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- Summary: This is the first release of new material in over a decade from the dance-rock band formed by Talking Heads members Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth.
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- Record Label: Nacional Records
- Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Alternative Pop/Rock, Contemporary Pop/Rock, Punk/New Wave, Dance-Rock, College Rock, New Wave
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Nov 19, 2012Their approach is basic and there are moments of yesteryear reflection, but (with the exception of a few too many crunchy guitars) almost everything on this EP fits perfectly in place with a band that nailed the vibe of a simple good time decades prior.
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Nov 19, 2012What prevents this record from becoming merely a trip down memory lane is its energetic freshness and its urgency, which sounds like that of the music Frantz and Weymouth made 30 years ago.
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Nov 19, 2012An enormous amount of fun is derived from these six tracks.
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Nov 19, 2012Every instrument can be heard and enjoyed throughout, giving the album a sense of authenticity and modern relevance. At the same time, though, the lyrical weakness of Downtown Rockers feels like filler in itself.
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