Shopping have damaged up. The UK post-punk trio hadn’t put out an album since 2020’s All or Nothing, however confirmed the information on Instagram final week. “After 13 years, Shopping is taking our final spin by means of the aisles,” the band wrote in a post on Friday, August 15. At present, they’ve additionally shared the brand new tune “White Noise,” billed as their ultimate single, with an accompanying video. Watch it under.

Fashioned in London, England in 2012, Shopping drew closely from the basic post-punk of Mo-Dettes, Gang of 4, and Delta 5. The trio of guitarist Ray Aggs, bassist Billy Easter, and drummer Andrew Milk—all former members of the band Covergirl—first gained notoriety when their 2013 debut album, Shopper Complaints, was reissued by FatCat Data in 2015.

Although they repeatedly insisted that they have been extra occupied with making individuals dance than providing political commentary, Shopping turned identified for their portrayals of queer alienation beneath capitalism. They shared the album Why Select in 2015 and, in 2018, launched The Official Physique, which boasted a fuller sound and helped the band to achieve worldwide touring act standing. Pitchfork named each The Official Physique and All or Nothing as among the many finest rock albums of their respective years.

“This tune and video are filled with unbelievable reminiscences, all made doable by the love and assist of our followers,” Shopping wrote of “White Noise” on Instagram. “You’ve got taken us far and extensive on so many adventures, and we’re actually grateful for each single second. It’s bittersweet, however principally we really feel grateful for you, our group, and for all the enjoyment and noise we’ve made collectively. See you tomorrow 🫶”

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