The Stranglers - Aural Sculpture 1980s Euro Cassette VG+
THE STRANGLERS - AURAL SCULPTURE
A sophisticated departure into polished, melodic new wave, Aural Sculpture captures The Stranglers evolving far beyond their punk-rock origins into a world of crystalline production and soulful experimentation. This 1984 release is defined by its use of the "Aural Sculpture" horn section and a smoother, more atmospheric approach to songwriting, spearheaded by Hugh Cornwell’s biting wit and JJ Burnel’s melodic bass lines. From the shimmering, chart-topping grace of "Skin Deep" to the driving, rhythmic pulse of "No Mercy" and the hauntingly brassy "Uptown," the album balances pop sensibility with the band's trademark underlying menace.
1980s European import/release by Epic, catalog #450448 4, barcode #5099745044849. Reissue on cassette; made in the Netherlands.
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