Sunday, April 11, 2010

Lazer Crystal - 'MCMLXXX' Album Review Posted

I never really got the point of using Roman numerals to denote years (being as we've been using…y'know…numbers, for the past 1,500 of them) but I eventually worked out that MCMLXXX translates to "1980". After the first minute or so of this album (during which you get the impression you might just have embarked on a dance/trance trip), you realise that Lazer Crystal are probably not too fussy about using subtle or obscure titles. This is a Gary Numan/Metal Mickey/Visage/Mighty Boosh/Hot Chip non-stop-retro-kraut-electro-robo-disco party and you’re all invited. Just remember to wear something dayglo. And whatever you do, don’t smile. Read More...

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