Mesh & Lace
Modern English · 1981
72 min · 15 tracks · new wave · post-punk
Ethereal guitar textures blend with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of early '80s new wave melancholy.
Mesh & Lace is an album by Modern English, released in 1981. Ethereal guitar textures blend with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of early '80s new wave melancholy. 'Mesh & Lace' is significant for its influence on the new wave genre, showcasing a unique blend of atmospheric soundscapes that would resonate with future artists. The track 'I Melt with You' from their subsequent album gained notable recognition and helped to solidify their place in the music landscape. Critics praised the album for its innovative use of melody and texture, marking it as an important release of its time. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Mesh & Lace sound like?
Ethereal guitar textures blend with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of early '80s new wave melancholy. Rooted in new wave and post-punk.
What makes Mesh & Lace by Modern English notable?
'Mesh & Lace' is significant for its influence on the new wave genre, showcasing a unique blend of atmospheric soundscapes that would resonate with future artists. The track 'I Melt with You' from their subsequent album gained notable recognition and helped to solidify their place in the music landscape. Critics praised the album for its innovative use of melody and texture, marking it as an important release of its time. Released on April 6, 1981, 'Mesh & Lace' was Modern English's debut album, introducing their distinctive sound during the burgeoning post-punk scene. At this point, the band was still establishing their identity, having formed just a year earlier in 1980. This album set the stage for their later commercial success and artistic evolution.
How many songs are on Mesh & Lace?
Mesh & Lace has 15 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Gathering Dust Standout 4:20
- 2 16 Days Standout 4:33
- 3 Just a Thought 4:08
- 4 Move in Light 4:45
- 5 Grief 6:28
- 6 The Token Man 6:32
- 7 A Viable Commercial 4:24
- 8 Black Houses Standout 5:44
- 9 Dance of Devotion (A Love Song) 5:51
- 10 Smiles and Laughter 3:12
- 11 Mesh and Lace 4:19
- 12 Tranquility 7:02
- 13 Home 3:50
- 14 Swans on Glass 4:35
- 15 Incident 2:38
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