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Sleaford Mods: Rage Against Austerity Continues
27 Jan
Summary
- UK duo Sleaford Mods critiques austerity and class warfare on their 13th record.
- Vocalist Jason Williamson delivers raw, pugnacious lyrics grounded in daily indignities.
- Album features guest vocalists who help transform diatribes into dialogues.
Sleaford Mods, the UK duo, has released their 13th album, titled 'The Demise of Planet X.' The record vehemently tackles themes of austerity and class warfare, common to Williamson's England.
Vocalist Jason Williamson's lyrics are characterized by a raw, pugnacious energy, drawing from manual labor and local grievances. Producer Andrew Fearn provides a typically rigid, loop-driven electronic backdrop.
The album's deconstructed moments, like "Double Diamond," showcase Williamson's distinct spoken-word style. While some tracks feature moments of lyrical repetition or tonal clashes, guest vocalists like Liam Bailey and Snowy elevate the material.
These collaborations help transform Williamson's often fiery diatribes into more grounded dialogues, suggesting a promising direction for the duo's future work.
