Description
After the release of the shoegaze classic Delaware in 1992 and the complex experiments on National Coma in 1993, Drop Nineteens called it quits. They had an amazing journey, sharing stages with Radiohead, Hole, Blur, and PJ Harvey. They went from teenage kids in Boston to young adults with an MTV video. When the band disbanded, Greg Ackell was content, thinking his music chapter was closed. But in 2021, after nearly 30 years, Ackell felt the urge to pick up a guitar. He quickly called Steve Zimmeran, the band's bassist and fellow guitarist, and they started writing. It was effortless for Ackell, like he'd never stopped. "We were off to a great start," he said. Then came the question: What does a modern Drop Nineteens song sound like? Enter Hard Light, the band's stunning third album. It's a worthy follow - up to Delaware, a unique modern record in sound and vision. The first step in making Hard Light was reuniting the band. Drop Nineteens is a collaborative project. Ackell mainly writes the lyrics and works with Zimmerman, Paula Kelley, Motohiro Yasue, and Peter Koeplin to create the sound. The album was recorded over a year in various studios across the country. Making music together felt natural, smooth, and exciting. The guitar reverb is as expansive as ever. Ackell and Kelley's vocals are crystal - clear. "Scapa Flow" is a triumph, a perfect example of a modern Drop Nineteens song. The guitars glide like clouds on a clear day, with drums shuffling in the background. Ackell and Kelley's vocals are cool and dreamy, surrounded by a reverb haze. The whole album is simply lovely. It's a portrait of a band 30 years later, still as talented and dedicated as ever. Tracks include: 1. Hard Light 2. Scapa Flow 3. Gal 4. Tarantula 5. The Price Was High 6. Rose With Smoke 7. A Hitch 8. Lookout 9. Another One Another 10. Policeman Getting Lost 11. T
To enjoy this Hard Light vinyl LP, simply place it on your turntable and use a stylus to play it. Make sure your turntable is set up correctly and the speed is set to the appropriate RPM (usually 33 1/3 for LPs). When handling the vinyl, hold it by the edges to avoid fingerprints and scratches on the playing surface. Keep the record in its sleeve when not in use to protect it from dust and damage. Store the LP in a cool, dry place, and avoid exposing it to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures. If the record gets dirty, you can use a record cleaning brush to gently remove dust from the grooves. This will help ensure the best sound quality and a long lifespan for your vinyl record.
