This adventurous and brooding self-titled album by Sydney band Purplene is regarded by most as their definitive work, recorded by Steve Albini. A classic Australian record originally released 2004, finally now on vinyl and digital platforms.
This band should have been huge. Fantastic slo-core at times, post-punk, pre-emo. Fragile verses, and it gets sophisticatedly loud only at times where it should. Recorded by Mr. Albini. Sounds perfect.
Originally released March 15th, 2004
Purplene:
Matt Blackman – Voice / Guitar (left) / Synth / Piano
Dave Ledlin – Guitar (right) / Mellotron on 4 / Bass on 2 / Voice on 6
Adam Jesson – Bass Guitar / Guitar (right) on 2
Matt Rossetti – Drums / Guitar (right) on 8
The Fat Angel Sings 