http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ All the latest news from Rack and Ruin records. en-us http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/images/randrrss.png Sat, 28 Aug 2010 05:01:36 -0700 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ Whenever Thom Grathwol waves his magic musical wand, the crowds come a'running. Here is a collection of tracks that are reworked from his last "El Capitan Del Sol" album, or simply new cuts as fresh a daisy. Sat, 28 Aug 2010 05:01:21 -0700 RSSPECT-001149105 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ This is the second release from Kriva, and the first under his new moniker. Despite the name change, this is just as beautiful as "Keep Breathing", with equally as much storytelling. Sat, 21 Aug 2010 03:20:41 -0700 RSSPECT-001146623 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ The second release from Vet.Engine is more timeless electronic music, which draws the beauty from yesteryear, and brings it into 2010. Sat, 14 Aug 2010 07:54:52 -0700 RSSPECT-001144116 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ There is no secret that Rack & Ruin are big fans of their Irish friends - the artists who we have been fortunate enough to support from that fair shore, has been remarkable and talented. With that in mind, it gives us great pleasure to let you all know that Grand Pocket Orchestra (now also featuring Bobby - No Monster Club/Dublin Duck Dispensary), and Hipster Youth are playing a gig at Whelan's in Dublin, to celebrate the launch of Grand Pocket Orchestra's Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:59:32 -0700 RSSPECT-001142393 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ This, Laika's Child's third EP for Rack & Ruin, and his first in little over a year, may well be his last offering as he moves on to newer ventures. We wish him well, and hope you enjoy this 5 track EP. Sat, 31 Jul 2010 03:16:22 -0700 RSSPECT-001137152 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ We've had one or two interesting side projects and collaborations over the years on Rack & Ruin, well here's another one to add to the list. New York's, Palz (Slothbear) new project with some other likeminded folks, Fuck Explorer. Sat, 24 Jul 2010 01:14:15 -0700 RSSPECT-001133191 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ Is there an age limit before you can be called an 'outsider musician'? If not, then the youthful Vincent Lillis can surely use this term. "Neb Nub" is a concept album about aliens, what more do you need to know?! Sat, 17 Jul 2010 01:38:28 -0700 RSSPECT-001128625 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ I was first introduced to the music of Teacups from a fairly shy unassured email asking if this music would find a place on Rack & Ruin. With N64 and SNES versions of the same song, I was admittedly not expecting to be as impressed as I was... within moments of the opener, I was readying myself for what was to follow - a remarkable debut offering. Sat, 10 Jul 2010 03:30:31 -0700 RSSPECT-001123258 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ It's that time! As mentioned in the last post, this is the latest compilation from Rack & Ruin (and friends), compiled by Chad Golda, entitled "Season of the Sun". Enjoy! Fri, 02 Jul 2010 23:50:21 -0700 RSSPECT-001117801 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ Summer breaks bring summer fun, summer colds, and a summer of football! One thing that is missing though is the Rack & Ruin summer compilation. Chad Golda kindly organised this years compilation and it will be our next release, coming out the first Saturday of July. Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:02:31 -0700 RSSPECT-001111359 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ Our final release before a summer break comes from the unforgettable Hippo Campus. This will stay fresh in your mind for some time to come, that our little break will not seem all that long! Sun, 06 Jun 2010 04:53:01 -0700 RSSPECT-001099915 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ It's memorial day weekend in the good ol' US of A! The unofficial start of summer... well let's confirm the start of summer ourselves, with this little beauty from T Bear. Enjoy the sun! Sat, 29 May 2010 02:36:52 -0700 RSSPECT-001095367 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ Summer break time is almost upon us, but before then you can expect some fantastic releases, including the excellent T Bear, whose new release will be with us this coming weekend. Followed by a few more familiar faces, as well as this years summer compilation organised by our very own, Chad Golda.</p> <p class="date">May 22nd 2010</p> Wed, 26 May 2010 14:32:56 -0700 RSSPECT-001093533 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ If 'How to write a summery pop single' was a University degree, then Grand Pocket Orchestra would certainly be the Deans of their university. A surefire masterclass in how it should be done... However, for those with a weak stomach then beware of the video! Sat, 22 May 2010 07:11:20 -0700 RSSPECT-001090171 http://www.rackandruinrecords.com/ Today is a great day! The Moon Runners debut was self released in August of 2009, and it was well received by so many people...... but not enough. "Full Enough" has now hit the Rack & Ruin e-shelves to allow those willing to give it a shot why it was one of the better releases of 2009. Tapes are still available at <a href="http://wakrecs.com/" title="Wild Animal Kingdom Records" target="_blank">Wild Animal Kingdom Records</a> Sat, 15 May 2010 01:29:17 -0700 RSSPECT-001085470