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One of the first releases of 2009 also looks dead set to number among the most significant. Epically depressive London trio White Lies were named as number 2 in the BBC’s Sound of 2009 most-likely-to poll, reflecting the intentions and suppositions of industry movers and shakers (critics, DJs, suited big-wigs with expense accounts). And it’s not hard to fathom what sent their collective neck hairs tingling. Morbidly macabre (barely a minute passes without some reference to death), gothically cold and efficient and free of baseless sentimentality yet relatable to, To Lose My Life is a machine of a debut record, an example in really getting the job done. Driven by the propulsive, non-nonsense Larry Mullen-esque drumming (think pre-Joshua Tree U2) of Jack Brown on steady percussive powerhouses like “A Place To Hide” and “From The Stars”, a bold path is lain over which singer Harry McVeigh roams dispensing haunting melancholy, his statuesque vocal pitched between David Byrne, Paul Banks of Interpol and Ian McCulloch. It’s all undeniably derivative, portions of their sound easily attributed to various sombre post-punk stalwarts of the 1980s; Joy Division, Echo & The Bunnymen, Talking Heads. But there’s something so impulsively likable and vibrant about this very consistent set of songs that sees them make peers of Editors, The Killers and for the general dire tone, Glasvegas. Singles “Death” and “Unfinished Business” especially could spar with any of the above. --James Berry
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The debut album from the London-based indie rockers, featuring the singles 'Unfinished Business', 'Death' and 'To Lose My Life'.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Having seen White Lies on tv coverage of Glastonbury I bought To Lose My Life.... on the strength of the hits.Would the other songs live up to the expectations I had before listening?
Without any doubt it is the best album I have bought this year and is definitely in my Top Ten of all time.
The songwriting is excellent,the tunes instantly memorable and I can't think of a weak track.The stand out songs for me are A Place To Hide and Unfinished Business.
Can White Lies follow up with a better second album?I sure hope so.In the meantime,if you only buy one album from Amazon,make sure it is To Lose My Life....
Without any doubt it is the best album I have bought this year and is definitely in my Top Ten of all time.
The songwriting is excellent,the tunes instantly memorable and I can't think of a weak track.The stand out songs for me are A Place To Hide and Unfinished Business.
Can White Lies follow up with a better second album?I sure hope so.In the meantime,if you only buy one album from Amazon,make sure it is To Lose My Life....
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
One of the best albums of the year. Every track is a grower and the group has the potental for much much more in the future. The songs are raw and at the same time melodic and catchy. I kind of liken it to a much heavier and darker version of the killers but there is also an eighties influence going on. Very very good album and much recomennded to those who like proper music.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
i love the feeling when we lift off, watchin the world so small below....
6 Jan 2010
Format:Audio CD
Loved 'farewell to the fairground' so purchased the album wanting to hear more.... loving the first three tracks and 'farewell...'plus 'unfinished business' White Lies are in a league of their own really...such dark tones, deep poetic lyrics with strong images...a very very dark album, brilliant stuff though....intelligent music.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Quite simply this album vies with Hot Fuss as my most favourite album this century so far. Excellent vocals and I've also had the privilege of seeing them live.
Published 19 days ago by Red Army Follower
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic songs and brilliant band.
I bought this for my daughter and she loves it. On her behalf, I have chosen excellent rating because she thinks it is excellent.
Published 1 month ago by saus
4.0 out of 5 stars
To Lose My Life...
The lyrics are a bit strange and morbid at times but there are some good tracks with great melodies. Will definitely look out for the White Lies' follow up album.
Published 2 months ago by Peter Thornton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Love this cd I played it about ten times when I first got it . It has a slight 80's feel about it. It flows really well and all the tracks are good. Read more
Published 2 months ago by dizzylizzy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Rock and Roll
I heard a few of their songs when away on a trip. This was the first album I came to and every song is excellent, Great rocky pop sounds that sound fresh and powerful.
Published 5 months ago by mark
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent debut!
I decided to come back to what i remembered as a good debut from dark rockers White Lies. Well i must say its an incredible album. Read more
Published 9 months ago by C22man
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cracking CD, somewhat 80's, quite a lot of death in the lyrics - fine...
said it all in the title, can't be bothered to rewrite - worth a listen though. Oh postage was quick etc and good value
Published 14 months ago by V. Doherty
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolute Class
I've run out of superlatives for this band. It is an amazing album which is so deep, emotional and pensive. The songs tell stories that are mysterious but intriguing. Read more
Published 20 months ago by biggazza_saf
5.0 out of 5 stars
At last a decent band from the noughties
this is a great little gem of an album. superb production, powerful riffs, electro synth, tumbling drumbeats and visions of grey faded cities via a look back at 80's post punk... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Rich77
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic, emotional and atmospheric
Bought this album after seeing them performing at t in the park and am blown away!
Such incredible musicianship here on this album, its very melancholic and definitely... Read more
Such incredible musicianship here on this album, its very melancholic and definitely... Read more
Published 22 months ago by JC London
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