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FOTONESS ~ WHEN I DIE MUZA 1518 (Barcode: 5907783425189) ~ POLAND ~ Pop & Rock Recorded: 1988 Released: 2013 This is the only album by the legendary short-lived Polish Rock supergroup The FotonessFind albums by this artist, a trio consisting of vocalist / guitarist Tomasz LipinskiFind albums by this artist (ex TiltFind albums by this artist / Brygada KryzysFind albums by this artist), bassist Marcin CiempielFind albums by this artist and drummer Jaroslaw SzlagowskiFind albums by this artist (both ex Lady PankFind albums by this artist / Oddzial ZamknietyFind albums by this artist). The original album included nine original songs, all co-written by the group members and all (except one) with English lyrics. Stylistically the music marks the transition between Punk and Alternative Rock and is based on catchy riffs and expressive, somewhat theatrical vocal delivery and highly energetic performances. However, in contrast to most post-Punk Rock recorded in the West, this music is beautifully put together and features great melody lines and intelligent lyrics. Even the fact that English lyrics are used is not a problem in this case, as the dramatic vocals hide well the traces of any foreign accent. In retrospect this is an exceptionally strong Rock album, which sounds great today exactly the way it did at the time of its release. Sadly almost forgotten, it is a great document of the Polish Rock history, richly deserving to be listened to today, especially in view of the sad state of today´s music. The reissue is expanded with seven bonus tracks, most of which see the light of day here for the first time. Beautifully remastered, this is one great trip down the memory lane! Not to be missed! Side Note: This reissue is part of the "Cult Vinyls" series by Polskie NagraniaFind albums on this label / MuzaFind albums on this label and is the first time this album appears on CD.

CD 1 Digipak Remastered Bonus Tracks Recommend To A Friend