience with six extra tracks, including the fan-favorites "These Waters" and "Under the Same Sun," plus live recordings. The Bonus DVD completes the set with Official Videos, intimate Woodland Sessions, and Behind The Scenes footage, offering a full visual and auditory journey into the creation of this iconic debut.
Product Features: Complete 3-Disc Set
- Artist: Ben Howard
- Genre/Style: Folk, Indie Folk, Singer-Songwriter, Acoustic
- Format: 3-Disc Set (Disc 1: Every Kingdom Album CD, Disc 2: Bonus CD, Disc 3: DVD Extras)
- Release Year: 2011
- Label: Island Records (Universal Music Group)
- Manufacturing Origin: EU (Származási hely: EU)
- Key Band Members: Ben Howard (vocals, guitar), Chris Bond (producer, multi-instrumentalist), India Bourne (cello, bass, vocals).
Interesting Facts: Critical Acclaim and Unique Recording
- Award Nominations: Every Kingdom was critically acclaimed upon release, earning a nomination for the prestigious Mercury Prize in 2012, and helping Howard secure two Brit Awards in 2013 for British Male Solo Artist and British Breakthrough Act.
- DIY Studio: Much of the album was recorded in a relaxed, low-cost environment—an old barn in Devon—which allowed Howard and producer Chris Bond the time to fully "tinker with the songs" and capture a raw, organic sound.
- Pre-Album Hits: Three major tracks on the album, "The Wolves," "Keep Your Head Up," and "These Waters" (found on the bonus disc), are re-recordings of popular songs from Howard’s earlier, self-released EPs, reflecting their development over time.
- Story Behind the Song: The epic opening track, "Old Pine," was inspired by a camping trip in France where Howard and his band had to move their tent during a storm, only to find a large tree had fallen exactly where they had been camping the following day.
- The Band's Sound: Ben Howard is noted for his distinctive, percussive guitar style, often employing exotic open tunings and unconventional capo placements on songs like "Black Flies" and "The Fear."
Track Listing
Disc 1: Every Kingdom (Original Album)
| Track | Title | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Old Pine | 5:28 |
| 2 | Diamonds | 4:06 |
| 3 | The Wolves | 5:09 |
| 4 | Everything | 4:45 |
| 5 | Only Love | 4:09 |
| 6 | The Fear | 4:20 |
| 7 | Keep Your Head Up | 4:24 |
| 8 | Black Flies | 6:21 |
| 9 | Gracious | 4:57 |
| 10 | Promise | 6:24 |
| Album Length | (Approximate Total) | 50:03 |
Disc 2: Bonus CD
| Track | Title | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | These Waters | 4:08 |
| 2 | Empty Corridors (Live) | 5:26 |
| 3 | Under the Same Sun | 4:46 |
| 4 | Bones | 5:45 |
| 5 | I Will Be Blessed | 5:31 |
| 6 | Move Like You Want (Live) | 8:21 |
| Bonus CD Length | (Approximate Total) | 33:57 |
Disc 3: DVD Extras (Approx. 43:52)
| Section | Content |
|---|---|
| Official Videos | Old Pine, The Wolves, Keep Your Head Up, The Fear, Only Love |
| Woodland Sessions | The Wolves, Old Pine, Everything |
| Behind The Scenes | Highland Drifting, Making of a Record Cover, The Barn |
Publishers
Copyright $\mathbf{P}$: 2011 Ben Howard under exclusive licence to Universal Island Records, a division of Universal Music Operations Ltd. Record Label: Island Records (Universal Music Group) Release Year: 2011 Country of Manufacture: EU
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