Name: =
Brand: Ed Sheeran

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

A 677228

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Colour

White

Colour details

White Vinyl

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Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

Indie Exclusive

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2021-10-29

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

WEA /­ ADA

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

190296657054

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: Yes / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / white

A 677226

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Black

Extended format: No

190296657078

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Black LP

CD 677232

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190296549625

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Ed Sheeran

Genre US

Rock-Pop

Label US

Atlantic

Ed Sheeran is an English singer-songwriter, known for his heartfelt and relatable music. Born on 17 February 1991 in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, UK, Ed has captivated audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and poignant lyrics. With a string of chart-topping hits and multiple Grammy Awards under his belt, he has established himself as one of the most influential artists of our time. Whether it's his acoustic ballads or infectious pop tunes, Ed's music resonates with listeners of all ages and backgrounds.
From humble beginnings performing in small venues to selling out stadiums around the globe, Ed's journey to success is nothing short of remarkable. His ability to connect with fans through his music has earned him a dedicated following that spans across continents. With each album release, he continues to push boundaries and experiment with different genres while staying true to his signature sound.
Beyond his musical talent, Ed is also known for his philanthropy work and commitment to various charitable causes. He uses his platform to raise awareness about important issues and make a positive impact in the world. As an artist who consistently delivers powerful performances and genuine storytelling through his songs, Ed Sheeran has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the music industry.

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‘=’ - the fourth instalment in Sheeran’s symbol album series – is Ed’s most accomplished work yet; the evolution of an artist who continues to tread new ground. A body of songs that were made over a four-year period following his seminal ‘÷’ (Divide) album era, thematically, ‘=’ finds Ed taking stock of his life and the people in it, as he explores the varying degrees of love (‘The Joker And The Queen’, ‘First Times’, ‘2step'), loss (‘Visiting Hours’), resilience (‘Can’t Stop The Rain’) and fatherhood (‘Sandman’, ‘Leave Your Life’), while also processing his reality and career (‘Tides’). Sonically, ‘=’ encapsulates Ed’s versatile musical palette, spanning signature, guitar-led tracks and world-class balladry to weightier, euphoric production moments, as first showcased on the album’s lead single ‘Bad Habits,’ released earlier this summer.

"=" seamlessly captures both the intimate and every day; elevating universal experiences to a higher plane as reflected by ‘Visiting Hours’ – a track that finds Ed coming to terms with the loss of his mentor and friend, Michael Gudinski, and written shortly after his passing: “I wish that heaven had visiting hours / So I can just swing by and ask your advice”. Performed for the first time at Michael’s State Memorial in March, the poignant track, which is joined by a stripped performance video, features backing vocals from Michael’s close friends, Kylie Minogue and Jimmy Barnes.

Written and recorded across Suffolk, London, Sweden and LA, the album’s executive production comes from Ed Sheeran, FRED (No.6 Collaborations Project) and Johnny McDaid (Divide), with additional writing and/or production provided by Steve Mac, Joe Rubel, Amy Wadge, Foy Vance, Elvira Anderfjard, David Hodges, Andrew Watt, Lou Bell, Natalie Hemby and Ben Kweller. Sheeran’s brother, Matthew, a composer, also contributes stunning string arrangements on ‘First Times’ and ‘The Joker And The Queen’. The album artwork is a vivid collage of butterfly imagery symbolizing the albums’ thread of ‘new life’ and is backdropped by one of Ed’s own abstract paintings.

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