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The Fall

Shift Work

Shift Work

SKU: V89512 Barcode: 0805520240031
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 04 Aug 2023

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

FALL Shift-Work Review:

The latest offering from the enigmatic post-punk legends FALL, Shift-Work, is a bizarre and beguiling journey through the twisted minds of Mark E. Smith and co. From the opening track "Chicago, Now!," with its dissonant guitars and Smith's trademark snarling vocals, it's clear that this is not going to be your average listening experience.

Throughout the album, the band shifts effortlessly between genres, from the jaunty ska-inflected "Edinburgh Man" to the eerie synthpop of "The Mixer." Smith's lyrics are as cryptic and inscrutable as ever, with his trademark blend of surreal imagery and biting social commentary.

But what really sets Shift-Work apart is its sheer inventiveness. The band experiments with unconventional time signatures, bizarre instrumentation, and even a guest appearance from a Tibetan throat singer on "Rose." It's music that constantly keeps you on your toes, never quite settling into a comfortable groove.

In conclusion, Shift-Work is a challenging, rewarding listen that showcases all the things we love about the FALL. It may not be an easy album to digest, but for those willing to put in the effort, it's a truly rewarding experience. Stick with it, and you'll be richly rewarded.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. So What About It?
2. Idiot Joy Showland
3. Edinburgh Man
4. Pittsville Direkt
5. The Book of Lies
6. The War Against Intelligence
7. Shift-Work
8. You Haven't Found It Yet
9. The Mixer
10. A Lot of Wind
11. Rose
12. Sinister Waltz

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