Finlay Shakespeare - Domestic Economy (2019) [Hi-Res]

Editions Mego reveal a striking new synth-pop star in the ascendent with Finlay Shakespeare’s remarkable debut album

Marrying freely metered vocals comparable with Richard Youngs to powerful instrumental drive worthy of prime Vince Clarke, Shakespeare’s ‘Domestic Economy’ is an effortlessly bold and singularly expressive revision of classic synth-pop styles bound to attract a keen following.

“The playful confidence that exudes Finlay Shakespeare’s practice is flagarenty laid out on Domestic Economy, his extraordinary debut full length. Domestic Economy displays two eventful sides evidencing the unique musical approach Shakespeare has developed in such a short period of time. Let’s get some facts straight, Finlay is young. And talented. His programming skills belie his years and one can detect a sharp appreciation of historical electronic pop whilst simultaneously developing a canny understanding as to where such a form exists in the current age. Shakespeare’s brazen lyrical content and significant melodic prowess highlight a brave new voice in what can often be an sterile aesthetic environment.

Domestic Economy bursts with edgy ecstatic electronic pop. A form not only unusual for Editions Mego (actually known for idolising such forms) but somewhat of a scarcity amongst the modern electronic landscape. Beling age, form and movement Domestic Economy is a damn near perfect amalgamation of historical respect and contemporary anxiety wrapped in an exquisite song-form package. Made in Bristol. Published in Wien. Delivered to all brains, like a wayward dream.”

Tracklist:
01. Finlay Shakespeare - Luleå
02. Finlay Shakespeare - Dublin
03. Finlay Shakespeare - Amsterdam
04. Finlay Shakespeare - Pontyclun
05. Finlay Shakespeare - Perris
06. Finlay Shakespeare - Monadnock
07. Finlay Shakespeare - Heston
08. Finlay Shakespeare - Pittville
09. Finlay Shakespeare - Benedict Canyon
10. Finlay Shakespeare - Birmingham
11. Finlay Shakespeare - Christiania