Gang Of Four - Second Life/Paralysed
by Anthony Strutt
published: 6 / 7 / 2008
Label:
Gang of Four Recordings
Format: 7"
intro
Superb first single of original material in fourteen years from the reformed Gang of Four
This is the first new material from the band since their remix project of a few years back. It is being has been released only as a download and a limited to 500 copies only 7 inch single. Written by Andy Gill and Jon King, it is a fine example of what they do and do very well. 'Second Life' is full of chunky bass, big guitar riffs and massive drums, which hit you like a slap in the face from the time the needle hits the black vinyl. The B side is a remix, and again it is a perfect groove this time of the dub variety. Welcome back, guys !
Track Listing:-
1 Second Life2 Paralyzed: Tortoise Re-Mix
Band Links:-
http://gangoffour.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/gangoffourofficial
https://twitter.com/gangof4official
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