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Gang of Four - New songs but how to deliver?

Posted over 2 years ago
To prove that we are actually working and not just sitting around debating Situationism or the collapse of the recording industry, I have posted below a very rough recording (culled from video footage I shot) of a new song that I will call Password (you can be certain that this title will change.) The aim here is that if you are inclined to follow our progress as we write and record then these MP3 posts will be like milestones which can be used later to compare the genesis of a song against the final version.We are debating, as we do, how we will release the finished goods. Jon King reminds us that our career kick-off was defined by the Damaged Goods EP, a three song, cheaply recorded debut that made a lot of waves in the UK and European press well before we signed to the majors. So how about we start the new round of releases with a 4 song digital EP? Probably. The 'album' could then be built over time and released eventually as a CD, but in a compelling, high-value package that makes it valuable to our fans. We have those 4 song ideas as I write and they will be burnished and honed over the next 12 weeks or so. It then makes sense to get them into the hands (and ears) of the public as quickly as possible. Digital makes the most sense along with downloadable artwork, a vinyl record with free MP3s and remixes. And my first choice for remixers would of course be Justice.

Gang of Four - Password (Demo) [MP3]

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Comments (5)

  1. I am says Dave, that great news. EP sounds good to generate interest. I honestly think if GoF releases anything you will have a built in buzz round any product. Is going to be you, Jon and Andy? Will Burnham be playing drums? I am digging Password, of course it still sounds rough, but given time and a polish I am sure it will stand next to anything you guys did before Songs of the Free. You guys need to get angry again. Hell yeah I like the post.
    Permalink posted 11/20/2007
  2. walkingthecow says you guys are awesome! i've been a fan for a while now.
    Permalink posted 11/20/2007
  3. fistula spume says Sweet post. Demo sounding good. Thanks for sharing!
    Permalink posted 11/20/2007
  4. Lady Miss Ian says Hi Dave - Glad to hear you guys are recording. I think the digital EP idea is a good one. It may be even worth doing the "name your price" game (ala Radiohead) or just a nice cheap flat rate for a 3 songs download. I'm a big remixing fan. Justice would be a great choice. Be interesting to see what other moggers suggest. Cheers for the post! :-)
    Permalink posted 11/20/2007
  5. skjs says I can imagine a Justice remix. I'd also like to hear what Phones could do.
    Permalink posted 11/22/2007

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