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A new album by Dodgy has been a long time coming but 'Stand Upright In A Cool Place' is well worth the wait. The first album of new songs from the original line-up since the platinum selling Free Peace Sweet ( Good Enough , Found You , If You re Thinking Of Me ). This new album is deeper and more mature but with bigger choruses and stronger melodies, recorded over the summer of 2011 in an old farmhouse in Malvern and mixed by Matt Pence (Midlake, John Grant) in Texas, Already generating positive press response, Word Magazine just one of those saying Better than they were before - and they were great then Not wishing to rest on their laurels, Dodgy have already completed a series of live dates in October, Nov and December of 2011, previewing the new album in it s entirety, to enthusiastic audience response all of which points to early encouraging signs for this album.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is a belter of an album and just the tonic us ever-patient Dodgy fans have been waiting for. This album combines something quintessentially English with a mature country vibe. Tracks like 'Shadows', 'Tripped and Fell' and 'Find a Place' show the band at their glorious, harmonious best. The new single, 'What Became of You' and 'We Try' are both wistful and timeless. The soaring 'Raggedstone Hill' has that same energetic force that propelled Dodgy into the 90's. When you've heard the album, check out one of their gigs - there's a very special quality to Dodgy's live performances. Uplifting melodies, sublime harmonies from three talented musicians who were apart for far too long. Welcome back, Dodgy.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
16 years coming, we now have another Dodgy album! It's mostly acoustic and has quite a sombre feel. Some trademark swinging choruses can be found on track 2 and 3, and the whole thing has that unmistakable melodic Dodgyology. What's great is all the Dodgy albums are a bit different, Free Peace Sweet was a bit too poppy for me so this is a welcome maturer sound.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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As a Dodgy Super-Fan since the early days, I have to admit I was a little sceptical about the original line-up getting back together after so many years. Don't get me wrong, I was PUMPED - like that part of you that was excited to see the new Indiana Jones film when it came out, despite that fact that if it sucked it would crush your dreams and spoil a perfect record. Because if it turned out amazing... Well that would be the greatest thing. So, imagine my delight when I realised that, unlike George Lucas, the Dodgy boys are still just as capable of weaving magic as they were back in the glory days.
All the reviews of this album in the press are pretty similar (and positive) - talk of autumnal finger-picked guitars, Fleet Foxes-style harmonies, rich melody - and they're right. If only the broadsheets and glossy monthlies would drop all the irritating talk of Dodgy being cheeky chappies, incapable of writing anything that wasn't directly about summer or inherently goofy, and acting surprised at their supposed newfound maturity. Dodgy have ALWAYS been fantastic songwriters - listen to One Of Those Rivers or Grassman for proof - and it just fills me with joy that they managed to put their differences aside to give us (at least) one more beautiful album.
I hope they carry on - I hope there's more to come. Dodgy may never be as successful commercially as they were, but frankly I don't care about that. This album is the sound of a band making music for the love of doing it, which is why it sounds so full of soul, life and joy.
I think you should buy it.
All the reviews of this album in the press are pretty similar (and positive) - talk of autumnal finger-picked guitars, Fleet Foxes-style harmonies, rich melody - and they're right. If only the broadsheets and glossy monthlies would drop all the irritating talk of Dodgy being cheeky chappies, incapable of writing anything that wasn't directly about summer or inherently goofy, and acting surprised at their supposed newfound maturity. Dodgy have ALWAYS been fantastic songwriters - listen to One Of Those Rivers or Grassman for proof - and it just fills me with joy that they managed to put their differences aside to give us (at least) one more beautiful album.
I hope they carry on - I hope there's more to come. Dodgy may never be as successful commercially as they were, but frankly I don't care about that. This album is the sound of a band making music for the love of doing it, which is why it sounds so full of soul, life and joy.
I think you should buy it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
What A Return!
It's great to see Dodgy back - such an underrated band in the 90's when really one of the best around. Read more
Published 24 days ago by Steve Horsfall - Author / Writer
A Fine Return
Having been a big fan in the 90's I was slightly concerned about this return. I need not have worried - this is a fine CD. Read more
Published 1 month ago by topographic73
Can't Hold Onto Yesterday
I was in my painfully early 20s during the Britpop era, pretended I liked the scene at the time, but looking back probably never really thought it was that much good,... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ryan Ceramic
i love Dodgy, still
Not as rocky as my fave Free Peace Sweet, but a few listens i was hooked. Buy if you like Dodgy. More of a deft personal flavour... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Tharg, Leader of the Mudmen
Stand Upright In A Cool Place
Having delivered some of the best era-defining pop of the 90s, Dodgy were also known for their ability to "party like Ewoks" and ruffle a few political feathers too. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Clair Chapman
So Let Me Go Far !
Been waiting a long time for the new album from Dodgy (pukka line up only). To be honest I found Stand Upright in a Cool Place a grower. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gareth E. Evans
Grand old english oaktree with a sweeet cacti cream
Well worth the wait, reminiscent of the original album. Musicianship is second to none. Miller is plucking good as always. beautiful melodies, harmonies. Personal favs..... Read more
Published 3 months ago by C Hardman
'I Need Another'.....track playing off this great album
I've been 'Waiting for the Day' that this album was released, I've got to say this is a fantastic album - wouldn't expect anything less from these guys. Read more
Published 3 months ago by ChrisO
GREAT ALBUM... BUT get the box set, 2 x CD
great album, i bought the box set which gives you another 9 tracks on a cd called 'MORE MUSIC' and you get a few Dodgy novelty's just for a handfull of quids extra
Published 3 months ago by D. Fletcher
WELCOME RETURN OF THE DODGY GEEZERS
Cheeky Brit poppers Dodgy always had a lot more to offer besides the perky singles, suntans and Hollies harmonies. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. Christopher J. Welch
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