Envy: Seimei: 10" Transparent Purple Vinyl EP

Limited Edition 10" Transparent Purple Vinyl

Nearly 3 years after their hugely acclaimed last album, The Fallen Crimson, envy release their new EP, Seimei. Seimei contains 3 songs: "Seimei", "Zanshin" and "Yamayura" It is a title that entrusts the word "Seimei" to the usual way of life that awaits us, finding a small hope in the dark passage of time. Recording and mixing for Seimei was handled by Takaaki Mino – of the Japanese band, toe – creating a natural yet intense sound. The artwork is by Cris Crude – of beloved American screamo band, pg.99 – who also made the art for envy’s "Alnair In August" single (2018).

Since 1992, Envy has become a dominant band in the independent hardcore scene in Japan. Their music, through their own evolution, encompasses a sound where intensity and beauty coexists. They have recorded a number of singles and albums in Japan, including split albums with bands like Thursday, Jesu, This Machine Kills, Endeavor, Six Pence and Yaphet Kotto. Since their beginning, Envy has toured all throughout the world with Mogwai, ISIS, Deafheaven, and many more. They have labored and toured their songs relentlessly for over two decades, and will continue to do so well into the future.

LIMITED EDITION COLORED VINYL: TRANSPARENT PURPLE (EDITION OF 1,000)

ALL VINYL FORMATS INCLUDE MP3 DOWNLOAD COUPON INSIDE PACKAGE

TRACK LISTING
1. Seimei
2. Zanshin
3. Tamayura