Boasting an impressive pedigree, rock supergroup ShadowParty channel the '80s new wave/synth pop spirits of their main gigs and update them for the 21st century on their eponymous debut. The band -- whose core quartet features vocalist/guitarist/keyboardist Josh Hager (the Rentals, Devo), vocalist/keyboardist/guitarist/bassist Tom Chapman (Bad Lieutenant, New Order), guitarist Phil Cunningham (Marion, New Order), and drummer Jeff Friedl (Devo) -- sticks close to the sounds of New Order, executing with bright synths, elastic ...
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Boasting an impressive pedigree, rock supergroup ShadowParty channel the '80s new wave/synth pop spirits of their main gigs and update them for the 21st century on their eponymous debut. The band -- whose core quartet features vocalist/guitarist/keyboardist Josh Hager (the Rentals, Devo), vocalist/keyboardist/guitarist/bassist Tom Chapman (Bad Lieutenant, New Order), guitarist Phil Cunningham (Marion, New Order), and drummer Jeff Friedl (Devo) -- sticks close to the sounds of New Order, executing with bright synths, elastic bass, and detached vocals, while sprinkling in the dark digital grooves of Joy Division and Depeche Mode ("Reverse the Curse"), as well as the anthemic glee of Primal Scream (whose onetime vocalist Denise Johnson contributes to six tracks on ShadowParty, including "Vowel Movement"). Instead of coming across as a group trapped in a different decade, ShadowParty are more a veteran band updating their own sound through the filter of a younger, more spry outfit, like New Order or Bauhaus covering the Killers or Editors, especially evident on songs like "Celebrate" and "Taking Over." Elsewhere, ShadowParty dip into Brit pop on "Sooner or Later" -- which sounds like the Verve blessed by the Beatles and Bowie -- and a little dream pop, like on the expansive, string-drenched "Even So," one of two tracks to feature Verve guitarist Nick McCabe. For fans of this particular era, ShadowParty's debut offers welcome satisfaction, breathing new life into the familiar with fresh ideas and a freedom unhindered by the burden of the beloved acts from which they originated. ~ Neil Z. Yeung, Rovi
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Fair. Ex-Library rental. Disc(s) are professionally cleaned and may contain only light scratches that do not effect functionality. Includes disc(s), case, and artwork. May be missing booklet. Disc(s), case, and artwork may contain library/security stickers and ink writing. ARTWORK IS UNORIGINAL AND PRINTED BY LIBRARY. Case and artwork may show some wear. Case may not be an original jewel case. All disc(s) are authentic.
Add this copy of ShadowParty to cart. $7.17, poor condition, Sold by Movie Surplus rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Mobile, AL, UNITED STATES, published 2018 by Mute.
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Chapman/Cunningham/; Chapman/Hager/McCab. Poor. Used-Acceptable, withdrawn library disc(s) with liner notes. Disc(s) should play great without any playback issues. Disc(s) & liner notes may contain typical library markings like stickers, protective label covers, & writing. Discs may be repackaged in library style casing. Back artwork & any other promo material not included.