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Gang Of Four – Shrinkwrapped – Compact Disc
Shrinkwrapped is an album released in 1995 by the influential British post-punk band Gang of Four. This album arrived well after the band’s initial wave of critical success in the late 1970s and early 1980s with albums like “Entertainment!” and “Solid Gold.” “Shrinkwrapped” is the band’s fifth studio album and reflects a continuation of their exploration into the more polished and complex soundscapes that they began to develop in their previous works.
Shrinkwrapped builds on the band’s reputation for sharp, politically charged lyrics and complex musical structures, combining elements of rock, funk, and electronic music. The album contains tracks that delve into criticisms of media, personal alienation, and socio-political commentary, topics that Gang of Four have consistently engaged with throughout their career. Songs like “Tattoo” and “Sleepwalker” showcase the band’s ability to blend catchy hooks with dissonant guitar work and rhythmic innovations.
The reception of Shrinkwrapped was mixed, with some fans and critics appreciating the continued evolution of the band’s sound and thematic focus, while others missed the rawer, more stripped-down style of their earlier records. Nonetheless, “Shrinkwrapped” is noted for its intelligent arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics, maintaining the band’s critical stance against societal norms and consumer culture.
For those interested in post-punk and the evolution of alternative music, Shrinkwrapped offers a glimpse into how Gang of Four adapted and experimented with their sound in the changing musical landscape of the 1990s, while still keeping the core of their ideological and aesthetic approach intact.
Song List
1. Tattoo
2. Sleepwalker
3. Parade Myself
4. Unburden
5. Better Him Than Me
6. Something 99
7. Showtime, Valentine
8. Unburden Unbound
9. Dark Ride, The
10. I Absolve You
11. Shrinkwrapped
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