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Bivouac
Artist
Nick Frater
Label
Think Like A Key Music
Catalogue Number
TLAK1157
Release Date
November 17, 2023
  • CD

    $12.00

    The "Limited Edition Glamping" Edition

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    • + MP3

    TLAK1157.2

    • Housed in a 6-panel 350g cardboard gatefold digifile (sturdier than the current British cabinet)
    • Perfect for those who like their political commentary portable and polished

When the going gets tough, the tough go camping... with a full orchestra!

Bivouac - Nick Frater's 11th studio album and first foray into musical forestry:

  • 23 tracks of woodland whimsy and political punchlines
  • More collaborators than a Tory leadership contest
  • Proof that you can fight the power with perfect pop melodies

Musical Highlights:

  • Bacharach meets Tillbrook in a McCartney-esque meadow
  • Roger Joseph Manning Jr. (Beck/Jellyfish) sprinkles some Beck-dust
  • Luke Smith (Ulysses) and Joe Kane (The Poppermost) join the woodland jam
  • Authentic Radiophonic tape effects (because even trees need good special effects)
  • Mellotron textures smoother than a politician's promises
  • Pink Floyd's original Dark Side of the Moon synthesizer (moon not included)

Why "Bivouac" is your new favorite concept album:

  • It's what would happen if "Ram" and "Wizard a True Star" had a baby... in the woods
  • Steely Dan gets quoted ("Hello Monday!"), but the Tories get roasted
  • The perfect soundtrack for your next escape from post-industrial society

From the urban jungle to the actual jungle (well, woods), Nick Frater proves that great pop music can grow anywhere - especially when fertilized with a healthy dose of satire. Don't miss this chance to camp out with one of Britain's most clever songwriters!

Remember: In a world of political discord, dare to find harmony in the woods!

Warning: May cause spontaneous outbreaks of tree-hugging and an irresistible urge to vote.

PRESS

"Nick lets his orchestral pop genie out of the bottle with several song suites...Overall, highly recommended." Powerpopaholic, 10/23

"...expertly balances conciseness with ambition." Add To Wantlist, 12/23

RIYL

The Beatles, Todd Rundgren, XTC, The Beach Boys

Digital Tracklist

  1. 1 Wake Up Sleepyheads 0:44 Buy

    Wake Up Sleepyheads

  2. 2 The Town Of Opportunities (Part 1 & 2) 2:38 Buy

    The Town Of Opportunities (Part 1 & 2)

  3. 3 Mean Vincent 0:57 Buy

    Mean Vincent

  4. 4 The Town Of Opportunites (Part 3) 0:45 Buy

    The Town Of Opportunites (Part 3)

  5. 5 The Axe 1:10 Buy

    The Axe

  6. 6 Hello Monday! 2:26 Buy

    Hello Monday!

  7. 7 Keep It Simple, Stupid 3:13 Buy

    Keep It Simple, Stupid

  8. 8 Heaven It Can Wait 2:38 Buy

    Heaven It Can Wait

  9. 9 Singing Kawai 0:38 Buy

    Singing Kawai

  10. 10 Sixteen Houses 1:55 Buy

    Sixteen Houses

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