His knack for writing fantastic pop songs led to chart hits back home and a cult following around the world. A roller coaster 17-song, 51 minute trip, Soft Bomb is a conceptual classic that embraces styles and genres.įronted by the rare talent of Martin Phillipps, The Chills were originally formed in 1980 and had a revolving cast of band members, with Phillipps remaining the only constant. Originally released in 1992, The Chills’ third album Soft Bomb features contributions from giants of contemporary American music like Van Dyke Parks and ex dB’s Peter Holsapple as collaborators. It includes the effervescent, euphoric opener ‘Heavenly Pop Hit’. Built around Martin Phillipps’ off-kilter vocal all accent, all attitude, it reels around folk-like couplets with brusque punk swagger fed through psychedelic hues so timeless it still simmers beautifully. Submarine Bells is The Chills’ much-praised second album from 1990. Submarine Bells and Soft Bomb, the iconic early albums from The Chills’ catalogue have been remastered for a super sweet moment of ear candy, perfect for rediscovery, out on coloured vinyl 15th of January, 2021 via Flying Nun Records.īack in the Flying Nun vinyl catalogue for the first time in almost three decades, you can now get your hands on these much sought after reissues with Submarine Bells available on translucent green vinyl, and Soft Bomb available in both orange or blue vinyl – all pressed in New Zealand, thanks to Holiday Records.
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