{"title":"Jamie xx","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Jamie xx\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJames Thomas Smith, performing as Jamie xx, was born in London on October 28, 1988. He is a founding member of the xx (alongside Romy Madley Croft and Oliver Sim) and produces all the band's material. His solo debut In Colour (2015) was expanded out of his work with Gil Scott-Heron on We're New Here (2011), the producer-driven companion to Scott-Heron's I'm New Here (which Scott-Heron approved before his 2011 death). In Colour was nominated for the Mercury Prize in 2015 and earned three Grammy nominations. He continued releasing material with the xx alongside his solo work, with In Waves (2024) marking his return to solo output.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJamie xx's sound combines electronic, UK garage, deep house, post-dubstep, ambient, and dance music with extensive use of vocal samples, dense rhythmic programming, and atmospheric production approaches drawing on classic UK dance music traditions alongside contemporary indie and dance music aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe're New Here (2011, Young Turks\/XL) - with Gil Scott-Heron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Colour (2015, Young Turks\/XL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Waves (2024, Young Turks\/XL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung Turks\/XL Recordings pressings of the Jamie xx catalog have been issued in multiple color variant editions and limited deluxe pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Jamie xx typically start with In Colour (2015) or In Waves (2024). \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/electronic-vinyl-records\"\u003eElectronic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jamie-xx-in-colour-vinyl-remastered","title":"In Colour LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eJamie's definitive In Colour is a bold, celebratory and emotional artistic statement that received critical acclaim across the board as well achieving huge commercial success.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540854616247,"sku":"210000060313","price":27.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/r-24641384-1664231543-3438.jpg?v=1781154505"},{"product_id":"jamie-xx-in-waves-cd","title":"In Waves CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eJamie XX's \"In Waves\" is an exploration of nightlife's emotional highs and lows, pushing the boundaries of modern electronic music. This album not only elevates his sound but also captures the haunting beauty and volatility of an unforgettable night out, where fleeting moments become cherished memories. With intricate production and collaborations with artists like Romy and Robyn, Jamie creates a landscape rich in introspection, perfectly mirroring the essence of contemporary dance culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785663131831,"sku":"210000092390","price":16.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4349990-3192644.jpg?v=1783045584"},{"product_id":"jamie-xx-in-waves-vinyl","title":"In Waves LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Waves is a melancholy paradise of bliss, heartbreak, and introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48860498460855,"sku":"210000092274","price":26.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4349991-3192643.jpg?v=1783653936"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.waxtraxrecords.com\/collections\/jamie-xx.oembed","provider":"Wax Trax Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}