Name: The Patron Saint Of Heartache
Brand: Candy Opera

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

TURN73CD

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Download code: No

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-12-04

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

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Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

4039967024039

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

Artist

Candy Opera 

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

A Turntable Friend

A Turntable Friend is a truly independent record label that has been around since the past (1990-1999) and is now in its second life, continuing to thrive in the present (2017-x). With a strong focus on keeping vinyl alive, this label is dedicated to preserving the art of music in physical form.

As an authoritative voice in the music industry, A Turntable Friend has made a significant impact by showcasing talented artists and performers who are passionate about their craft. Their commitment to quality and authenticity shines through in every release.

With *A Turntable Friend*, you can expect to discover unique and captivating sounds from a diverse range of genres. Whether you're a fan of indie rock, alternative pop, or experimental music, this label offers something for everyone. So join us on this musical journey as we celebrate the beauty of vinyl and support independent artists.

Following the overdue release of two archival sets - 45 Revolutions PerMinute and Rarities (released in 2018 by Firestation Records, quickly selling out of their first runs) - their new album The Patron Saint of Heartache picks up where the band left off, with 14 fresh songs ready for discovery of a sound as timeless as any Candy Opera output.

Candy Opera were formed in Liverpool in 1982 and went through various incarnations before calling it a day in 1992. By 1985, the band had played alongside the likes of The Pogues, The Go-Betweens and The Redskins, as well as appearing on Granada TV. The band's current line-up is drawn from all eras of the band’s existence and features Brian Chin Smithers (guitar, vocals), Alan Currie (drums), Frank Mahon (bass), Paul Malone (vocals, guitar), Ken Moss (guitar) and Gary O'Donnell (keyboards, vocals, percussion).

This new LP also features a swathe of friends and contemporaries, including Paul Simpson (The Wild Swans) and Phil Jones (Afraid of Mice). The result is an exquisite piece of pop craftsmanship that brings their songs into the light. This is a labour of love born of experience, but retaining the sense of wonder that brought the band together in the first place.

The Patron Saint Of Heartache

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