Grimes' new record Visions is officially released outside of North America today, having debuted in the Billboard Top 100 on its release in the US three weeks ago..
The work of Claire Boucher, Grimes is a project that has gained notoriety since its inception back in early-2010. Moving to Montreal from Vancouver in 2006, she developed Grimes among the city’s burgeoning DIY scene; a scene where both punk ethos and pop music collide. Visions is her fourth release in less than two years and...
To coincide with Visions by Grimes being named Album of the Year in the prestigious Rough Trade Shops End of Year chart, she's put together an exclusive five-track bonus disc that will only be available with any purchase of the album made in their store or from their site over the festive period.
The five tracks that make up the disc are three hard to find gems recorded in the same period as the album itself and two brand new remixes; 'Ambrosia' originally appeared on the Canadian LP pressing...
After an extremely busy year for Grimes, Claire Boucher is unfortunately having to cancel her forthcoming European tour. This is a decision that hasn't been taken lightly and Claire posted the following message on her Facebook page - "I have to cancel my upcoming European tour for medical reasons. I apologize to everyone who bought tickets, everything can be reimbursed and I promise that I'll be back in Europe in the future."
The below dates are now cancelled with refunds available for all...
Continuing an already crazy year for Grimes, on the eve of her next European tour she is premiering the incredible new video for 'Genesis'.
Releasing the album Visions earlier this year, her debut for 4AD, to near universal praise, Grimes has barely stopped since; she's graced numerous magazine covers, made her first live TV performances in both the UK and the US, played shows across three continents (including a train tour of Canada with Diplo and Skrillex) and has just been...
With a handful of upcoming festival appearances, a string of Canadian dates with Skrillex and Diplo next month, a first foray in to Japan and a return to Europe including two sold-out shows at Heaven in London already announced, Grimes is today unveiling the Mythical Gymnastics Tour. An extensive North American Fall headlining tour, Grimes will be joined on the road by both Myths and Elite Gymnastics, hence its title.
Also appearing today is Claire's MTV PUSH live version of 'Genesis'. This comes after her recent nomination for Most Innovative Solo Performer at this year's MTV O Music Awards. As part of this, Claire will be joining The Flaming Lips when they try to break Jay-Z’s world record for the most live concerts in 24 hours.