Alexander (song)

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"Alexander"
Single by Rey Pila
ReleasedOctober 15, 2013 (2013-10-15)
Genre Indie rock, electronic rock
Label Cult Records
Songwriter(s) Diego Solórzano / Andrés Velasco / Rodrigo Blanco
Producer(s) Chris Coady

"Alexander" is the debut single by Mexican rock band Rey Pila, released in 2013 on 7-inch vinyl and digital formats by Cult Records. [1] It was produced by Chris Coady [2] at DFA Studios in New York City.

The single's B-side is a cover version of Chris de Burgh's "Lady in Red". It was recorded in Topetitud Studios in Mexico City, and produced by Rey Pila and mixed by Shawn Everett in New York City.

Track listing

No.TitleLength
1."Alexander"3:30
2."Lady in Red"4:12

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References

  1. "Alexander" in AllMusic AllMusic
  2. Pearis, Bill. Mexico City Band released new single Brooklyn Vegan November 25, 2013.