CLAUDIA BRUCKEN kiss like ether 45 Record 1991 UK

Personnel: Mark Spencer (programming).Audio Mixers: John Waddell; Pascal Gabriel.Liner Note Author: Ian Peel.Recording information: Maison Rouge; Mayfair Mews.In early 1991 an album by an '80s artist was welcomed like a Bryan Ferry album in the time of punk. Brucken is one of those enigmas who records sporadically. Love is her only solo effort. Due to Pascal Gabriel's modern dance production, the album holds up well even years after its release and is a much lighter listen than the Edgar Allan Poe- inspired Propaganda. Nine tracks are anticipated by the sensual shade of the "State of Independence" shadow, "Kiss Like Ether." At times Gabriel's programmed beats border on overbearing, so Steve Nye adds a touch of liveliness on three pieces, culminating in the memorable "Always." The upbeat disco "Suicide" and the dramatic "Surprise" are also notable. The album would benefit from the inclusion of Ether's two stunning alternative versions of "Electrical Embrace" and "Earth Mood Magic." ~ Kelvin Hayes