Medusa (Clan of Xymox album)
Medusa is the second studio album by Dutch darkwave band Clan of Xymox. It was released in November 1986 by 4AD. Founding member Pieter Nooten would re-record the songs "After the Call" and "Theme I" on his 1987 debut solo album Sleeps with the Fishes, following a brief split from the band.
Critical reception
Medusa is seen by some critics as the group's career high point. Sounds described Medusa as an "overriding achievement [...] every track sounds like the finale to a brooding epic overture".[3]
Melody Maker wrote, "Sleek, efficient, even dramatic, Xymox understand the value of a direct understatement [...] [Medusa is] a bright flash of hope in these blackout days".[2]
Track listing
All songs written and composed by Ronny Moorings, Pieter Nooten, and Anka Wolbert.
1. |
"Theme I" |
2:54 |
2. |
"Medusa" |
5:53 |
3. |
"Michelle" |
2:59 |
4. |
"Theme II" |
1:43 |
5. |
"Louise" |
5:17 |
6. |
"Lorretine" |
3:33 |
7. |
"Agonised by Love" |
5:18 |
8. |
"Masquerade" |
3:54 |
9. |
"After the Call" |
5:55 |
10. |
"Back Door" |
4:52 |
Personnel
- Ronny Moorings – vocals, guitar, keyboards
- Anka Wolbert – vocals, keyboards, bass guitar
- Pieter Nooten – vocals, keyboards
- Technical
References
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