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American Football Celebrates 25 Years of ‘LP1’ with Ethel Cain’s Enchanting ‘For Sure’ Cover

American Football’s ‘LP1’ hits a 25-year milestone with an evocative Ethel Cain cover of ‘For Sure’. Discover the legacy and fresh reinterpretation.
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In a stirring tribute to a quarter-century milestone, American Football’s seminal ‘LP1’ receives a contemporary reimagining. Ethel Cain’s cover of ‘For Sure’ infuses new life into the emotional soundscape.

The intersection of nostalgia and innovation comes to life as American Football commemorates 25 years of their iconic ‘LP1’ with an Ethel Cain cover that breathes new essence into the classic track ‘For Sure’. This momentous occasion is set to be enshrined in musical history with the release of ‘American Football (25th Anniversary Edition)’ and a special ‘American Football (Covers)’ compilation.

In an act of auditory alchemy, the haunting vocals of Ethel Cain transform ‘For Sure’ into a sonic experience that transcends time. Known for her lush and immersive approach to music, Cain’s rendition is both an homage and a bold, imaginative journey. This significant cover is not merely a track; it’s a reinvention that will garner applause from long-time fans and pique the curiosity of new listeners.

‘American Football (25th Anniversary Edition)’, remastered for revived clarity and resonance, alongside the ‘American Football (Covers)’ LP, is poised for release on October 18th via Polyvinyl Record Co. This two-fold musical venture promises to captivate with remastered originals and covers from a distinguished line-up, including Iron & Wine, Manchester Orchestra, and Blondshell.

Lending her perspective, Ethel Cain shares,

I knew I wanted to do ‘For Sure’ immediately. It’s always stood out to me every time I spin the record, and I knew exactly how I wanted to translate it into my sound.
Cain’s cover is not just heard; it’s felt, echoing with a visceral resonance captured by the ambient sounds of a train passing near her past Pennsylvanian abode, now stretched into a synth-like introduction and coda to the track.

Adding to the layers of appreciation, American Football’s Steve Lamos remarks,

Ethel Cain has somehow made me like this track even more than I already did. She takes her time with each note, each phrase, and each vowel. In the process, she manages to intensify the ache and longing of the original.
Lamos’ reflection is a testament to the transformative power of music, where reinterpretation magnifies the emotional pull of a song, allowing it to evolve and yet remain timeless.
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