As stubbornly maverick as ever, the Fall's tenth album hinges on their now-accustomed dissonance, into which a tighter, commercial edge was introduced. New guitarist Brix Smith, wife of leader Mark E., added a partly melodious sheen that brought an air of 60s subculture to the group's post-industrial rattle. Nothing was sacrificed in the process and while "Bombast" hurtles with a vicious power, talismen Can were acknowledged in "I Am Damo Suzuki," the name of the German band's Japan-born singer. Mark Smith towers over the proceedings, his voice prowling about the music, enhancing its intensity. This album shows the Fall extending stylistic barriers without sacrificing their individuality.
The Fall includes: Mark E. Smith (vocals, guitar, violin); Simon Rogers (guitar, keyboards, bass); Brix Smith (guitar, background vocals); Craig Scanlon (guitar); Stephen Hanley (bass); Karl Burns (drums).
Producers: John Leckie, Simon Rogers, Mark E. Smith
- Format: Vinyl
- Genre: Rock, Alternative, New Wave
- Remastered
TRACKS
1 Mansion
2 Bombast
3 Barmy
4 What You Need
5 Spoilt Victorian Child
6 L.A
7 Gut of the Quantifier
8 My New House
9 Paint Work
10 I Am Damo Suzuki
11 To Nkroachment: Yarbles
