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Glasvegas - Glasvegas (2nd Hand Compact Disc)
SKU CD000282
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Description
Glasvegas are a four-piece from Glasgow - the latest band to be championed by industry mogul Alan McGee, the man that "discovered" Oasis.
Despite the inevitable hyperbole that has followed McGee's proclamation of the band, Glasvegas more than delivered on their early promise with this eponymous debut album.
The band's down-to-earth worldview combined with their nostalgic sound and surging, sing-a-long choruses makes for a rich and enjoyable musical tapestry.
* Parental Advisory Explicit Lyrics *
Original CD with 16pp Booklet (Artwork is Superb).
Details
- Format : Standard 2nd Hand Compact Disc
- Condition : Very Good (Disc - Very Good / Jewel Case - Very Good)
- Category : Music - CD's / Indie & Alternative Music
- Label : Sony / BMG
- Released : 2008
- Catalogue Number : GOWOW010
- Barcode (GTIN-13 / EAN) : 0886973273920
- SKU : CD000282
- PPC : LL100gm
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
Tracklist
1. Flowers & Football Tops
2. Geraldine
3. It's My Own Cheating Heart That Makes Me Cry
4. Lonesome Swan
5. Go Square Go
6. Polmont On My Mind
7. Daddy's Gone
8. Stabbed
9. S.A.D. Light
10. Ice Cream Van
External Reviews
"The quartet already showcased their earthy wit and sonic ambitions on singles such as "Daddy's Gone," a heartfelt tale of soured father-son relations delivered in an uncompromising Glaswegian accent and set to a shimmering wall of rock & roll. Glasvegas continues in more or less the same vein. Singer James Allen reels off stories of everyday city life over euphonious, pop-edged soundtracks that blend 50's surf rock, layered, Phil Spector-esque production values and the occasional splash of 60's doo wop."
"Personally I think this album has aged well. Combining strong Scottish overtones of the Associates and Jesus and Mary chain it also adds to the mix wall of Sound style sixties girl bands whilst keeping the sound raw and original. There are 4 incredible songs and the rest are great." - Amazon Reviews.
AI Summary
Glasvegas burst onto the Scottish music scene with their self-titled debut, a raw and emotionally charged album that captures the band's signature wall-of-sound aesthetic. Featuring anthemic tracks that blend post-punk revival with shoegaze influences, this record showcases frontman James Allan's distinctive vocals and the group's ability to craft songs that are both sonically dense and deeply personal. A compelling listen for fans of alternative rock and indie music.
