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His ability to seamlessly merge different genres and create cohesive bodies of work sets him apart from other artists in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs an artist who constantly evolves and explores new sonic territories, Maps' discography showcases his growth as both a songwriter and producer. 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The album is a new adventure through the familiar emotional terrain of the Maps sound, while also transporting you to more resolutely optimistic and hopeful places. The album is released in two parts; the first half is available digitally from 26th October 2022, followed up by the full physical album release in early 2023. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mute","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":50466971287883,"sku":"2000844","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"LP","offer_id":50466971320651,"sku":"2000847","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Maps_counter_melodies_digital_c79d1e08_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727333394"},{"product_id":"vicissitude","title":"Vicissitude","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaps - aka James Chapman - returns with a brand new album, 'Vicissitude'. The third album by Maps is all about changes of situation. 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And in each of those cases, with Chapman the sole creative force behind the music, any Maps album is defined entirely by where his head was at during the recording process. \"The whole album is about change;\" says Chapman. \"It's about dealing with a struggle - whatever that may be - and ultimately coming through it.\" As with previous releases, the new album was primarily recorded at Maps' home, and was mixed by Ken Thomas (Sugarcubes, M83, Sigur Ros) and Jolyon Thomas.'Vicissitude' focuses, tightens and sharpens Maps' expansive sound. The album might have been born from a long period of self-contemplation, but maybe you do need a while to get simple answers to the difficult questions. Time to face the light.Eco Digipack Double CD Version with the album plus a Rough Trade exclusive 9 track CD featuring five mixes from Andy Stott, Maps, Legowelt and The Invisible plus four demo versions of album tracks.Deluxe Double 180 Gram Vinyl with CD Version and Bonus CD.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mute","offers":[{"title":"LP | x2","offer_id":50491466514763,"sku":"363137","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50491465367883,"sku":"363135","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/23114661-60db-4371-a63e-420f610cef4b_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727686776"},{"product_id":"colours-reflect-time-loss","title":"Colours. Reflect. Time. Loss.","description":"\u003cp\u003eMercury-nominated Northampton composer \/ producer Maps releases his fourth album \u003ci\u003eColours. Reflect. Time. Loss\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003ci\u003eColours. Reflect. Time. 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