The Primitives first album of original material in 23 years is out today stateside, but it's as if no time between releases has elapsed at all. 'Spin-O-Rama' is chock full of the same timeless indie pop PJ Court and Tracy Tracy gave to us in their heyday. That's a sentiment you see in review after review as our favorite bands from days of yore make their way back to us. In this case, however, I promise it's not a cliche.
For fans who have been paying attention, the high standing of this new work will come as no surprise. We have known since 2012 this triumphant day would arrive. The inspired choices the band made on its covers album 'Echoes and Rhymes' were just too good for this to be a fleeting moment. Our feelings were confirmed early last year with one of the catchiest choruses the band ever put on a 7". If you missed it, don't worry. "Lose the Reason" is on the new album.
So, it really comes down to this: If you used to be into the Primitives, you will enjoy 'Spin-O-Rama' immensely. For the rest of you, now is as good a time as any to give them a try. I'm wording it this way because it must be assumed you never heard them in the first place. Otherwise, you would already be in the first camp. Check out this trio from the new one:
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7 comments:
This is one of the albums I have been waiting all year for!! HURRAY!!!
Brian, that Spin-o-rama track is just a GREAT pop song. Can't say more, I'm off to play it again
The Primitives, much like their lovely lead singer Tracey are AGELESS!!
George,
That's the single right now, and I agree that it's great. I have to admit I wouldn't have thought it would be your cup of tea. I will not pigeonhole you again.
Echorich,
Hope you have been able to find the album in your neck of the woods. I have had a download for quite some time, but I struck out trying to get it at the shops today.
Can't wait to hear the album. Went along to see them live last year and it was my fave gig of 2013.
Scott, I'm green with envy, and count me in as a regular reader to your excellent blog.
... and as usual these Videos are not available here in Germany ... bugger!
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