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Stanley, Michael (Band) - 1983 You Can't Fight Fashion


MICHAEL STANLEY BAND - YOU CAN'T FIGHT FASHION (1983, EMI AMERICA)
Michael Stanley - vocals, guitars
Kevein Raleigh - vocals, keyboards
Bob Pelander - keyboards
Danny Powers - guitars
Michael Gismondi - bass
Rick Bell - sax
Tommy Dobeck - drums


Background
This is a case of a band sounding better with each subsequent release, and it seems kinda ironic that their best studio effort meets at the crossroads of that dreaded entity called EMI America. Seems EMI are like a big corporate disease, making their presence felt across the melodic rock landscape. However, MSB step up to the plate and deliver a great set of songs, regardless of the label and circumstances. With 'You Can't Fight Fashion', we see a slick production courtesy of Bob Clearmountain, and the introduction of lead guitarist Danny Powers. Again, the vocals are shared by our Michael, plus the exceptional vocal talent that is Kevin Raleigh. Honestly, this guy is right up there with the best of them. With so many musicians onboard, one would expect a pot pourri of styles, but no, it's straight ahead melodia Cleveland style, though without the Donnie Iris quirks. Lots of keyboards and melodic hooks throughout make it a captivating listen.

The Songs
Mostly, the music is punchy, full, and upbeat. All you need to do is listen to their more popular songs 'Highlife' and the rocked out 'My Town' for a graphic demonstration. But for an even better example try the triumvirate of 'Someone Like You', the fantastic 'How Can You Call This Love' and the album's best moment 'The Damage Is Done', all sung by Kevin Raleigh. Wonderful voice, and a very AORtastic sound a la Preview and Franke And The Knockouts.

In Summary
Most of Stanley's back catalgoue was released on CD by the Razor And Tie label during the early nineties, this one included during 1992. This release includes live versions of 'My Town' and 'Someone Like You'. You will find much of his music very palatable, and most of the EMI America releases are a great addition to your collection.

URL: michaelstanley.com

Track Listing:
01 Hard Time
02 Just Give Me Tonight
03 Someone Like You
04 Highlife
05 My Town
06 The Damage Is Done
07 Fire In The Hole
08 How Can You Call This Love
09 Just How Good (A Bad Woman Feels)
10 My Town (Live)
11 Someone Like You (Live)

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