The Rubens Room (Él Records: In Camera) is a carefully curated compilation celebrating the distinctive world of Él Records, the beloved British independent label known for its sophisticated, art-influenced take on pop and rock. Bringing together a remarkable roster of artists including Louis Philippe, The King of Luxembourg, Would-Be-Goods, and more, this 2025 release offers a sweeping tour through the label's signature blend of chamber pop, post-punk elegance, and literary sensibility.
Spanning 25 tracks across two records, this compilation showcases just how much creative ground Él Records covered, uniting artists who shared a refined aesthetic rooted in pre-rock influences, witty lyricism, and an undeniable love of art and culture. From the delicate, painterly compositions of Louis Philippe to the arch wit of The King of Luxembourg, this is a collection that rewards attentive listening and offers an ideal entry point — or a deeper dive — into one of indie pop's most distinctive catalogs.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Tapete Records
- Genre: Rock, Pop
- Release Date: 04/11/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Anthony Bay
A2. Like Nobody Do
A3. Guess I'm Dumb
A4. Touch Of Evil
A5. If You're Missing Someone
A6. Now Listen
A7. Ulysses And The Siren
B1. A Picture Of Dorian Gray
B2. The Rubens Room
B3. Smash Hit Wonder
B4. The Camera Loves Me
B5. Velasquez & I
B6. Cecil Beaton’s Scrapbook
C1. Curtain
C2. Oh Constance
C3. The Execution Of Emperor Maximillian
C4. Choirboys Gas
C5. Where Have All the Schoolboys Gone?
C6. Lemon Tarts
D1. Jet Set Junta (Single Version)
D2. Thames Valley Leather Club
D3. Park Row
D4. John The Baptist Jones
D5. Paper Wraps Rock
D6. Umber Wastes
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