No Frills
Nik Kershaw · 2010
63 min · 15 tracks · new wave · pop rock · R&B
A reflective blend of pop and new wave, with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics woven throughout.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks reflective moments for introspection melodic hooks that linger
- Context
- Released in 2010, 'No Frills' marks Nik Kershaw's return to recording after a hiatus following his 1999 album '15 Minutes'. At this point in his career, Kershaw was revisiting his roots while experimenting with contemporary sounds, showcasing a matured perspective on life and artistry.
- If you like
- new wave, pop rock, R&B
No Frills is an album by Nik Kershaw, released in 2010. A reflective blend of pop and new wave, with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics woven throughout. 'No Frills' received positive reviews for its craftsmanship and lyrical depth, highlighting Kershaw's enduring relevance in pop music. The album's standout single 'Wouldn't It Be Good' continues to resonate with listeners, affirming Kershaw's lasting influence within the synth-pop genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does No Frills sound like?
A reflective blend of pop and new wave, with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics woven throughout. Rooted in new wave and pop rock.
What makes No Frills by Nik Kershaw notable?
'No Frills' received positive reviews for its craftsmanship and lyrical depth, highlighting Kershaw's enduring relevance in pop music. The album's standout single 'Wouldn't It Be Good' continues to resonate with listeners, affirming Kershaw's lasting influence within the synth-pop genre. Released in 2010, 'No Frills' marks Nik Kershaw's return to recording after a hiatus following his 1999 album '15 Minutes'. At this point in his career, Kershaw was revisiting his roots while experimenting with contemporary sounds, showcasing a matured perspective on life and artistry.
Who is No Frills for?
No Frills works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, reflective moments for introspection and melodic hooks that linger.
How many songs are on No Frills?
No Frills has 15 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Oh You Beautiful Thing Standout 3:27
- 2 Have a Nice Life 4:05
- 3 Dancing Girls Standout 3:48
- 4 Somebody Loves You 4:12
- 5 Lost in You 3:22
- 6 The Riddle 4:06
- 7 Loud, Confident & Wrong 3:43
- 8 Fiction 3:35
- 9 Don Quixote 5:34
- 10 Oxygen 4:31
- 11 Wounded 3:58
- 12 Wouldn’t It Be Good Standout 4:33
- 13 Billy 4:02
- 14 Ths Broken Man 4:42
- 15 I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me 5:27
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