Thursday, October 27, 2016

Spandau Ballet - Only When You Leave (Chrysalis)

Just as well I've already heard this a couple of times, since the review copy fell out of its sleeve in two pieces. They don't make 'em like they used to - or rather they do, since this long overdue offering sounds exactly like something from True. Nowt wrong With that, of course, and it's great to have the lads back. But we'll have to wait a little longer to see what Spandau's '84 model is made of. (Sunie, No 1, June 9, 1984)

Tony Hadley's singing has improved to such an extent that the time when his surname was always preceded by the nickname "Foghorn" is becoming a dim memory. He gives a warm, restrained performance on this funky and rockin' number which also displays Gary Kemp's talents as a scratchy rhythm guitarist. (Neil Tennant, Smash Hits, June 7, 1984)

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