THE WAR ON DRUGS Vinyl & CDs

Review: Life changed dramatically for The War On Drugs when they released Lost In The Dream in 2014. It was the Philadelphia band's big, breakthrough record, taking the band all over the world and to some of the biggest stages. Since then, their stock has only continued to rise and they've become one of the most beloved rock bands in the world. This live album was recorded on tour between February 2022 through December 2023 in America, UK, Europe and Australia. Intro 'Harmonia's Dream' is their answer to The Who's 'Baba O'Riley' and you can hear the ecstasy running the crowd. 'Come To The City' is one of band leader Adam Granduciel's best ever vocal takes. Unbelievably powerful and peerless. No War On Drugs set would be complete without 'Under The Pressure' and the ten minute-plus version here is a representation of how far they've come - not only in terms of popularity, but in terms of quality as a band. They've not rested on their laurels they've just got better and better.

Review: The second volume of the Live Drugs series from The War on Drugs continues to display their exceptional live performances, featuring performances from their global tours over the past few years. The 2xLP set, pressed on 140g vinyl, is housed in a tip-on style gatefold jacket with two pockets and a four panel 24x24 poster, ensuring a premium presentation for fans. This release, titled Live Drugs Again, builds on the success of the 2020 Live Drugs album, offering 11 carefully curated live tracks. The War on Drugs, led by Adam Granduciel, has garnered acclaim for their atmospheric blend of indie rock and heartland rock, marked by lush arrangements and introspective lyrics. Their live shows are celebrated for their expansive sound and emotional depth, reflecting the band's ability to transform studio material into dynamic, immersive experiences and with such a rich discography to draw on, this collection is highly anticipated, especially after that first amazing edition.