“I’ve Lost Centre” is a compelling mix of techno experimentalism and pop nous. The first taste of the album comes in the form of the spellbinding “I’ve Lost Centre” which ably shows his ability to mix experimental production wizardry with a feel for traditional singer-songwriting structure. Previously one half of dance duo Pavan, Robbins is gearing up for the release of his debut EP, cunningly title EP1. Originally from Yorkshire but now London based, Le Module is the moniker of Joe Robbins. #Songs about weather pop full#Disparate parts that, on paper shouldn’t fit, but together become tangled in a dark sonic web to create a desolate anthem made for underground clubs full of those that embody the real experience of living in contemporary Britain. Their sound is a fusion of trap beats, post-dubstep synths, and edgy indie guitars. Opening with a chugging guitar line that steers the track towards murky beats and a deep, sunken bass line the track soon sinks to the pit of the stomach. If anything it comes across as an affecting love letter, albeit one that is conscious of attempting to navigate the pitfalls of living in an increasingly intolerant society. That said, “Show You the Whole World and Show You How It Spin” is not a hopeless song by any means. This is the reality of their Britain, and their music provides the perfect soundtrack. The duo, Scott and Xena, have had to sit and watch the prejudices against friends and family build as a generation grows desensitised, numbed by social media. The place where right-wing politicians and the media take aim at easy targets such as immigrants and young black people to further their own twisted idea of what Britain should be. South London duo 13XL shine a light on the Britain they know. Oh and don't forget the 7' single also which you can purchase here at Norman Records.13XL – “Show You the Whole World and Show You How It Spin” Ps - If you have not yet heard Armstrong's first album 'Under Blue Skies' you will want to pick this up as well - it is a worthwhile investment. This is a wonderful world you are entering and some timeless Pop for you to enjoy. This is the album to Listen to in your month of sundays and the melodies will stick with you and make your days brighter and the warm evenings last forever. Julian Pitt has mastered the art of creating dreamy masterpieces of pastoral pop. There are also traces of the Trash Can Sinatras, The Pearlfishers, Prefab Sprout, Lloyd Cole, Swan Dive, The Dream Academy, The Zombies, The Searchers, The Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, and more - what a blend of influences. Pop has not sounded like this in years, bringing back the fond memories of Early Aztec Camera or The Pale Fountains, or if you go back further Chad and Jeremy. Perhaps walking in the warm 'Summer Rain' is more your cup of tea and these tunes are certainly ones you will want to absorb. This is a collection of Perfect Heavenly Pop songs, that would make the ideal soundtrack for this summer, whether it's laying in the tall grass on a sunny afternoon and 'Sunshine Feeling' filling the air or maybe sitting on the edge of the dock, with your feet dangling in the warm, shimmering water listening to 'Picture Of The Bay'. RIYL - Aztec Camera, Roddy Frame, The Pearlfishers, The Pale Fountains, Chad & Jeremy, Prefab Sprout, The ZombiesĬan Pop music get any better than this? Armstrong (has put together what will easily be one of 2009's best Pop albums 'Songs About The Weather'.
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