- Audio CD (2 May 1996)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Irs
- ASIN: B000000QI5
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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BUZZCOCKS All Set (1996 UK 12-track CD album produced by Neill King picture sleeve EIRSCD1078)
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More consistent than 'A Different Kind of Tension' and with more depth than 'Trade Test Transmissions ' which , in my view, suffered largely from appearing to be a 'virtual compilation ' of songs that would have been Buzzcocks singles in the decade-or-so-long hiatus in which they ceased to exist.
This record sees the Buzzcocks fullfilling their promise as a punk-flavoured 'beat group for modern times' . Highlights include the upbeat 'Totally From the Heart', the Who-esque 'Playing For Time' and the almost-ballad 'Hold Me Close ', a refreshing move towards 'classic pop' reminiscent of songs on 'Homosapien'(Pete Shelley's first solo album).
This record sees the Buzzcocks fullfilling their promise as a punk-flavoured 'beat group for modern times' . Highlights include the upbeat 'Totally From the Heart', the Who-esque 'Playing For Time' and the almost-ballad 'Hold Me Close ', a refreshing move towards 'classic pop' reminiscent of songs on 'Homosapien'(Pete Shelley's first solo album).
0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
When 'Trade Test Transmissions' appeared in the 1990s, I was as surprised as I was intrigued to hear how the rehashed Buzzcocks shaped up against their past. The answer was 'better than expected', though not surprisingly they couldn't recreate the intense angst of their 1970s output. 'All Set' follows on in similar vein, kicking off at nought to a hundred in half a second with 'Totally From The Heart'. True to form then, as is most of the album, but the lyrics are largely routine love songs missing the old Shelley magic. The album is rescued by the last four tracks, especially Diggle's 'Playing For Time' and his epic stand-out 'Back With You'. 'All Set' makes the right noises, but could have done with more substance.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Not the best; still better than most.
1 April 2003
Format:Audio CD
All Set, the 1996 studio album by the Buzzcocks, is a strong outing that's marred by shaky production. Perhaps producer Neill King was going for the sound of the classic 1970s Martin Rushent-produced Buzzcocks records, but the weak bottom end that results only makes All Set seem dated. If I want that sound (but with better songwriting), I'll put on Singles Going Steady! The Buzzcocks made the right move in having bassist Tony Barber helm the followup to All Set, 1999's Modern.
All Set's highlights include Kiss and Tell, What You Mean To Me, and the touching Steve Diggle contribution Back With You. Like all the Buzzcocks' 1990s output (and despite some of Pete Shelley's corniest lyric-writing ever), this is better music than at least 80 per cent of what's out there. And at its best moments, it is transcendent.
All Set's highlights include Kiss and Tell, What You Mean To Me, and the touching Steve Diggle contribution Back With You. Like all the Buzzcocks' 1990s output (and despite some of Pete Shelley's corniest lyric-writing ever), this is better music than at least 80 per cent of what's out there. And at its best moments, it is transcendent.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Were the 90's the best years for the Buzzcocks?
11 Jan 2006
Format:Audio CD
I know. It was at first heretical for a longtime Buzzcocks fan like me to consider Trade Test Transmissions, All Set, and Modern to be as good as Singles Going Steady and Love Bites
But I say it now. I listen to these cds all the time on my long commutes and I rarely listen to my beloved 70's 'cocks vinyl. This really is the best Buzzcocks.
My All Set got stolen and I'm back to buy a replacement! I may not play A Different Kind of Tension for the next 2 years, but I NEED All Set for those late night hauls!
But I say it now. I listen to these cds all the time on my long commutes and I rarely listen to my beloved 70's 'cocks vinyl. This really is the best Buzzcocks.
My All Set got stolen and I'm back to buy a replacement! I may not play A Different Kind of Tension for the next 2 years, but I NEED All Set for those late night hauls!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Good CD
19 April 2004
Format:Audio CD
This is not the Buzzcocks best, but dont get me wrong it is thier best album of the 90's. 'Modern' was a severe disappointment and 'TTT' was nowhere near their best. The best songs on here are: "Totally From The Heart", "Give It To Me",
"Kiss N Tell", "What Am I Supposed To Do" and "Point Of No Return". There are 2 truly bad songs, "Pariah" and "Hold Me Close" but the rest is all solid. If you are looking for Buzzcocks CD's then get this, "Love Bites", "Another Music In A Different Kitchen", "A Different Kind Of Tension" and "Singles Going Steady". So buy this CD and You will not be disappointed.
"Kiss N Tell", "What Am I Supposed To Do" and "Point Of No Return". There are 2 truly bad songs, "Pariah" and "Hold Me Close" but the rest is all solid. If you are looking for Buzzcocks CD's then get this, "Love Bites", "Another Music In A Different Kitchen", "A Different Kind Of Tension" and "Singles Going Steady". So buy this CD and You will not be disappointed.
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