Enablers – Output Negative Space

HUMAN WORTH are extremely proud to present a special 15th Anniversary re-issue of Enablers’ seminal 2006 album ’Output Negative Space’, with a portion of proceeds going to music and mental health charity Sounds of Saving: This video was directed by Gareth Thomas and uses re-discovered and previously unseen footage of the band from the Output era. Originally release on Neurot Recordings in 2006, the album was a defining moment for the band and their sound, which had begun with End Note but become fully defined during the writing and recording of this record. In the words of vocalist Pete Simoenelli “End Note may have opened a door, but Output shut it and we never really looked back.” The definition of a cult album, ’Output Negative Space’ is as heartfelt as it comes. In just over half an hour, Enablers twist and turn through the sprawling intricate guitars of Joe Goldring (Ex-Swans) and Kevin Thomson that glide elegantly before bursting into controlled explosions of sound. These guitars dance around the dreamlike poetry of vocalist Pete Simonelli, backed by the herding, jazzy percussion of Joe Byrnes, who sadly passed away in 2012. Enablers capture a special intimacy of sound akin to the jazz-rock of Tortoise, the overwhelming melancholy of Low and the frenzied fever dreams of Slint. With this record reaching it’s 15th anniversary as well as nearing the 10th anniversary of Joe Byrnes’ passing, London based DIY label HUMAN WORTH have lovingly remastered Output Negative Space for vinyl for the first time, pressing up a limited edition run of heavyweight 180g vinyl, packaged in a stunning gatefold sleeve designed by David Hand (Lancashire & Somerset) which includes a hand numbered booklet featuring writings by Pete Simonelli and friends of the band remembering drummer Joey Byrnes 10 years after his passing, accompanied by rare tour photography by Owen Richards. In homage to Joe Byrnes, 10% of proceeds from sales will be donated to charity Sounds of Saving, who aim to improve mental health and reduce suicide rates by celebrating the power of human connection to music and directing people to the resources they need before it’s too late. Director: Gareth Thomas