Name: Cast Of Thousands
Brand: The Adverts

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Bonus disc: No

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firelp144rsd

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-08-01

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Signed copies: No

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Standard:20

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0809236114440

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Adverts

Genre GB

Punk / Hardcore

Label GB

Fire Records

Fire Records is an independent record label headquartered in London, England, UK. Founded in the mid 80s, Fire Records has been a prominent force in the music industry for decades. They have released early records from Pulp, Teenage Fanclub, Spacemen 3, Blue Aeroplanes, and many other influential artists. In the early 90s, the label was home to notable acts such as Neutral Milk Hotel, The Lemonheads, Built to Spill, and Urge Overkill.With a rich history of discovering talent and nurturing their careers, Fire Records remains dedicated to supporting groundbreaking musicians across various genres. Their diverse roster showcases both established names and emerging talents who push boundaries and challenge conventions.

The Adverts were an English punk band formed in 1976. They achieved chart success in the UK with their single "Gary Gilmore's Eyes" reaching No. 18 on the UK Singles Chart. Bassist Gaye Advert was hailed as the first female punk star by The Virgin Encyclopedia of 70s Music.
Known for their energetic and rebellious sound, The Adverts played a significant role in shaping the punk movement of the late 1970s. Their music captured the raw essence of punk, delivering powerful lyrics and intense performances that resonated with fans.
Despite disbanding in late 1979, The Adverts left a lasting impact on the music scene. Their influence can still be felt today, inspiring countless artists to embrace individuality and challenge societal norms through their music.

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Originally released to a fanbase and music press that were unprepared for the band to move on from the punk fury of “Crossing The Red Sea”, The Adverts “Cast Of Thousands” has since been recognized as a lost classic of the time period. TV Smith’s cutting observational lyrics and sharp musical instincts saw his songwriting grow and move in unexpected directions. The primal thumping was replaced by dynamic and driving drumming, acoustic guitars and probing solos emerged, and Tim Cross joined to add keyboards and fill out the overall sound. The one constant was the pounding throb of Gaye Advert’s bass. 

Cast Of Thousands

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