STRANGE TIMES
Track Listing
Mad Jack
Caution
Tears
Soul in Isolation
Swamp Thing
Time, In The End Of Time
Seriocity
In Answer
Childhood
I’ll Remember
My Rating
8/10
Average Critic Rating
8.5/10
Overview
’Strange Times’ is a monumental album that solidified The Chameleons as masters of Post-Punk. It is a hauntingly atmospheric and deeply emotional record, drenched in a sense of melancholy and introspection. The evocative instrumentation and almost cinematic soundscape are typical of the era, but The Chameleons were among the pioneers of this sound at the time. The interplay between the guitars is completely mesmerising, weaving intricate melodies that feel both raw and harmonious, while the bassline and percussion provide a powerful sense of drive and urgency - it’s a combination that somehow works perfectly. It’s a strange record, but one that should resonate deeply with many listeners, truly capturing the essence of its time while maintaining a forward-thinking edge.
Recommended for fans of atmospheric, emotionally charged rock looking for a strange time.
Featured Song
Swamp Thing
Most Streamed
Swamp Thing
Least Streamed
Childhood
Underrated
Time, In The End Of Time
TVV Top 3 Songs
Mad Jack | Caution | Soul In Isolation
Singles
Tears | Swamp Thing
TVV Top 3 Non-Singles
Mad Jack | Caution | Soul In Isolation
Listen to Again?
Yes
No-Skip Album?
No
Album Artwork Rating
7/10
The band was offering a strange time, most likely asked for a strange-looking cover, and listeners are definitely presented with a strange piece of album artwork here. Even though it seems to resemble a bad acid-trip, it’s kind of great, and the artwork is exactly what it says on the tin.
Genre
Post-Punk
RL
Geffen Records
Recording Studio
Jacobs Studios (Farnham, England)
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