The improvisation of his shows supporting The XX in 2017 served as inspiration for Shepherd. So here’s an interesting fact. Crush was made over a span of an intense five-week period. He thought what he’d come out with would “be really melodic and slow-building” to suit the mood of the headliners, but what he ended up playing was “some of the most obtuse and aggressive music I’ve ever made, in front of 20,000 people every night,” he says. “It was liberating.” Crush is the sound of the many sides of Sam Shepherd aka Floating Points finally fusing together. The 140g black vinyl is housed in a glossy sleeve with artwork printed inside and out. Additionally, a 4 page A4 booklet featuring a score of album track ‘Birth’ is included. Finally, head here for more info on the Ninja Tune release. Also, check out the artwork and tracklist below.