Tag: Stranglers
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AMID THE BRIGHT motes of fairy dust caught floating in the spotlights of 1982’s Top Of The Pops, the recurring shadow cast by the murky presence of The Stranglers has been one of the year’s more bizarre chart events.
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The Stranglers | The Collection | (Liberty) 1982 | The review of The Stranglers’ ‘The Collection 1977-1982’ describes the band as consistently reliable yet lacking excitement, akin to a determined sports team. While some tracks shine, the compilation lacks essential…
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The Stranglers | Strange Little Girl | (Liberty) 1982 | “Strange Little Girl” by The Stranglers, released in July 1982, features atmospheric and despairing music similar to “Golden Brown.” The song, previously rejected by EMI in 1974, is noted for…
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The Stranglers | Gig Review | Hemel Hempstead Pavilion 1982 | The Stranglers’ 1982 gig at Hemel Hempstead Pavilion showcased their powerful performance and complex sound, blending punk attributes with melodic strength. Despite past criticisms, their popularity surged with hits…
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The Stranglers | Gig Review | Tiffany’s, Leeds 1982 | The review of The Stranglers’ concert in 1982 reflects on their influence on future acts like Soft Cell. While they maintained their signature sound and stage presence, the writer notes…
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The Stranglers | Golden Brown | (Liberty) 1982 | The Stranglers’ single “Golden Brown” from January 1982 has received mixed reviews. While one critic compares it unfavorably to Caravan, another notes its enjoyable jazzy style and praises Hugh Cornwell’s improved…
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The Stranglers | The Raven | (United Artists) 1979 | The review of “The Raven” by The Stranglers praises it as their best album, showcasing a unique blend of rock, atmosphere, and creativity. The balance of songwriting between Cornwell and…
