We Were Exploding Anyway

This is the fourth full-length album released by 65daysofstatic, in April 2010 on Hassle Records.

Often considered a departure from their previous efforts, this release features strong influences by electronic and dance music, while still maintaining the band's signature sound and use of more traditional rock instruments.

The song "Debutante" would be features in many releases associated with the video game "No Man's Sky", although it was not featured on the official soundtrack made by the band, considering that it was composed and released much earlier.

Deluxe Edition
Bird's Robe offers a Deluxe Edition that features the Heavy Sky EP (with its two bonus tracks) and the Crash Tactics and Come To Me singles.

A "Tiger Girl" remix by Sleepmakeswaves was also added as the final track of this edition.

History
The album was recorded at 2Fly Studios. The liner notes specify that it was between 4PM on 31/10/09 and 4AM on 09/11/09. It was mixed at Futureshock Studios by Alex Newport and his assistant Chris Tabron. It was mastered at Salt Mastering.

It was recorded by Alan Smyth & Dave Sanderson. Sanderson worked previously with the band for the "Dance Parties" EP, a collaboration that would grow steadily throughout the following years.

Just like their previous release, it was self-produced by 65daysofstatic, as creative freedom is quite essential in making art.

Album Art
Art direction for this album was part of the band's long-running collaboration with Caspar Newbolt. It is a different take on the band's logo, which was an hommage to "The Kiss" painting by Gustav Klimt.

Personnel

 * Rob Jones: drums, electronics, co-composer.
 * Joe Shrewsbury: guitars, electronics, co-composer.
 * Paul Wolinski: guitars, keyboards, electronics, co-composer.
 * Simon Wright: bass guitar, electronics, co-composer.
 * Robert Smith: vocals and lyrics for track 6.
 * Debbie Clare: vocals on track 8.