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THE REVIEW
The story of John Power and his Cast is inextricably linked to the English musical culture of the nineties.
He was still a kid when Mike Badger and Lee Mavers recruited him as the bassist for The La's; this resulted in that one album which served as inspiration and sustenance for an entire generation of musicians.
Just like the Stone Roses, the band from Liverpool claimed so many victims that they imploded on themselves; the pressures and -undoubtedly- the immense stress are not factors to be underestimated when reaching the upper echelons of the record industry.
Playing the same tracks for more than five years, meanwhile neglecting the continuous dissatisfaction of frontman Lee as he disparages the production of the album in interviews (for not being retro enough as he wanted it); all of this clearly led Power to the choice of continuing to make music on his own.
The word cast is the last to be uttered in the self-titled album by The La's, in Looking Glass.
The band then came to light after numerous lineup changes. Peter Wilkinson from the defunct Shack on bass, John Power on vocals and guitar, Keith O'Neill on drums, and Liam Tyson on lead guitar (the latter also played with The Strange Sensation of Robert Plant). All Change presents them in all their simplicity.
The Cast are a rock band with a decidedly melodic verve; the tracks are permeated with an electricity that nonetheless does not deny John's folk attitude (highlighted more in his solo albums).
I base my statement especially on Sandstorm and Back Of My Mind.
Walkaway is the track placed towards the end of the album that is worth the price of admission; I've always interpreted it as a moderate and slightly melancholic "screw you."
One of those travel songs, if you will, for leaving the place where you are towards the unknown. It invites you to leave if you've already heard everything "they had to say."
All of All Change is actually imbued with positive sensations, and I can't help but recommend it to those who need to abandon.
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Cast's All Change is a significant album that reflects John Power's transition from The La's to leading his own melodic rock band. With influences from '90s English music culture, the album balances electric energy with folk sensibility. Notable tracks like Walkaway capture a melancholic but optimistic tone. The album is highly recommended for those seeking uplifting and heartfelt rock music.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Cast
Cast are an English Britpop/rock band formed in Liverpool in 1992 by John Power after his tenure as bassist in The La’s. The classic lineup features John Power (vocals, guitar), Peter Wilkinson (bass), Liam Tyson (guitar), and Keith O’Neill (drums). They scored UK hits through the mid–late 90s with albums All Change, Mother Nature Calls, and Magic Hour, later returning with Troubled Times and Kicking Up the Dust.02 Reviews
