We don't usually go for something so Synth 80s heavy, so many do it and it always seems to sound the same. But Swiss quartet Lone Assembly show how great this genre can be in the right hands. Knots & Chains never sticks in one area alone.
There is the straight ahead, but also departures into Post Punk, Goth, Darkwave and Pop allow the band to stretch themselves. At times you are reminded of Japan, but also Sisters Of Mercy and A-ha. There is even an Ultravox vibe at times, a darker one maybe.
The arrangements are hypnotic, beautifully arranged and in keyboard player, Raphael Bressler, they have an extraordinary vocalist. His vocal resonates splendidly, it is totally engrossing. On Call Of The Swift, it even gets close to Bryan Ferry.
The songs are soundscapes that allow that vocal to thrive and boy, does it thrive. When the instrumentals are more laidback, it allows that vocal to come front and centre, such as on You're Pulling At The Same Strings and A Dark Score. The latter is epic.
Although the Synths denote the genres, the other three band members shouldn't be ignored. The rhythm section is awesome and when Glenn Le Meur's Guitar takes hold, you note that there is far more to this foursome. They are a sum of their parts, but that vocal is to die for.
You can listen to and buy the album here. It is available on Vinyl, CD and as a download.
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