{"product_id":"aldous-harding-train-on-the-island-blue-vinyl-lp","title":"Train On The Island","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eTrain on the Island\u003c\/em\u003e is the fifth studio album from acclaimed New Zealand singer-songwriter Aldous Harding, further cementing her reputation as one of contemporary music's most distinctive and captivating voices. Released in 2026, the album reunites Harding with longtime collaborator and producer John Parish, continuing a creative partnership that has shaped some of the most celebrated releases in her catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eRecorded at the legendary Rockfield Studios in Wales, \u003cem data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eTrain on the Island\u003c\/em\u003e blends Harding's enigmatic songwriting, expressive vocals and unconventional storytelling with rich yet understated arrangements. The album features contributions from an accomplished group of musicians, including pedal steel player Joe Harvey-Whyte, harpist Mali Llywelyn, synth artist Thomas Poli, drummer Sebastian Rochford and Huw Evans (H. Hawkline).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eAcross ten beautifully crafted songs, Harding explores themes of connection, memory and imagination through her trademark blend of indie folk, art-pop and subtle psychedelia. Tracks such as \u003cem data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\"One Stop\"\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\"Venus in the Zinnia\"\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\"Coats\"\u003c\/em\u003e showcase her ability to create music that is at once mysterious, melodic and emotionally resonant. Widely praised for its luminous songwriting and inventive arrangements, the album stands among the strongest and most compelling releases of her career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003ePressed on Indie Exclusive blue 150g vinyl LP, \u003cem data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eTrain on the Island\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential addition for fans of Aldous Harding's unique artistry and collectors of contemporary indie folk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aldous Harding","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":52891624931695,"sku":"4AD0873LPX","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/7089\/3423\/files\/ALDOUSHARDING-TrainOnTheIslandIndieExclusiveBlueVinylLP_150g.jpg?v=1776970286","url":"https:\/\/www.thevinylstore.com.au\/products\/aldous-harding-train-on-the-island-blue-vinyl-lp","provider":"The Vinyl Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}