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Soft Cell

Cruelty Without Beauty [ CD / Media Book ]

Cruelty Without Beauty

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  • Released Date: 04 Dec 2020

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Soft Cell's "Cruelty Without Beauty" is like a rollercoaster ride through the seedy underbelly of 80s synth-pop, complete with all the highs and lows you'd expect from a band that has been making music for over four decades.

From the opening track "Darker Times," it's clear that Marc Almond and Dave Ball haven't lost their touch when it comes to crafting dark, brooding electro-pop anthems. Almond's haunting vocals and Ball's pulsating synths work together seamlessly to create a sound that is both familiar and fresh.

Tracks like "Monoculture" and "Last Chance" showcase Soft Cell's ability to blend catchy hooks with a dark, atmospheric sound that is uniquely their own. The album is a testament to the band's enduring creativity and ability to reinvent themselves while staying true to their roots.

But it's not all doom and gloom. Songs like "Together Alone" and "Desperate" inject a sense of playfulness and lightness into the mix, proving that Soft Cell still know how to have fun even after all these years.

Overall, "Cruelty Without Beauty" is a triumph for Soft Cell, a band that has weathered the storm of the music industry and come out stronger on the other side. It's a testament to their resilience, creativity, and enduring appeal. Long live Soft Cell!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Darker Times
2. Monoculture
3. Le Grand Guignol
4. The Night
5. Last Chance
6. Together Alone
7. Desperate
8. Whatever It Takes
9. All Out of Love
10. Sensation Nation
11. Caligula Syndrome
12. On an Up
13. Divided Soul
14. God Shaped Hole
15. Somebody, Somewhere, Sometime
16. Dancing Alone
17. Perversity


Disc: 2
1. Darker Times (2020 Extended Mix)
2. Together Alone (2020 Extended Mix)
3. Monoculture (2020 Extended Mix)
4. Last Chance (2020 Extended Mix)
5. The Night (Manhattan Clique Remix)
6. Divided Soul (Live 2002)
7. Caligula Syndrome (Live 2002)
8. The Night (Live 2002)
9. Monoculture (Live 2002)
10. Le Grand Guignol (Live 2002)
11. Together Alone (Live 2002)
12. Darker Times (Live 2002)
13. God Shaped Hole (Live 2002)
14. Somebody, Somewhere, Sometime (Live 2002)
15. Last Chance (Live 2002)

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Soft Cell

Soft Cell: Synth-Pop Pioneers and the Masters of Electro-Clash Soft Cell, formed in 1977, is a duo that can be best described as a musical rollercoaster ride through the neon-lit streets of 80s Soho. With Marc Almond's unique vocals and Dave Ball's innovative synth work, the duo quickly rose to fame with their chart-topping hit "Tainted Love." But Soft Cell is not just a one-hit wonder. Their music delves into darker corners of human emotion, with tracks like "Say Hello, Wave Goodbye" and "Sex Dwarf" exuding a raw, unapologetic energy that is both captivating and controversial. Their sound can be best described as a mix of new wave, synth-pop, and electronica, with hints of punk and avant-garde thrown in for good measure. It's a heady blend that defies categorization, much like the band themselves. With a career spanning over four decades, Soft Cell has left an indelible mark on the music industry, influencing countless artists in the process. Their ability to seamlessly blend catchy pop hooks with an edgy, underground sensibility is a testament to their enduring appeal. Soft Cell's live performances are not to be missed, with Almond's theatrical stage presence and Ball's masterful command of the synths creating a mesmerising experience that will leave you breathless. So grab your leather jacket, tease your hair, and get ready to dance the night away with Soft Cell. Trust us, you won't regret it.

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