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Islands began as a bold, melodic project in 2005, born from the split of The Unicorns. Founded in Montreal by Nick Thorburn (aka Nick Diamonds) and Jamie Thompson, Islands has since operated with fluid lineups, continually evolving its sound while keeping a core indie sensibility. The project sits at the intersection of intimate lyrics, lush arrangements, and adventurous arrangements that fans have trusted for over a decade. Here you’ll find a concise biography, a complete look at their studio albums, and notes on recent and upcoming live appearances.

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Documented collaborators

For fans seeking up-to-date info, Islands maintains a presence across social platforms. Follow Nick Thorburn and the Islands project for updates, music previews, and behind-the-scenes content. We’ve got you covered with easy access to official pages and essential show information as it becomes available.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Islands

  • Formed in 2005 in Montreal by Nick Thorburn (Nick Diamonds) and Jamie Thompson after The Unicorns disbanded; the band has since operated with shifting lineups. Evidence: Islands history and formation covered in their band article.
  • Latest album and status: What Occurs released June 21, 2024 on ELF; Islomania released June 11, 2021 on Royal Mountain Records; And That’s Why Dolphins Lost Their Legs released August 25, 2023 on ELF. Evidence: multiple sources detailing each release.
  • Complete studio-album discography (most recent first): What Occurs (2024, ELF); And That's Why Dolphins Lost Their Legs (2023, ELF); Islomania (2021, Royal Mountain); Taste (2016, Manqué); Should I Remain Here, At Sea? (2016, Manqué); Ski Mask (2013, Manqué); A Sleep & a Forgetting (2012, ANTI-); Vapours (2009, ANTI-); Arm's Way (2008, ANTI-); Return to the Sea (2006, Equator/Rough Trade).
  • Top singles (most recent first, no major chart peaks documented): 'Rough Gem' (2006); 'Don't Call Me Whitney, Bobby' (2006); 'Dnttakemy Wingzz Away' (2007); 'The Arm' (2008). Peak chart data not listed for these singles in the main discography.
  • Social media presence: Islands’ core social handles and official links include @nickfromislands on Twitter/X and Instagram, with handles linked from official pages.

The records

Islands Discography

  • What Occurs
    2024 · ELF
  • And That's Why Dolphins Lost Their Legs
    2023 · ELF
  • Islomania
    2021 · Royal Mountain Records
  • Taste
    2016 · Manqué Music
  • Should I Remain Here, At Sea?
    2016 · Manqué Music
  • Ski Mask
    2013 · Manqué Music
  • A Sleep & a Forgetting
    2012 · ANTI-
  • Vapours
    2009 · ANTI-
  • Arm's Way
    2008 · ANTI-
  • Return to the Sea
    2006 · Equator Records / Rough Trade Records

The hits

Top Islands Songs

  • Rough Gem
    2006 · —
  • Don't Call Me Whitney, Bobby
    2006 · —
  • Dnttakemy Wingzz Away
    2007 · —
  • The Arm
    2008 · —

For fans seeking up-to-date info, Islands maintains a presence across social platforms. Follow Nick Thorburn and the Islands project for updates, music previews, and behind-the-scenes content. We’ve got you covered with easy access to official pages and essential show information as it becomes available.

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