The Dentists – Powdered Lobster Fiasco – Compact Disc

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The Dentists – Powdered Lobster Fiasco – Compact Disc

Powdered Lobster Fiasco is a compilation album by the British indie pop band The Dentists, released in 1993. Hailing from Chatham, Kent, The Dentists are known for their jangly guitar sound, catchy melodies, and a style that combines elements of post-punk, new wave, and 1960s garage rock.

Powdered Lobster Fiasco showcases The Dentists’ distinctive sound, characterized by jangly guitars, melodic bass lines, and engaging vocal harmonies. The album’s style is reminiscent of 1960s garage rock and British Invasion bands, with a modern twist that aligns with the indie pop sensibilities of the 1980s. Lyrically, the album covers a range of themes, often with a whimsical or introspective tone.

Powdered Lobster Fiasco is a charming 10-song compilation that collects six songs that were included on a series of singles released on three different indie labels, ‘Hear No Evil,’ ‘Speak No Evil’ and ‘See No Evil.’ Unfortunately, the album doesn’t contain the John Hegley poems of those titles, which were read by the author and gave the series its thematic unity.

Powdered Lobster Fiasco is a brilliant album. By the time of this 1993 compilation, the quartet had perfected a brilliant synthesis of ’60s-inspired psych-pop and ’80s-style indie guitar jangle. The sound yielded playful gems like the intoxicating ‘Outside Your Inside,’ the breathless ‘I Can See Your House From Up Here,’ and more sedate tunes like ‘Snapdragon,’ ‘We Thought We’d Got to Heaven,’ and ‘Charms and the Girl.’

Powdered Lobster Fiasco was well-received in the indie music circles upon its release. It earned the band a dedicated following and critical acclaim for its refreshing sound and well-crafted songs. The album’s mix of retro influences and modern indie pop made it stand out in the mid-1980s music scene.

The Dentists’ album is considered a classic in the indie pop genre. It has influenced numerous bands within the genre and continues to be appreciated for its timeless sound and originality. Powdered Lobster Fiasco captures the essence of The Dentists’ early work and represents a significant moment in the indie pop landscape.

For fans of jangly guitar pop and those interested in the evolution of indie music, Powdered Lobster Fiasco by The Dentists is an essential listen. It offers a delightful blend of catchy melodies, engaging lyrics, and a sound that bridges the gap between the 1960s and the 1980s.

Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic seal

Homestead Records 1993

Track Listing
1. Pocket Of Silver
2. Charms And The Girl
3. Outside Your Inside
4. Box Of Sun
5. Beautiful
6. I Can See Your House From Up Here
7. We Thought We’d Got To Heaven
8. Leave Me Alive
9. All Coming Down
10. Snapdragon