{"title":"The Magic Gang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Magic Gang is a Brighton based four-piece band known for their unique sound and captivating performances. They have made a name for themselves in the music industry by setting up their own label, Telharmonium Records, which initially released their early material but has since expanded to include music from other talented artists as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith their infectious melodies and heartfelt lyrics, The Magic Gang has garnered a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. Their music seamlessly blends elements of indie rock, pop, and alternative genres, creating a distinctive sound that sets them apart from other bands in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHaving toured extensively and played at renowned festivals around the world, The Magic Gang continues to captivate audiences with their energetic live shows. With each release, they showcase their growth as musicians while staying true to their unique style.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"death-of-the-party","title":"Death Of The Party","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Magic Gang release their buoyant new album \u003ci\u003eDeath Of The Party\u003c\/i\u003e. The album was recorded in Atlanta with the Grammy-winning producer Ben H. Allen (Deerhunter, Animal Collective, Gnarls Barkley), whose work in alternative and pop matches for band’s own blend of genres. The quartet approached the album with two objectives in mind. They aimed to broaden the scope of their harmony-rich, melodically focused pop. And inspired by Lou Reed, Alex Turner and especially Jonathan Richman they wanted to take a more observational lyrical approach. The stories they tell reflect the experiences of many of their early-twentysomething contemporaries. They explore anxieties about money, relationships and the future, but also the fun moments that they use to escape from such issues. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo songs – Jack Kaye’s\u003ci\u003e Make A Sound\u003c\/i\u003e and Kristian Smith’s title track – best encapsulate their flair for a narrative, with two radically different perspectives on a New Year’s Eve party. Meanwhile, the album closer \u003ci\u003e(The World) Outside My Door \u003c\/i\u003eexplores Jack’s guilt at writing music while the Extinction Rebellion protests were hitting the streets. The album also finds The Magic Gang evolving their sound without losing what people loved them for in the first place. There are elements of disco in \u003ci\u003eTake Back The Track\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMake A Sound, Gonna Bounce Back\u003c\/i\u003e hits somewhere between slacker rock and post-punk, while the piano, strings and vocal harmonies on\u003ci\u003e I Am Sunshine\u003c\/i\u003e recalls their love of Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Warners","offers":[{"title":"LP","offer_id":50444705136971,"sku":"1090481","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/75bbbd44-1ce5-4cde-9218-4db4cc55b8c0_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727029493"},{"product_id":"the-magic-gang-record-store-day-2021","title":"The Magic Gang (Record Store Day 2021)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginally released in 2018, The Magic Gang release a new edition of their beloved self-titled debut album on June 12th as part of this year’s Record Store Day celebrations. Hailed as one of the best debut albums of the year, the album hit the charts at #12 and resulted in them being nominated for Best New Artist at the NME Awards and Best Breakthrough Artist at the Q Awards. Its enticing mix of youthful exuberance, timeless ‘60s-tinged melodies and slacker-pop energy resulted in widespread critical acclaim, inspiring comparisons with everyone from Blur and Weezer to The Beach Boys and The Beatles. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis new edition of the album is pressed on yellow vinyl and packaged in a gatefold sleeve, making it standout from the original black vinyl \/ standard sleeve package. It is boosted by a bonus 7” vinyl single, also on yellow vinyl, which features the rare track ‘Bruises’ and their previously unreleased take on the Burt Bacharach \/ Hal David classic ‘Walk On By’. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdding fresh packaging and bonus tracks to firm fan favourites such as ‘How Can I Compete’, ‘All This Way’ and ‘Getting Along’ makes this new edition a must-have for fans and collectors alike. 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