A glittery, synth-heavy take that blended two indie-pop powerhouses.
The inclusion of live tracks recorded in 2009 and 2010 captures a band right on the precipice of stardom. You can hear the raw, unpolished enthusiasm of a group playing small rooms just before they transitioned to headlining festival main stages. Collectibility and Availability Today
Just months after the initial release, the band capitalized on their momentum. On , they re-issued Tourist History as a "Deluxe Edition," which came packaged with a second CD (and in some cases, a documentary DVD). This specific bonus disc is the holy grail for many collectors, offering a unique snapshot of the band's early remix culture.
You can find the 15th Anniversary Deluxe CD at several major retailers: Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
The Tourist History bonus CDs do more than just provide extra minutes of audio; they tell the story of a specific turning point in alternative music.
Alex’s hand trembled over the stereo’s stop button. He could hear the next track cueing up—“Eat That Up, It’s Good for You.” The beat dropped, and the door of light pulsed wider.
“I ripped the stems from the album. Sam’s bassline, the guitar, the drum machine. But I layered something else over the top. A frequency. A map.”
The bonus CD offers a glimpse into the band's creative process, showcasing their ability to craft catchy, danceable tracks and experiment with new sounds. Fans of the band will appreciate the opportunity to experience these rare and unreleased songs, which provide a unique insight into the band's evolution during the Tourist History era.
Released in February 2010 by Kitsuné and Glassnote Records, Tourist History arrived during a pivotal moment where blog-house, French touch, and indie rock were merging. The bonus CD accompanying the deluxe edition captured this energy, showcasing the band’s B-sides, remixes from contemporary electronic artists, and raw demos. Inside the Tourist History Bonus CD: Rarities and Remixes
By 2010, the indie rock landscape was shifting. The gritty post-punk revival of the mid-2000s was giving way to a brighter, more dance-infused pop sound. Signed to the influential French independent label Kitsuné, Alex Trimble, Sam Halliday, and Kevin Baird were uniquely positioned to lead this wave.
A quirky, brass-accented electronic rework that leans heavily into the dance-punk aesthetic of the era. Full Bonus CD Track Checklist
The bonus CD is primarily known for housing the non-album fan favorite
Thus, the bonus CD remains the only legal way to own these recordings in high quality.
A glittery, synth-heavy take that blended two indie-pop powerhouses.
The inclusion of live tracks recorded in 2009 and 2010 captures a band right on the precipice of stardom. You can hear the raw, unpolished enthusiasm of a group playing small rooms just before they transitioned to headlining festival main stages. Collectibility and Availability Today
Just months after the initial release, the band capitalized on their momentum. On , they re-issued Tourist History as a "Deluxe Edition," which came packaged with a second CD (and in some cases, a documentary DVD). This specific bonus disc is the holy grail for many collectors, offering a unique snapshot of the band's early remix culture.
You can find the 15th Anniversary Deluxe CD at several major retailers: Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
The Tourist History bonus CDs do more than just provide extra minutes of audio; they tell the story of a specific turning point in alternative music.
Alex’s hand trembled over the stereo’s stop button. He could hear the next track cueing up—“Eat That Up, It’s Good for You.” The beat dropped, and the door of light pulsed wider.
“I ripped the stems from the album. Sam’s bassline, the guitar, the drum machine. But I layered something else over the top. A frequency. A map.”
The bonus CD offers a glimpse into the band's creative process, showcasing their ability to craft catchy, danceable tracks and experiment with new sounds. Fans of the band will appreciate the opportunity to experience these rare and unreleased songs, which provide a unique insight into the band's evolution during the Tourist History era.
Released in February 2010 by Kitsuné and Glassnote Records, Tourist History arrived during a pivotal moment where blog-house, French touch, and indie rock were merging. The bonus CD accompanying the deluxe edition captured this energy, showcasing the band’s B-sides, remixes from contemporary electronic artists, and raw demos. Inside the Tourist History Bonus CD: Rarities and Remixes
By 2010, the indie rock landscape was shifting. The gritty post-punk revival of the mid-2000s was giving way to a brighter, more dance-infused pop sound. Signed to the influential French independent label Kitsuné, Alex Trimble, Sam Halliday, and Kevin Baird were uniquely positioned to lead this wave.
A quirky, brass-accented electronic rework that leans heavily into the dance-punk aesthetic of the era. Full Bonus CD Track Checklist
The bonus CD is primarily known for housing the non-album fan favorite
Thus, the bonus CD remains the only legal way to own these recordings in high quality.
