patreeeek Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 'Matter' is the much anticipated follow-up to St. Lucia s breakthrough debut album, 'When The Night'. The new album is produced by Chris Zane (Passion Pit, The Walkmen), and is a departure for principal songwriter and bandleader Jean-Philip Grobler, who takes a more direct, essential approach. In his words, "If the last album sounded like the tropics, this album is the desert." St. Lucia's version of the desert is still an inviting place, though, one inspired by blending Grobler's fearless embrace of 80's pop, R&B, and alternative rock influences into an instantly captivating concoction.'Matter' features lead single "Dancing On Glass," which was co-written with Tim Pagnotta (Walk The Moon). On the heart pounding "Physical," Grobler taps into primal lust, while "Help Me Run Away," co-written with Jack Antonoff (fun./Bleachers), serves as an ode to Grobler's adopted homeland of America. The album isn't without its progressive side, though, revealed in songs like "Rescue Me" and "Home", whose synth lines propels the tunes through countless electronic twists and turns. Though synth-pop has been an easy label used to categorize St. Lucia, most of the songs on Matter feature as much electric guitar, explosive percussion and complex brass arrangements as synthesizers. Nearly every track on the album contains horns and multi-part vocal arrangements, their sophistication reflective of Grobler's lifetime of music study. Grobler, a musical omnivore and connoisseur of 80's sounds, recorded much of 'Matter' on a studio consul formerly owned by Miami Sound Machine. Reaction to St. Lucia's new music and shows has been ecstatic from fans and critics alike. SPIN called "Dancing on Glass" "euphoric" and Consequence of Sound said the smash single was "blissful." Fans have also snapped up tickets for St. Lucia's next tour. Grobler and his cohorts are first and foremost a live band, with their reputation for dazzling, immersive shows fueling their rapid growth and status as global festival favorites. The days of word-of-mouth growth and being able to introduce your friends to the music of St. Lucia for the first time appear to be numbered, as Grobler prepares to hit the biggest stages of his career with his best album to date. Amazon - $23.98 Bull Moose - $21.97 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted December 4, 2015 Share Posted December 4, 2015 ooooh i never got around to buying when the night, but these guys are awesome live. i'll have to check this one out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patreeeek Posted December 14, 2015 Author Share Posted December 14, 2015 Many different bundles are up for pre-order here: http://www.stluciastore.com/shop-all.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donlombardo Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Completely off topic, but yesterday was St. Lucia's day here in Sweden. Fridge Fox 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
futures Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 Many different bundles are up for pre-order here: http://www.stluciastore.com/shop-all.html that shirt is so cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patreeeek Posted February 12, 2016 Author Share Posted February 12, 2016 Vinylmnky has the standard black vinyl but it comes with an autographed lithograph. $25.99 http://www.vinylmnky.com/products/st-lucia-matter?mc_cid=85968e7bed&mc_eid=b0b144b80e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewvandal Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 This record is great, I'll probably pick it up retail when I see it at a record store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_stretts Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 IMO bit of a snoozefest, but Love Somebody is one hell of a song Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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