{"title":"The Long Blondes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Long Blondes are an indie rock band from Sheffield, formed in 2003. Their main songwriter, Dorian Cox, suffered a stroke at the age of 27, leading to their split on October 20th, 2008. However, they have recently reformed in 2022 for a series of live shows as they celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut album 'Someone To Drive You Home'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets The Long Blondes apart is that all four band members previously worked as librarians. This unique background adds depth and intellectualism to their music. Drawing inspiration from various genres and artists such as *Art Brut*, *Young Knives*, and *The Cribs*, The Long Blondes create catchy and energetic tunes with clever lyrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their hiatus, The Long Blondes continue to be influential figures in the indie rock scene. Their distinct sound and captivating performances make them a must-listen for fans of bands like *The Rakes*, *The Futureheads*, and *Good Shoes*. With their reunion shows marking a special milestone in their career, it's clear that The Long Blondes' legacy will endure for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"someone-to-drive-you-home-15th-anniversary-edition","title":"Someone To Drive You Home: 15th Anniversary Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eRough Trade Records are \u003ci\u003egiddy\u003c\/i\u003e – well, obviously! – to release the 15th anniversary edition of The Long Blondes debut album, the acclaimed \u003ci\u003eSomeone To Drive You Home.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe home of a host of indie disco classics with its noir atmospheres and vivid storytelling – qualities that saw the record inspire recent, generation-capturing movie Giddy Stratospheres which takes its name from The Long Blondes’ iconic single – the Sheffield band’s first album managed that rare trick of capturing the 2000s zeitgeist while leaving a timeless artistic mark for the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInitially inspired by the frisson of the indie disco – now, fittingly, a classic of low lit dancefloors everywhere – ‘Giddy Stratospheres’ is The Long Blonde's sophisticated calling card. A swirl of razor sharp guitars and vivid storytelling, waltzing melodies and burning vocals, the Sheffield band's 2000s single fizzes with dancing, desire and the most stylish sing-a-long you'll ever hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe anniversary edition of \u003ci\u003eSomeone To Drive You Home\u003c\/i\u003e, which was originally released in November 2006 and was produced by Pulp member Steve Mackey, comes as a limited edition, double gatefold LP. Pressed on to red and yellow vinyl to mirror the album’s artwork – a picture of actress Faye Dunaway also painted by Jackson – the edition features the original record, plus 11 additional tracks that the band used on B-sides.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rough Trade Records","offers":[{"title":"Yellow LPx2","offer_id":50466776056139,"sku":"1137367","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/7093467c-c424-4f38-8a4c-edf6b6b1e3e6_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727321227"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_6e0a4a50_thumbnail_4096_0f9b033a-69e5-4276-b829-2a2a9f07f723.jpg?v=1727321209","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/collections\/the-long-blondes.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}