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1.1 Reach1.2 Something on My Mind1.3 Unless1.4 Southbound Excursion1.5 Natural1.6 Faithful Pillow Part 11.7 (Don't Let Your Love) Start a War1.8 Beyond Friday's Field1.9 Abergele Next Time1.10 Crazier1.11 Faithful Pillow Part 2 |
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| | Description: | The Pale Fountains wurden 1980 in Liverpool von Mick (wie er damals hie�) Head mit Chris McCaffery am Bass, Thomas Whelan am Schlagzeug, dem Trompeter Andy Diagram und dem Gitarristen Ken Moss gegründet. Als sie Ende 1982 bei Virgin unterschrieben, wurde die Musikwelt zum ersten Mal auf die Arbeit des Singer-Songwriters Michael Head aufmerksam.
Zum Zeitpunkt der Veröffentlichung im Februar 1984 beschrieb Head Pacific Street als "wie eine Greatest Hits LP, nur dass wir keine Hits hatten!" Sie zeigt nicht nur den Ehrgeiz des 80er-Jahre-Pop im Allgemeinen, sondern auch die ganz besondere Eigenart der Liverpooler Szene, die allem, was aufgenommen wurde, Liebe und (Arthur Lees) Love hinzuzufügen schien. Es spiegelt die Abkehr vom Post-Punk und Funk der frühen Jahre des Jahrzehnts wider und zielt auf einen sanfteren, Bossa-Nova-beeinflussten Pop ab. Es ist schwer zu verstehen, warum Titel wie "Unless und "(Don't Let Your Love) Start A War" keine gro�en Hits waren und nicht als Standards angesehen werden.
Fast vier Jahrzehnte später wird Michael Head von seiner Hardcore-Fangemeinde verehrt, und die Welt entdeckt ihn neu, da jede seiner neuen Veröffentlichungen gro�en Anklang findet, sei es seine nachfolgende Band Shack oder sein aktuelles Ensemble, die Red Elastic Band. Aber mit The Pale Fountains fing alles an.
Diese Wiederveröffentlichung ist eine getreue Nachbildung der Originalveröffentlichung von Virgin Records aus dem Jahr 1984 mit bedrucktem Innenleben und wurde auf hochwertiges 180g-Vinyl gepresst. - 180GR.Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. The Pale Fountains were formed in Liverpool in 1980 by Mick (as he was then known) Head with Chris McCaffery on bass, Thomas Whelan on drums, trumpeter Andy Diagram and guitarist Ken Moss - Signing with Virgin in late 1982, this was the first time the music world became aware of the work of singer-songwriter Michael Head. At the time of it's release in February 1984, Head described Pacific Street as "like a greatest hits LP, except we haven't had any hits!" It not only showcases the ambition of 80s pop in general, but the very specific singularity of the Liverpool scene, that seemed to add love and (Arthur Lee's) Love to everything recorded. It reflects the swing away from the post- punk and funk of the early years of the decade, aiming for a mellower, bossa- nova influenced pop. It is difficult to understand how tracks such as Unless and (Don't Let Your Love) Start A War were not big hits and are not viewed as standards. Near four decades later, Michael Head is adored by his hardcore following and the wider world freshly discovers him as each of his new releases achieves widescale acclaim, whether it be his subsequent band, Shack, or his current outfit, the Red Elastic Band. But The Pale Fountains was where it all began.? 1983 Virgin Records Ltd.
© 2023 Virgin Records Ltd.
With printed inner sleeve.
Made in the EU.
Tracks numbered sequentially on jackets."Pacific Street" is the debut LP by The Pale Fountains, released in 1984 and now reissued by Proper. This album stands as a shining example of sophisticated pop, blending melodic guitar work with lush brass and string arrangements. Songs like "Reach," "Unless," and "You'll Start a War" showcase the band's knack for heartfelt songwriting and intricate production, drawing influences from classic artists such as Burt Bacharach and Love. The record has been praised for its timeless sound that bridges indie pop with elements of jazz, soul, and folk.
The Pale Fountains were formed in Liverpool in the early 1980s by Michael Head. Known for their delicate melodies and poetic lyrics, they quickly gained critical acclaim despite only releasing two albums before disbanding. Their influence can be traced through later acts like Shack (also fronted by Michael Head) and other British indie bands who admired their elegant style.
Proper is a respected music label renowned for high-quality reissues across genres including rock, pop, jazz, blues, country, and more. With meticulous attention to detail in remastering audio and packaging releases faithfully to original editions or even improving upon them with bonus material or liner notes, Proper has become a favorite among collectors seeking both authenticity and superior sound quality. | | | No. of tracks: |
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UMCLP29 |
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