T.V. Smith's Explorers - The Last Words Of The Great Explorer
Reviews for TV Smith's Explorers album, The Last Words of the Great Explorer, generally praise the album as a "masterpiece" of intelligent, emotional punk with strong songwriting, particularly highlighting the title track and the political "Tomahawk Cruise". While some mention its dated production and synthesizer-heavy sound from the early 80s, critics and fans note the album's timelessness, infectious melodies, and musical maturity, making it a recommended listen for fans of TV Smith and intelligent punk rock.
After the Adverts expired, Smith formed the Explorers - originally a three-piece, but expanded to a five-piece (including an ex-Doctors of Madness bassist) by the time of their solitary album. Following on from, but vastly improving on the Adverts’ lame second album, The Last Words uses synthesizer and slick musicianship to mold an engaging dance program that benefits from Smith’s strong voice and inventive songwriting. The album contains some superior writing: the title track and "The Unwelcome Guest" both struggle to hem in some of the biggest hooks Smith has ever penned, up there with "Gary Gilmore's Eyes" and later solo single "Third Term." Much better are some of the singles that preceded the LP; it's easier to see how the astute antiwar diatribe "Tomahawk Cruise" made single of the week, for instance. There are touches of Sparks, the Only Ones, new romantics and others; a great record from a gifted performer.
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A2 - The Servant
A3 - Have Fun
A4 - Walk Away
A5 - The Last Words of the Great Explorer
B1 - Imagination
B2 - The Easy Way
B3 - The Unwelcome Guest
B4 - The Perfect Life
Tomahawk Cruise 7''
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A - Tomahawk Cruise
B - See Europe
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