Departure - 7 Years
by Anthony Strutt
published: 22 / 9 / 2007

Label:
Departure
Format: CDS
intro
Fantastic giveaway new one track single from Northampton-based guitar band the Departure
The Departure are one of the best groups I have ever witnessed, now or twenty years ago. This one track single, which they are currently giving away at gigs and as a free download, is their first new material since 'Arms Around Me' back in 2005. This is the only band of the new century that are English and that I have truly embraced because they have all the looks, the tunes, the passion and the energy that you should have if you are in a group. '7 Years' is a song about now, about living in a false world 7 years into the century and about isolation, but also about moving forward. This song has big ideas with riffs as big as mountains. A true rock n roll masterclass is delivered when you watch this band. They sweat cool and they don't have dodgy haircuts either. A truly great band. Embrace them now as they tour the whole country over the next 5 weeks or so. Their new album out in jan 2008.
Track Listing:-
1 7 Years
interviews |
Interview (2007) |
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Anthony Strutt chats to Northampton-based 80's revivalists the Departue about their forthcoming second album, 'Inventions', and their extensive touring schedule |
Interview (2005) |
features |
Dirty Words (2005) |
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The Departure's 'Dirty Words' will be one of the most important releases of the year. While it is not due out until June, Anthony Strutt gives it an early preview |
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Arms Around Me (2005) |
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Final single from the Departure's brilliant 'Dirty Words'album, which is being issued only on 7" green vinyl |
All Mapped Out (2005) |
Lump In My Throat (2005) |
Be My Enemy (2004) |
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