Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters
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From underworldlive.com:
While overseeing the soundtrack for T2 Trainspotting, Underworld’s Rick Smith arranged a meeting with Iggy Pop in a room at The Savoy Hotel on London’s Strand to discuss working on collaborative music for the film. Their respective tracks Lust for Life and Born Slippy (Nuxx) had perfectly bookended the first Trainspotting film two decades previously. On arrival, Iggy found a fully working studio set up and eagerness to get cracking.

Says Rick Smith “Iggy was staying at The Savoy and graciously said ‘yeah you know we we can meet and talk about something’ because we both felt a strong connection to Trainspotting and to Danny. I turned up thinking I’ve got one chance here to convince this gentleman that we should work together. So I turned up with basically half my studio, hired a hotel room, set up and sat waiting.”

Says Iggy Pop “When you are confronted with somebody who has a whole bloody studio there in the hotel room, a Skyped director who has won the Oscar recently and a fucking microphone in front of you and 30 finished pieces of very polished music, you don’t want to be the wimp that goes ‘uh uhhh’, so my mind was racing.”

Teatime Dub Encounters is the result of a few clandestine hotel room recording sessions, that began a few weeks after Underworld and Iggy Pop had each released their last albums (Barbara Barbara, we face a shining future and Post Pop Depression respectively) on the same day (18 March 2016). It is neither historical or a tribute to past work, it is the work of artists in motion, engaged in a process that they both bring to all of their work – one that uses spontaneity as a spur for creativity.


Tracklisting:
1) Bells & Circles - 7:29
2) Trapped - 7:43
3) I’ll See Big - 4:46
4) Get Your Shirt - 7:30

Digital Japan Bonus Track:
5) Get Your Shirt (Radio Edit 1) - 5:56

CD Japan Bonus Tracks (BRC576):
5) Bells & Circles (Instrumental)
6) Get Your Shirt (Instrumental)


Releases July 27th, 2018. Available on CLEAR LP, CD and digital music retailers.

ALSO AVAILABLE: CD+T-SHIRT (BRC576TS, BRC576TM, BRC576TL, BRC576TXL) through Japan retailers including Tower Records, HMV, Rakuten and Amazon.co.jp.
http://img.hmv.co.jp/image/jacket/40...144.1530321160


See the latest track announced alongside the EP, 'I’ll See Big':
https://youtu.be/BpimXPBDU9o

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

I just posted the video to I'll See Big in its own thread, perhaps someone could combine it with this one.

Also, I do believe we will get a digital copy as Bells & Circles single featured the EP cover artwork.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - I'll See Big
 

Nice music. Hoping for an instrumental.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

yeah, i've already seen pre-orders up on itunes now so it's going to happen.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

PayPal crashing when trying to order !

Eventually ordered. No digital copy seemingly promised or given.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

There are listings for the Vinyl and CD on Amazon UK, so I don't think the physical products are an UW Shop exclusive:

Vinyl: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07DQ9N6...911849c9f300c7
CD: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07DS1WJ...c66fcdcd9f6a7e

And, the 24-bit version is already available for pre-order on Qobuz, cool!

https://www.qobuz.com/gb-en/album/te.../fijwty48ll4da

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

There are also links now on Amazon USA for the physical releases.


Vinyl: https://amzn.to/2luKfCq

It's translucent vinyl, too.



CD: https://amzn.to/2MfgGjD




I'm really liking 'I'll See Big'.



Jason

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

i love that red cover/art.

drama aside, i just don't feel Iggy at all on these tracks. I just don't want to even listen to it after the first time. I much much much prefer the stream-of-consciousness style (and Karl's voice) of Underworld proper to this.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

Agree on this track. It actually reminds me of two other old UW tracks played on radio shows but unreleased (sorry I forget their names): one where Karl talks about a bus driver who eats pecan sandies, and the other has a Charles Bukowski spoken word sample. First had the same laid back vibe and a rare story by Karl that almost made linear sense rather than stream of consciousness, and the second had a guest vocal that I'd rather not have. Yep, great music on both of these Tea Time Dub Encounters, but the voice of Underworld is Karl, and I quite miss him here.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

definitely agree with this for both of the new iggy pop collaborations. it doesn't bug me as much in regards to 'Bells & Circles', but it would've been great if karl had more input in 'I'll See Big'. maybe he'll (hopefully) have more of a prominence in the other two remaining tracks.. despite this- it's all still great music that i enjoy.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

I feel like I really need to give a shit about iggy pop it I’m meant to enjoy this new music.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

It immediately reminded me of 'Bear of a Man'

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

It makes me kind of sad that there's not more hype and discussion about this. A new Underworld EP! What more could a fan ask for?(rhetorical question!)

