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Their music often explores topics such as sexuality, religion, and politics, offering a fresh perspective on these subjects through clever songwriting and powerful vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, The Hidden Cameras have toured extensively and shared stages with renowned artists from all genres. Their live shows are known for their high-energy performances and inclusive atmosphere, creating an unforgettable experience for fans of all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"home-on-native-land","title":"Home On Native Land","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hidden Cameras bring it back home to release their sixth studio album, \u003ci\u003eHome On Native Land\u003c\/i\u003e, marking the beginning of a new chapter for singer-songwriter Joel Gibb. An Americana ode to Gibb's native country, he returns to Canadian soil both physically and philosophically. Written and recorded over ten years by Joel Gibb, this seminal album once again sees Gibb assembling friends, bandmates and icons including Feist, Bahamas, Ron Sexsmith, Mary Margaret O'Hara, Rufus Wainwright, Neil Tennant and longtime collaborator and producer Don Kerr to accompany him on this adventure in revisionist history. On Home On Native Land, The Hidden Cameras explore the expansive musical landscape of the Canadian countryside delivering an album rich with feelings of lonesome cowboy blues and heartbreak to toe-tapping rhythms and campfire sing-a-longs. Each song is a journey beckoning the listener to follow - to gather 'round the fire, sing until you fall asleep and share the same dream. 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The reasons for the reckless enthusiasm of these usually cautious journals was simple: revelatory live performances that attacked and transcended the staid, dispassionate traditions of rock nightclub culture; and the songs of band front-man and mastermind Joel Gibb, a talent of uncommon melodic and poetic gifts. \u003ci\u003eThe Smell of Our Own\u003c\/i\u003e, The Hidden Cameras debut album was originally released in April 2003 on Rough Trade to tremendous critical acclaim.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rough Trade Records","offers":[{"title":"Yellow LP","offer_id":50466912239947,"sku":"2010983","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/0-1_b2dc7aa2_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727330474"},{"product_id":"origin-orphan-remixed-feat-pet-shop-boys","title":"Origin:Orphan Remixed (feat. 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