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Various Cruelties - Great Unknown

Various Cruelties - Great Unknown
First OnSingle Reviews

If downloads have a virtual bargain bin then this is destined for it.



Label: Mercury Records
Released: 1st January 2011
Reviewer: Greg Inglis
Play listed by BBC 6 Music and Radio 1, Various Cruelties' 'Great Unknown' chronicles that pivotal moment in a relationship where the choice needs to be made to see it through or let it crumble. Hardly the most original lyrical theme but one guaranteed to bring a smattering of everyman appeal nonetheless.

Whilst there was a Northern Soul tinged sparkle that underpinned the glorious 'Chemicals' this latest effort is somewhat bereft of inspiration, sounding not unlike a Kooks b-side with it's smattering of piano and overblown chorus.

Maybe there is a subtle irony at work in the choice of title but if downloads have a virtual bargain bin then this is destined for it. Rating: 5/10
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