[2017-12-22] Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark "The Punishment Of Luxury: B Sides And Bonus Material" (White Noise)

Linda · **Posted:** Sat Nov 04, 2017 6:29 am

Description
This year, the synth-pop pioners OMD returned with their dazzling 13th studio album ''The Punishment of Luxury'' which sees them combine the wistful nostalgia and idealised romance of their previous work while stepping out of their comfort zone. The follow up to the critically acclaimed ''English Electric'' (released in 2013), ''The Punishment Of Luxury'' is a daring collection of stylish synth pop and masterful songwriting which will certainly rank alongside their very best. Written, recorded, produced and mixed by OMD Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys the album is the sound of a band in their prime. '''On this album we have managed to make beautiful things out of noises and repetitive patterns,'' explains Andy. ''The trouble is, we just can't help but write a catchy melody!'' Described by The Quietus as ''not just one of the best synth bands ever, they are one of the best bands ever,'' OMD's influence has become ubiquitous. The XX, the Killers and LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy have cited OMD as an inspiration, and the likes of Future Islands and Chvrches show traces of OMD's DNA. This cd compiles non album B sides (available only on singles releases) and various single and 12'' vinyl extended mixes and special remixes for OMD fans and collectors.

Tracklist
1. Isotype (Single Mix)
2. Skin
3. The Punishment Of Luxury (Single Mix)
4. The Punishment Of Luxury (12" Extended Mix)
5. Lampe Licht
6. The Punishment Of Luxury (Manhattan Clique Remix)
7. What Have We Done (Single Mix)
8. What Have We Done (12" Extended Mix)
9. Hahaha
10. What Have We Done (Chicky & Coco Remix)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775JKLK5/?tag=imwan-20

Linda · **Posted:** Sat Nov 04, 2017 6:32 am

And The Punishment Of Luxury album itself is, of course, still available:

CD Standard Edition
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071LFZNSX/?tag=imwan-20

CD/DVD Deluxe Edition
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071LFZNS9/?tag=imwan-20

RackleNut · **Joined:** 07 Nov 2006 **Posts:** 1356

thanks for posting this, Linda...

OMD completist that i am, although i don't rightly care for the album, i'll be getting this collection of peripheral material -
and hoping that at least some of it is worthwhile.

Linda · **Posted:** Tue Nov 07, 2017 5:47 am

Bump: Added the description to the first post.

RackleNut · **Joined:** 07 Nov 2006 **Posts:** 1356

Tracklisting:
1) Isotype (Single Mix)
2) Skin
3) The Punishment of Luxury (Single Mix)
4) The Punishment of Luxury (12" Extended Mix)
5) Lampe Licht
6) The Punishment of Luxury (Manhattan Clique Remix)
7) What Have We Done (Single Mix)
8) What Have We Done (12" Extended Mix)
9) HAHAHA
10) What Have We Done (Chicky & Coco Remix)

sadly, no extended version of the album's closer "The View From Here" which is far too short and ends like a bad edit. it's about the only track i like on this album.

Linda · **Posted:** Sat Nov 18, 2017 1:35 am

The pre-order price for the B-sides collection has been reduced to $9.99:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0775JKLK5/?tag=imwan-20

RackleNut · **Joined:** 07 Nov 2006 **Posts:** 1356

and what of the tracks on the upcoming, third 12" yet to be released?
on which cd-compilation are THOSE going to appear?

[2017-12-22] Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark "The Punishment Of Luxury: B Sides And Bonus Material" (White Noise)

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