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In episode eight of SKiP’D, Rob & Mike dive into Arctic Monkeys’ fifth studio album, AM, released on 9 September 2013. Recorded between January 2012 and June 2013 at Sage & Sound Recording in Los Angeles and Rancho De La Luna in Joshua Tree, California, with production led by James Ford and co-production from Ross Orton, this record fuses indie rock grit, blues-rock swagger, R&B soul, and hip-hop-influenced grooves into a dark, cinematic package.

What’s inside:

• A track-by-track exploration of opener “Do I Wanna Know?” and anthem “R U Mine?” uncovering their moody guitar riffs and rhythmic swagger
• A breakdown of late-night standout “Why’d You Only Call Me When You’re High?” and its blend of confessional lyrics with vintage drum-machine pulse
• Insight into Alex Turner’s decision to treat AM as a true studio album, layering piano, organ, Hohner Guitaret, and subtle guest vocals into the band’s core sound

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