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- Bivouac
- Artist
- Nick Frater
- Label
- Think Like A Key Music
- Catalogue Number
- TLAK1157
- Release Date
- November 17, 2023
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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
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Wake Up Sleepyheads
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The Town Of Opportunities (Part 1 & 2)
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Mean Vincent
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The Town Of Opportunites (Part 3)
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The Axe
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Hello Monday!
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Keep It Simple, Stupid
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Heaven It Can Wait
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Singing Kawai
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Sixteen Houses
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- Nick Frater
- ReleaseProduct
- Oh Contraire!
- Label
- Think Like A Key Music
- Catalogue Number
- TLAK1190
- Release Date
- February 7, 2025
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