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It's Never Been Like That Vinyl

Name: Phoenix - It's Never Been Like That
Brand: Alliance Entertainment
SKU: 190296740954
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Phoenix Vinyl Records

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Sharp, stripped-down, and effortlessly cool, It’s Never Been Like That shows Phoenix at their most guitar-driven and immediate. Released in 2006 as the band’s third studio album, it traded the glossy polish of their earlier work for a rawer, indie-rock edge that still carried their signature charm.

Singles like “Long Distance Call” and “Consolation Prizes” quickly became fan favorites, showcasing jangly riffs and catchy hooks that pushed Phoenix onto the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Deeper cuts such as “Napoleon Says” and “Sometimes in the Fall” highlight the band’s knack for balancing sharp rhythms with breezy melodies, while the slower “Second to None” brings in a moody, reflective tone to close the album with grace.

What makes this record stand out is its sense of urgency—it’s lean, direct, and driven by guitars in a way that feels both classic and refreshingly modern. Thomas Mars’ vocals glide over tight grooves, proving that Phoenix could strip things back and still create songs that sparkle.

Pressed on vinyl, It’s Never Been Like That shines as one of the band’s most beloved cult favorites. It’s an album that bridges their early experiments with the sleek pop that would later launch them to global stardom, making it an essential piece of any Phoenix collection.

Tracklist

Napoleon Says
Consolation Prizes
Rally
Long Distance Call
One Time Too Many
Lost and Found
Courtesy Laughs
North
Sometimes in the Fall
Second to None
Diet Of The Heart

UPC: 190296740954

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Phoenix - It's Never Been Like That

$27.99

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