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THE REVIEW
This is the debut release of this English group, also known as "Charlatans UK." "Some Friendly" could be considered one of the first "Brit Pop" albums.
Certainly, it is a groundbreaking work in the world of Pop/Electronic music, a precursor to the world that would come after, made of Oasis, Blur, and various other brothers. In the album, one can certainly appreciate the mastery of the Hammond organ, a return to the sixties, and Burgess's drawling and sensual voice.
"The Only One I Know", "Then", "Flower", and "Sproston Green" are the best tracks. Peak at the first release then a downward trajectory until today, with the exception of some nice tracks on subsequent albums.
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The Charlatans' debut album 'Some Friendly' is a pioneering Britpop record blending 60s influences and electronic pop. The Hammond organ and Tim Burgess's distinctive vocals stand out. Key tracks include 'The Only One I Know' and 'Sproston Green.' The album marked a high point for the band, predating the Britpop wave of the 90s.
The Charlatans
English rock band formed in 1988, emerging from the Madchester/baggy scene with the debut Some Friendly (1990) and its hit The Only One I Know. Led by Tim Burgess, their Hammond-driven sound was defined early on by Rob Collins (who died in 1996 during Tellin' Stories), and they later endured the loss of drummer Jon Brookes (2013). They achieved major success with Tellin' Stories and continued with Modern Nature and Different Days.09 Reviews
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By principles
The album is definitely not a masterpiece. It would be bold to say so! But it still represents something in that cauldron/mixture that were the 90s BRIT.
The genre of the music is characterized by an abuse of the Hammond organ by the late 'Brother Collins', and it’s evident that in albums to come after his death, the lack of that Hammond will be felt.
By kid b
This, in my opinion, is the most suitable album for getting closer to this band.
Recommended for lovers of the Madchester sound (Stone Roses, Inspiral Carpets, Happy Mondays...) but also for Britpop in general.