Is it the Iggy Pop involvement/vocals that's lessening the excitement?

Is it the semi-blah "World of Underworld" launch that has underwhelmed?

Yeah, it's not 1997 anymore, but I'm personally still excited by new UW tunes. These two cuts from the EP, well... they're musically very UW and welcome. But lyrically, a bit off putting. But I'm trying to approach this EP as a side project, in the spirit of T2's themes, and just like a soundtrack, it's fine on it's own, but not really what makes UW tick.

I don't really mind either of Pop's rants/recollections after numerous plays. I get the feeling (especially from the intro hot mic words on Big) that Rick set up a recorder and Iggy just gushed whatever nonsense, then they edited it to fit the tracks. Or maybe they played the music while Pop spouted extemporaneously, for inspiration. Either way, like it or not, R&K likely chose what words to include.

Part of me wonders ( and this was probably brought up before with Bells and Circles), if Karl had spoken the same dialog, would we be more forgiving? More embracing of "edgy" new streams of consciousness/notebook documentation?

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

I'm excited for some new Underworld. 24 bit preordered. I think this is just the beginning and we'll get more singles/EPs. This is just a separate project they did with Iggy Pop while working on ideas for Trainspotting 2. I think we'll get a series of EPs, perhaps an ambient one.

I like to see Underworld stretch their wings and try something different, but for some folk on here "you can't do that." They live in the past and want the 90s all over again.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

For me, it’s Iggy. Like, if you just don’t give a shit or care for Iggy Pop, then you’re just outta luck on this EP. And that’s fine, not everything a band does is gonna be to everyone’s taste. That doesn’t mean it’s immune from criticism either. But I do like the backing tracks quite a bit. I’m a die hard Underworld fan and I’ll listen to literally anything they release.

The World of Underworld doesn’t impact my enjoyment of the new music, I just think it’s a really dubious way of making Spotify playlists seem more important than they are. But I hope it helps bring new listeners to their music.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

I've enjoyed both tracks, but I agree that Iggy is a bit off-putting. His voice and words just aren't really the kind of thing that appeals to me, unlike Karl's, so I'm immediately just less excited. I'll still be grabbing the EP, but I can't see it being on regular rotation in the way a new UW tends to be.

That said, this is the first non-album UW release since, what, the Japanese Boy Boy Boy eleven years ago? Which is something in itself.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

Do you mean retail CD release? Cause there have been plenty of vinyl non-album releases, like Long Slow Slippy and Baby Wants to Ride and yellow Rez.

If you're talking non-album CD releases, then there were The Bells The Bells, Live from the Roundhouse, and Rez (Bassnectar Remix). And many more if you add in promo CDs.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

It’s a different kind of release and if anything a very loose underworld connection. More like
a rick & Iggy Pop release with Karl backing. It’s different and I like it. Second track easier to get in to then the first bit all good to me.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

Ah yes, I forgot about the 12"s, my vinyl collection is relatively small and there's nothing on those releases that's warranted me getting them. They were mostly limited edition collectors things anyway, weren't they? There was the Scribble 12" too, if I remember correctly.
I'd say The Bells, The Bells and Live From the Roundhouse are both albums in a broad sense - one's a remix album and one's a live album - and I had no idea the Bassnectar remix had even been issued on CD! Even then, it's just the track and a radio edit. I'm not counting the promo CDs because they weren't given general release.

Anyway, I suppose my main point was this is the first large scale sizeable physical EP/single release we've had in the last ten years, after a decade of digital-only singles backed by anonymous remixes and the odd limited 12". For a band whose singles were once as essential listening as their albums, this is an interesting (and positive) move in my mind.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

Fuckyes CD! Finally not vinyl and digital only!

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

Nah. Lyrics like this are very un-underworld.

I’m not excited by this like I’ve been for most other releases. I’m sure I’ll be for the new album that I assume we’ve been hearing snippets of. This feels like a remix or a side project which for other favorite bands rarely interests me as well.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

This is perfect and I love it. This new song is wonderful and even with K in support vocal duties this feels about as UW as anything for me. Felt perfectly in place on the ambient ballads playlist next to best mamgu.



