For the first time, the band integrated xylophones, glockenspiels, and shakers, adding a layer of eerie texture to their sound.
Are you looking to compare the against more recent vinyl-rip high-res versions?
: The band's label, Domino Recording Co., sells the standard LP which often includes a digital download card for WAV or MP3 Domino Recording Company Album Overview: Humbug (2009) Produced by Josh Homme James Ford arctic monkeys humbug 2009 flac upd
Thanks to recent digital archive dumps from Domino Records’ internal backups (leaked? liberated? you decide), a of Humbug has surfaced — sourced from the original 2009 session tapes, not the compressed CD master. Key differences:
: The subtle "reverb-drenched" guitar tones and shimmering organ work are far more distinct. For the first time, the band integrated xylophones,
Which of those would you like?
Humbug (2009) – FLAC | 16-bit/44.1kHz | Source: Original CD rip (EAC secure mode) or 2026 tape-sourced FLAC | DR score: 12 | Highlights: Crying Lightning, Cornerstone, The Jeweller’s Hands liberated
The album was split between Josh Homme (who produced tracks 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 10) and long-time collaborator James Ford, who handled the more "tender" moments like "Cornerstone" and "Secret Door" in New York City.