FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) preserves every single bit of the original studio recording. When you compare a standard 320kbps MP3 to a FLAC file of Tourist History , the differences are subtle but profound:

The Northern Irish indie-pop band strictly performed all lead instrumentation and vocals themselves on this record. However, if you are looking at specific track credits or expanded deluxe editions of this FLAC release, there are several key background contributors and remixers tied to the project: 👥 Studio & Session Contributors

Won the Choice Music Prize for Irish Album of the Year (2010).