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Cities Of Foam
A Great Day For The Race
Evocative downtempo forms the basis of their soundscapes which are peppered with a broad range of influences.
$14.25
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| Track Listing |
| 01. |
Last Man Standing [5:58] |
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| 02. |
Barry Can't Do Flat Tops [5:25] |
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Out Of Reach [3:06] |
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Half Empty [4:32] |
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Girls In Bars [5:21] |
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Safe Inside [5:36] |
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Goldtop [5:56] |
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Liquid Remedy [5:39] |
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Le Melomane [4:58] |
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| 10. |
Without You [4:53] |
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| 11. |
Oleambi [4:43] |
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Under Stars [3:16] |
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| 13. |
Picking Up Tin Cans [5:58] |
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| 14. |
Cricket Ending* [2:37] |
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| Additional Information |
A Great Day For The Race is the debut album from production and songwriting duo Todd Wills and Sam Menter, aka Cities Of Foam
Originally from Bristol, the album was recorded in France using a number of London?s talented musicians and vocalists. Nia Lynn, features on the sublime Out Of Reach, which she co-wrote, vibraphone player Jim Hart, lends his skills to Goldtop, and trombonist Eddie Rieband plays on Barry Can?t Do Flat Tops.
The first single, Last Man Standing showcases the many sides to their sound perfectly. Receiving heavy support from the likes of Scruff, Massive Attack, Patrick Forge and Gilles Peterson, the title track is a slow dance record which builds and builds with each layering of sound to form a warm summer vibe, while flipside Barry Can?t Do Flat Tops is a knowing nod to the multicultural influences which surround the port town of Bristol, with an insidious melody married to loping ska/dub beats and jazzy horns.
The duo?s musical influences are wider ranging than the obvious comparisons to Lemon Jelly, Zero 7, Massive Attack and Portishead. Their omnivore attitude can be seen in their reverential love for musicians as diverse as Wills? favourites The Clash, The Smiths, Nick Drake, and classical composers Arvo Part and minimalist Steve Reich, whose sound can be heard echoing throughout the album, as well as Menter?s love for Air, Roy Ayers, and the songwriting skill of Bob Dylan.
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