The Who – Who’s Missing
by The author recalls discovering The Who’s albums “Who’s Missing” and “Two’s Missing” in 1987, appreciating the musical talent in “Who’s Missing,” which he sought for years before reacquiring.
Away From The Numbers
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The Ambassadors – Somewhere To Hide
The notes detail a mini album by The Ambassadors, a Mod Revival band, highlighting its indie origins, memorable tracks, and nostalgic charm, along with insights from lyricist Kurt Fricker about their journey.
The Gents – How It All Began
In 1986, a chance encounter revived nostalgia for Mod music through The Gents’ album, which reflected a fading mod revival. Enjoyable, but maybe lacking originality and came too late to significantly resonate.
The Chords – So Far Away
Another mod revival title from 1980, The Chords’ So Far Away is probably as good an example of the genre as you’re likely to listen to. Punchy, angsty anthems that encapsulates the spirit of mod revival, the 1980s and working class values.
Secret Affair – Behind Closed Doors
Behind Closed Doors was written in a bit of a rush, presumably to capitalise on the success of the first record. It meant that the two main songwriters, Ian Page and David Cairns, worked remotely and apart, each writing in isolation in different parts of the world.
The Lambrettas – Beat Boys In The Jet Age
The Lambrettas, a mod revival band, gained popularity in the late 1970s with hits like “Poison Ivy.” Their first album, “Beat Boys In The Jet Age,” features standout tracks.
The Headboys
The Headboys’ debut album presents a mix of catchy power pop and confused musical styles, featuring notable tracks like “Shape Of Things To Come,” while ultimately lacking a clear band identity.
A Modern Mod Revival? Sharp Class of ’25
As I write this we are coming to the end of 2025, a quarter of the way through the 21st Century, and it seems mod revival, the mod scene, power pop, brit pop and the like are refusing to lie down.