Announced: Archy Marshall – A New Place 2 Drown (Instrumentals) + ‘When And Why’

XL Recordings is proud to mark the 10th anniversary of Archy Marshall’s (aka King Krule) A New Place 2 Drown with the release of a newly remastered instrumental edition, available digitally now. A 12” vinyl version will follow on 16 January, with pre-orders from today

Also released today is ‘When And Why’, an unearthed single created at the same time as A New Place 2 Drown. Considered something of a myth among fans, the song was first heard during Archy Marshall’s guest appearance on Mount Kimbie’s NTS residency. Now, a decade on, “When And Why” is finally available in full. Listen here.

Originally released on 10 December 2015, A New Place 2 Drown remains a singular entry in the Archy Marshall catalogue. Known to many for his work as King Krule, Marshall released A New Place 2 Drown under his own name, highlighting a different facet of his creative identity. An atmospheric blend of submerged beats, woozy textures, and diaristic storytelling, the project earned widespread acclaim upon release, including Pitchfork’s Best New Music.

Developed in parallel with a visual world shaped by his brother and longtime collaborator, Jack Marshall, the quietly influential project stands as a multidisciplinary love letter to their home of South London. Originally released alongside a Will Robson-Scott– directed short film and a book of artworks, photography, and poetry by the Marshall brothers.

The 2025 instrumental edition offers a newly illuminated perspective on the record’s sonic core, drawing fresh attention to the production craft that underpins the project. By stripping the songs back to their foundations, the release highlights the intricate textures, rhythmic detail, and atmospheric depth that have helped A New Place 2 Drown grow into a cult favourite over the past decade.

Listen / pre-order A New Place 2 Drown (Instrumentals) here.
Listen / buy ‘When And Why’ here.