Fine Young Cannibals released just two albums; one in 1985 and one in 1989. Which is better? It’s tough to tell. Each consists of ten song servings, most of which are good. The debut should’ve been given a proper title, but its sound is more organic and consistent. Its best cut is probably Like A Stranger. The Raw And The Cooked is more contemporary and experimental. Its best cut is probably As Hard As It Is.
my vote = ?
1985
1985 or 1986
1985
This is a good song that gets great near the end. That’s when singer Roland Gift is joined by a chorus of women he still manages to sound more effeminate than. “You’ve been too long in the institution,” they go and it sounds like the finale of a glorious Broadway musical. The storyline has to do with a gay man’s fears in regard to his abusive ex-lover being released from prison.
my rating : 4 of 5
1985
1986
1986
1987
1989
1989