{"product_id":"misfits","title":"Misfits","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Kinks\u003c\/strong\u003e released their seventeenth studio album, \u003cem\u003eMisfits\u003c\/em\u003e, in May 1978. Recording for the album began in July 1977 at the band's KONK studio in London, continuing the mainstream rock direction introduced with 1977's \u003cem\u003eSleepwalker\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the recording process, the band underwent significant personnel changes. Longtime bassist John Dalton left the band after the release of \u003cem\u003eSleepwalker\u003c\/em\u003e but can still be heard on several tracks that originated during those sessions. He was temporarily replaced by Andy Pyle for this album only. Additionally, \u003cem\u003eMisfits\u003c\/em\u003e was the last album to feature pianist John Gosling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album features singles and standout tracks such as \"\u003cem\u003eMisfits\u003c\/em\u003e,\" \"\u003cem\u003eRock 'n' Roll Fantasy\u003c\/em\u003e,\" \"\u003cem\u003eLive Life\u003c\/em\u003e,\" and \"\u003cem\u003eIn a Foreign Land\u003c\/em\u003e.\" These songs explore themes of alienation, resilience, and the struggles of everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCritics praised the introspective and often poignant songwriting and lyrics, recognizing the album as some of the band's most reflective and personal work. \u003cem\u003eMisfits\u003c\/em\u003e holds a significant place in The Kinks' discography, showcasing their continued relevance and adaptability in the changing music landscape of the late 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album has been newly remastered from all original ¼” tapes and is available on heavyweight vinyl and CD.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"No Label","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50493716627787,"sku":"2220262","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"CD","offer_id":50493714366795,"sku":"2220261","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Misfits_7a898432_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727699989","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/fr\/products\/misfits","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}