Merge’s reissue reinforces the strength of Suburban Light


After more than 10 years on hiatus The Clientele is experiencing a renaissance, thanks in part to the reissue of its seminal debut Suburban Light. “There are so many great records in the Merge back catalog, and the fact that they chose one of ours was incredibly flattering,” said Alasdair MacLean (middle). Photo credit: Nik Strangelove

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