CD Fontaines D.C. – Romance
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Description
Description
| 1 | Romance | 2:33 |
| 2 | Starburster | 3:41 |
| 3 | Here's The Thing | 2:43 |
| 4 | Desire | 3:39 |
| 5 | In The Modern World | 4:26 |
| 6 | Bug | 3:02 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Boy | 3:42 |
| 8 | Sundowner | 3:25 |
| 9 | Horseness Is The Whatness | 3:07 |
| 10 | Death Kink | 2:23 |
| 11 | Favourite | 4:16 |
Fontaines D.C. return with Romance, their boldest and most adventurous outing to date. Marking a significant evolution for the band, this fourth studio album finds the group stepping away from the raw, garage-led post-punk of their earlier work and embracing a grand, cinematic soundscape produced by the acclaimed James Ford (Arctic Monkeys, Blur, Depeche Mode).
Written largely on acoustic guitar while on tour, Romance acts as a conscious "left turn," trading monochrome grit for a vivid, dayglo sonic palette. The album masterfully balances contrasting elements: lush orchestrations and pop-inflected melodies are expertly tempered by Grian Chatten’s signature raw, flinty vocals and the band’s enduring, troubled view of the world. From the menacing, synth-heavy gloom of the title track to the bouncy, pre-Madchester charm of "Favourite," the record charts a compelling journey from darkness toward the light.
Key Highlights:
- A Bold Evolution: Their most accessible and experimental record yet, blending post-punk roots with nu-metal touches and grand, string-laden ballads.
- New Collaboration: The first release on XL Recordings, featuring the fresh, expansive production of James Ford.
- Standout Tracks: Includes the striking "Starburster," an intense narrative inspired by a personal experience, and the optimistic closer "Favourite."
Romance proves that Fontaines D.C. are not just a band to watch—they are a group constantly redefining their own identity on their own terms.
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