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Product details

  • Audio CD (31 Jan 2005)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Mercury Records Ltd (London)
  • ASIN: B00070DJSS
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 40,649 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Song Title Time Price
Listen  1. Lackey 3:31£0.79
Listen  2. In The Background 2:51£0.59
Listen  3. William 3:14£0.79
Listen  4. Almanac 2:55£0.59
Listen  5. How I Nearly Lost You 3:43£0.59
Listen  6. Stan Bowles 3:13£0.79
Listen  7. Community 853 3:38£0.59
Listen  8. Psychovision 3:43£0.59
Listen  9. Johan 4:54£0.59
Listen10. Southern Glow 3:35£0.59
Listen11. This Is For The Poor 4:23£0.59
Listen12. Darren Daniel Dave 4:57£0.59

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Having developed a rabid fanbase by the simple, old-fashioned gimmick of relentless gigging, the eponymous debut album from The Others comes with no small amount of anticipation. Embraced by some for their approachability (how many other bands are on a first name basis with most of their fans?), while reviled by others for being mere Libertines rip-offs, that the Others possess both energy and spirit is undeniable. Based on the 12 tracks on The Others, this four piece see themselves as embracing the spirit of the underground (and in a very literal sense – they've played gigs on London's Tube), and their ethos owes much to the punk rock scene. Singer Dominic Masters, at his best, sounds like early Iggy Pop, while their music veers between the chugging guitars of the Strokes ("William") and the frenetic rhythm of the Pixies ("In the Background"). And if some of the songs seem a bit too obvious – like the anthemic "This Is for the Poor" and the drugs tale "How I Nearly Lost You" – it's pretty much forgiven by their overall exuberance and charisma. The Others have produced a promising debut. --Robert Burrow

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Debut album from London-based band whose raw old-school punk rock sound, anti-celebrity stance and working-class political sloganeering has endeared them to gig-goers and seen them compared to the varied likes of The Clash, Joy Division, Blur, Razorlight and The Libertines. Includes the singles 'Stan Bowles', 'Lackey' and 'This Is For The Poor'.

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13 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Has anyone actually listened to this??, 1 Feb 2005
Clearly many of the single star reviews appearing for this album on this site were written without actually listening to the album, with dates such as Jan 22nd when it was not released until 31st. In fact it would appear that one of them says that apparently 'you know what to expect' because of Dom's sexuality - to be fair I don't even know why the reviewer was allowed to get away with it.

If they had listened to the album, they would find a great collection of songs which are 100% honest. It really doesn't matter that Dom isn't a note-perfect singer, this is punk remember?? What he does have is a real, human voice with a real genuinity to it, and if anyone reading this is ever lucky enough to meet him they can see for themselves this genuinity in personality.

The album kicks off with Lackey, a traditional set opener which shows the band in full flow, both musically (energetic punk-funk) and lyrically (simple but effective anti-wage slave anthem). William is another of the album's highlights, a dedication to an old friendship with a trademark 'ba ba ba' chorus. The perhaps confusingly titled Stan Bowles, really about Peter Doherty, has some great basslines rarely seen in punk, a feature recurrent through the album thanks to the talent of Johnny Others. However the real gem on this album is How I Nearly Lost You, which along with Johan, demonstrates the softer, sweeter side of the Others which is less documented by the press; it is possibly one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.

Of course This Is For The Poor features, the first single which has caused so much fuss amongst the letters pages of NME. Brilliant though it is, this song MUST be experienced live for full appreciation!! In fact, I demand whoever might read this to get out to an Others gig ASAP - they're normally cheap, and often free, and have a habit of turning up in the most unusual places!

Ignore the ignorant, give these lads a chance.

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19 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Deserves better, 24 Jan 2005
I have read three reviews from this website and all of them have been slating the album. I have also read fantastic reviews from the likes of NME, Times, Guardian and a 10/10 rating from Vice Magazine.

There has been much controversy surrounding this band and the difference in reviews just illustrates my point. Personally I think that everyone should have a copy of this album...if not two so you can give one to a friend.

Dominic may not sing like Freddie Mercury but he is good at what he does and that is sing lyrics that MEAN something and deliver them in such a way that it connects with the listener. During community 853 there is a moment where he sings 'I haven't got the answers I haven't got the key...' and you really feel like he's saying it to you. The music makes your heart race as you recognise the song by the opening bar. You can't help humming, tapping your foot or singing along.

One of the most honest albums I have ever heard.

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9 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely brilliant, 1 Feb 2005
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I went to see them last night doing a set at virgin Megastores and boy were they brilliant. Truly one of the albums of the year and if This Is For The Poor does not move you in some way then you have a heart of stone.

The Others are going to be big and this debut album is up there with the best of them/

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3.0 out of 5 stars Fairly average
Having heard 'William' and really liking it - I decided to buy the album. The reviews from NME etc would imply it 'can change your life' 'Britains most... Read more
Published on 13 Mar 2006 by J. Knox

1.0 out of 5 stars Transcending the rules to create something extraordinary...
Ah yes - The Libertines... Undeniably great pop songs, delivered with an attitude & refreshingly raw energy not heard in these shores for some time. Read more
Published on 21 Aug 2005 by Dazman

4.0 out of 5 stars Not for everyone, but give them a go.
The first time I heard this CD, I admit, I thought it was awful. But determined to give them a go, I listened again and then a third time. By then I nearly loved it. Read more
Published on 9 April 2005 by Miss MC Griffiths

5.0 out of 5 stars Divide and Rule?
A band who (obviously) truly do divide people's opinions right down the middle! The Others - you either love them or hate them - there are no inbetweens. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars The Others are the voice of the people
i went to see the Others last week and the were incredible , the crowd were boarding on hysterical and you would have had to have your feet nailed to the floor to stop you jumping... Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2005

2.0 out of 5 stars for the kids.
try telling your little sister mcfly are rubbish. you'll get the same reaction from d'others fans. simply put, if you are under 18 you'll probably believe the hype and enjoy this... Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2005

1.0 out of 5 stars Never mind the B**llocks..listen to the pistols instead....
The others are a band to ignore. This debut album can only be described as dreadfull. The others sound like a poor cross between The Strokes,The Clash and the Sex Pistols and it... Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2005 by rory corbett

3.0 out of 5 stars Slightly over-rated, but still worth a listen
I am an on/off reader of NME, as I believe it does tend to over-hype some bands, namely anyone who knows Pete Doherty, and a regular Q reader (a much less biased read). Read more
Published on 30 Jan 2005 by harryharland1984

4.0 out of 5 stars Ignorance
As with all music this isn't gona be to everyone's taste but like another reviewer said you just need to look at the reviews in NME or The Times for example, reviews written by... Read more
Published on 29 Jan 2005

1.0 out of 5 stars the joke isn't funny anymore.
you can do all the cliche rock n' roll gimmicks you want to get your band noticed. but at the end of the day a band will be remembered for the music they make. Read more
Published on 24 Jan 2005

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