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• Pleased to Meet You, released in 2001, is the tenth studio album by James and the final record to feature lead singer Tim Booth before his departure. The album blends the bands signature alternative rock sound with atmospheric production by Brian Eno, resulting in a collection that is both expansive and emotionally charged. Tracks like Getting Away With It (All Messed Up) and Space demonstrate the groups knack for anthemic choruses, while songs such as English Beefcake and Alaskan Pipeline reveal a more experimental, introspective side.

  The record captures James at a transitional moment, reflecting on themes of change, identity, and closure, yet it does so with the energy and ambition of a band still pushing themselves forward. Pleased to Meet You remains a fan favorite, praised for its mix of immediacy and depth, and stands as a fitting bookend to one of the most creative chapters in the groups career.

  Reviews:

  James bow out on a high, with a record that combines heartfelt songwriting and sonic adventure. The Guardian

  Pleased to Meet You is an often beautiful and surprisingly cohesive farewell, full of energy and reflection. NME

  The album proves James were still evolving, with Brian Enos production adding atmosphere and texture to their songs. AllMusic

  Booth delivers with passion, and the band supports him with music that is both grand and intimate. Rolling Stone

• Artist: James Label: Fontana, Mercury, UMC Format: LP Units: 2 Country: Europe Genre: Pop & Rock Style: Alternative Rock, Indie Rock, Soft Rock

• A1 Space
  A2 Falling Down
  A3 English Beefcake
  B1 Junkie
  B2 Pleased To Meet You
  B3 The Shining
  C1 Senorita
  C2 Gaudi
  C3 What Is It Good For
  D1 Give It Away
  D2 Fine
  D3 Getting Away With It (All Messed Up)
  D4 Alaskan Pipeline