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The Housemartins

Early Doors in Carlisle
[ Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition) ]

Early Doors in Carlisle

SKU: V133559 Barcode: 7427255404453
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition)

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  • Released Date: 18 Jul 2025

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take
The Housemartins' "Early Doors in Carlisle" album is a cheeky, jangly romp through the streets of Northern England, with a sound that's as sharp as a pint of bitter on a Friday night. This quirky quartet of lads from Hull have crafted an album that's as infectious as it is charming, with lyrics that are as clever as they are catchy. From the opener "Happy Hour in Cumbria" to the closing track "This Old House (Party)", The Housemartins deliver a fun, jangly mash-up of indie pop and northern soul that's sure to get your toes tapping and your head nodding. Lead singer Paul Heaton's distinctive vocals are like a warm hug from your favourite pub landlord, while the band's tight harmonies and jaunty rhythms are like a pint of ale with a twist of lemon. Tracks like "Sitting on the Dock of the Solway Firth" and "Sheep Shaggers' Lament" showcase the band's wit and charm, with lyrics that are as clever as they are relatable. And with a sound that's both timeless and fresh, The Housemartins prove that good music never goes out of style. So grab a pint, raise a toast to the lads from Hull, and enjoy a musical journey through the streets of Northern England with The Housemartins' "Early Doors in Carlisle" - it's a trip you won't soon forget. Cheers!

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