As for world of underworld being underwhelming, I think it's too soon to judge a new project before seeing it get used and mature. You gonna judge Juanita or cups off the first 30 seconds too?

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

Remember, in 1996/1997 Underworld collaborated extensively with U2, and none of those recordings were ever released (aside from the arguable Moaner Was A Remix of Mofo theory).

Had those collaborations happened in a day and age when music could be spontaneously released, I bet we'd be seeing an EP release just like this. So even though I'm not a fan of Iggy and I'm not incredibly keen on his vocals taking the place of Karl's, I'm just so happy these collaborations are coming out and not being shelved permanently like the U2derworld tapes.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Tea Time Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018
 

oh i have no problem with these existing. Good for Iggy and Underworld. Put out as much music as possible! I just don't like it.

Underworld has done loads of remixes and collabs, but i usually don't connect with them. (I don't typically like remixes of Underworld tracks as well. is that weird?) But i'm glad they exist for sure.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

So, the Japan CD release (BRC576) is going to have 2 bonus tracks:

Bells & Circles (Instrumental)
Get Your Shirt (Instrumental)

So, those of you who wanted the tracks without Iggy Pop may be interested in that.

Japan also has some CD+T-shirt bundles (S, M, L, or XL). The t-shirt has the Teatime Dub Encounters logo on it. I found the bundles on Tower Records, HMV, Rakuten, and Amazon so far. BRC576TS, BRC576TM, BRC576TL, BRC576TXL

The Japan digital release (iTunes, Amazon, Ototoy, mora, etc.) will have a different bonus track:

Get Your Shirt (Radio Edit 1) (5:56 long vs. the EP version 7:30 long)

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

thanks for noting, just put them and the track lengths in the original post (Japan CD bonus track lengths are unavailable as of right now). i really wish they were selling those t-shirts on underworldlive.com, they look really good. i am excited to hear bells & circles as an instrumental.. it'd be neat if they actually kept karl's vocals in there!

Re: World of Underworld
 

A new teaser with a female lead vocal up on the instagram story. Upbeat, bright sunshiny bit paced for the melodicgrooves playlist.

Re: World of Underworld
 

that's actually a new track from 'Teatime Dub Encounters', titled 'Get Your Shirt'
https://open.spotify.com/album/3rDxl1B5omPun9ehMgNpgo

it currently isn't available on youtube yet.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

"Get Your Shirt" single is available on all digital retailers now.

BTW, I've found that this place has been getting the 24-bit masters, and is a little bit cheaper than 7digital and Qobuz:

https://www.prostudiomasters.com/sea...t&q=Underworld

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

Video for Get Your Shirt:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrCa_PTu0t0

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

i kind of like this one even with iggy.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

Favorite of the songs put out so far, easily!

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

agree agree agree.

still not digging on Iggy tho. Its like the exact opposite of what I love about Underworld (Karl's) lyric structure and voice.

I hear a bit of "Headset" in there. Or similar chords at least.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

looking forward to the instrumental version again.

later
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Re: World of Underworld
 

Song wasn't announced or available yet when I posted, and I saw their insta post at 4 hours old.


It's quite good. Reminds me of all sorts of things from barking to devo.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

Mostly agree. I'm fine with the chorus and refrain singing, but the verse lyrics and phrasing are cringey imho. Musically, great stuff, as is the case with the other TTDE tracks.

Can't wait to hear the fourth cut from the EP. Regardless of Iggy's involvement, it's been fantastic to hear new UW music, very strong indeed.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

I find pretty much all of Iggy's vocal involvement to just, well, suck. These are 3 (and likely 4) tracks I'll not want to listen to often or at all.

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

I really like the female backing vocals on "Get your shirt", reminds me a lot of the old club favourite Transform / Transformations

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZ3pkY_11kg

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

FYI, I just discovered and confirmed that the limited edition translucent vinyl is exclusive to the Underworld Shop and U.S./Japan retailers. UK, EU, Oz, and other countries will have a standard black vinyl.

Here is some additional information that can hopefully help you confirm which version you're ordering from your favorite retailer.

Teatime Dub Encounters LE translucent vinyl
Catalog Number: UWIP002X
UPC: 602567739449

Teatime Dub Encounters standard black vinyl
Catalog Number: UWIP002
UPC: 602567687221

Re: Underworld & Iggy Pop - Teatime Dub Encounters (New EP: releases July 27th, 2018)
 

US retailers?? But do I still go UWLive (and insane shipping) for the sweet postcards?