Clann Zu
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Black Coats And Bandages
published: 12 /
7 /
2004
Label:
G7 Welcoming Committee
Format: CD
Over political rock from Australian group Clann Zu, which proves to be a largely uninspired mix of U2 and Keane
Review
A personal note first: I'm very U2 phobic and with Clann Zú my feelings must remain subdued, as the epic 'Black Coats & Bandages' closes in on Bonoedgystan territory. When Clann Zú's Declan De Barra sings rather than whines, his voice shows a fine soulful style, yet when the preaching starts - 'Black Coats and Bandages' is on G7 Welcoming Committee after all - the Clann Zú sound becomes pretty mundane.
However much sympathy one may have for a political stance, 'Black Coats and Bandages' is a long winding road through a symphonic emo-scape. A trip short of memorable moments, a right-wing punter may find the album challenging, but since I agree with their philosophy at large, I could, however ,recommend it as a green left remix of U2 vs Keane. Lots of restrained piano play for extra effect! Agit-muzak anyone? I wonder if the label could correctly rename itself in G8.
Track Listing:-
1
Black Coats And Bandages
2
There Will Be No Morning Copy
3
So Complicated Was The Fall
4
An T-éan Bán
5
One Bedroom Apartment
6
From An Unholy Height
7
Án Deireadh Scéal
8
From Bethlehem To Jenin
9
You'll Have To Swim
10
A Sudden Intake Of Breath