Archive for category New Albums
10047 22-20s
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on July 16, 2010
22-20s – Shake/Shiver/Moan (US: 22nd Jun – TBD)
An unexpectable return of this underrated Blues/Indie outfit 22-20s, who ceased in 2006 but soon reformed two years later, Shake/Shiver/Moan is the effort as their second studio album. Despite the replacement of their keyboardist, their direction of Blues Rock remained as a mainstream, as a second guitarist were added to the line-up. Outstanding track: ‘Talk To Me’. Back Catalogue: Live In Japan (Toshiba-EMI, 2005), 22-20s (Heavenly, 2004), 05/03 [mini] (Heavenly, 2003).
10046 The Bluetones
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on July 1, 2010
The Bluetones – A New Athens (UK: 31st May – CIA)
The sixth studio album from Brit-pop survivors The Bluetones, who is incredible in a high profile, still insist making pure and easy Brit-pop music, despite the changes of the world. A New Athens sounds even better than their previous works and is closer to their debut Expecting To Fly. Outstanding track: ‘Carry Me Home’. Back Catalogue:
Collection (Mercury, 2008)
The Early/Garage Years (Cooking Vinyl, 2007)
Once Upon A Time In West Twelve (Secret, 2007)
BBC Radio Sessions (Mercury, 2007)
The Bluetones (Cooking Vinyl, 2006)
A Rough Outline: The Singles & B-Sides 95-03 (Mercury, 2006)
Luxembourg (Superior Quality, 2003)
The Singles (Superior Quality, 2002)
Science & Nature (Superior Quality, 2000)
Return To The Last Chance Saloon (Superior Quality, 1998)
Expecting To Fly (Superior Quality, 1996)
10045 Kula Shaker
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on June 30, 2010
Kula Shaker – Pilgrim’s Progress (UK: 28th Jun – Strange Folk)
Second album since the reunion of Kula Shaker, their fourth overall. Still continues the sound of psychedelica and traditional Indian music, but softer and more acoustic than their previous works. Outstanding track: ‘Only Love’. Back Catalogue: Strange Folk (Strange Folk, 2007); Kollected/The Best Of (Columbia, 2002); Peasants, Pigs & Astronauts (Columbia, 1999); K (Columbia, 1996).
RE001 Mansun
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums, Re-issues on June 28, 2010
Mansun – Attack Of The Grey Lantern – 3CD Collector’s Edition (UK: 7th Jun – Parlophone)
Attack Of The Grey Lantern was the debut album from Brit-pop pioneers Mansun, received a massive critical review when it was released in 1997. The collector’s edition contains the original album and two extra discs nearly full of all the b-sides and a new remix. Another treasure from the band’s legacy. Classic Tracks: ‘Stripper Vicar’ & ‘Wide Open Space’ Other Catalogue: Legacy/The Best Of Mansun (Parlophone, 2006); Kleptomania (Parlophone, 2004); Little Kix (Parlophone, 2000); Six (Parlophone, 1998).
10044 Mystery Jets
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on June 28, 2010
Mystery Jets – Serotonin (UK: 5th Jul – Rough Trade)
Third album from Mystery Jets, their first for new label Rough Trade. Serotonin which see the band turns to synthesized from progressive completely with such influence as ELO, 10cc, Supertramp and other 70’s bands of the same gerne. Outstanding tracks: ‘Dreaming Of Another World’ & ‘Flash A Hungry Smile’. Back Catalogue: Twenty One (679, 2008); Making Dens (679, 2006).
10043 The National
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on June 24, 2010
The National – High Violet (UK: 10th May/US: 11th May – 4AD)
The fifth album from New York’s The National, think Bruce Springsteen meets Joy Division. High Violet, an album full of swollen heart and bruised soul and engaging lyrics. Outstanding track: ‘Bloodbuzz Ohio’. Back catalogue: Boxer (Beggars Banquet, 2007); Alligator (Beggars Banquet, 2005); Sad Songs For Dirty Lovers (Brassland, 2003); The National (Brassland, 2001)
10042 We Are Scientists
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on June 23, 2010
We Are Scientists – Barbara (UK: 14th Jun – Masterswan)
It’s the new sound of the science, the duo of We Are Scientists emigrated to England and even recruited a British drummer, ex Razorlight sticksman Andy. Then results in this half-an-hour album Barbara, a British influenced record, while return to their Love And Squalor era sound. Outstanding tracks: ‘I Don’t Bite’ & ‘Nice Guys’. Back catalouge: Brain Thrust Mastery (Virgin, 2008); Crap Attack (Virgin, 2006); With Love And Squalor (Virgin, 2005); Safety, Fun, And Learning (In That Order) (Devious Semantics, 2002).
10041 The Drums
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on June 23, 2010
The Drums – The Drums (UK: 7th Jun – Island)
Eagerly awaited debut album from the best British band from America as NME suggested, The Drums, the promising four-piece is gonna dominate your summer. The self titled album reminds us with summer days rain, surfing USA, The Smiths and all good things come to an end. Outstanding tracks: ‘Let’s Go Surfing’ & ‘Best Friend”.Back catalogue
10040 Keane
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on June 18, 2010
Keane – Night Train (UK: 10th May – Island)
An EP or a mini album, depends on which way you defines the format, recorded during Keane’s Perfect Symmetry tour last year, in various studios. Now compiled as this eight-track Night Train, including collaboration with Hip Hop rapper K’Naan, which is the first time the band make this kind of style. And also a cover version of Yellow Magic Orchestra with Japanese MC Tigarah. Outstanding track: ‘Your Love’. Back catalogue: Perfect Symmetry (Island, 2008); Under The Iron Sea (Island, 2006); Hopes And Fears (Island, 2004).
10039 New Adventures
Posted by chainly77 in New Albums on June 13, 2010
New Adventures – Repeat To Fade (UK: 9th Apr – Faded Grandeur)
This is the only album from New Adventures, previously known as Fans Of Kate, who only released handful singles during their existence. Repeat To Fade is also a farewell records as the band chose to part ways each other. New Adventures sound more like a band from the 90’s Brit-Pop band, the using of piano and the falsetto singing remind us Muse and Keane. Outstanding track: ‘In Our Hands’.