- 1984 European Release on RCA Records
"New Sensations" is the 1984 and thirteenth solo album by Lou Reed. When this album was released, critics and listeners alike took note of a change in the songs as being more upbeat and fun than much of Reed's prior work. Lou seemed to have abandoned the often self-destructive lifestyle of a New York rock star and retreated to the New Jersey suburbs.
Just when you thought Lou Reed had settled into middle-aged respectability after the raw grit of 'The Blue Mask,' he throws you a curveball with 'New Sensations.' Released in 1984 on RCA, this European 12" vinyl LP is a sonic cocktail, blending New Wave's synth-pop sheen with Reed's signature lyrical bite.
1984 was a weird year, man. Orwell's dystopia was a no-show, but the Cold War chill was still in the air, and Reaganomics was trickling down like a bad hangover. MTV was the new religion, and pop music was getting slicker than a politician's smile. Reed, ever the contrarian, wasn't about to go quietly into that good night.
'New Sensations' is a curious beast. It's got the synths and drum machines, courtesy of Fred Maher, that were de rigueur in the '80s, but Reed's snarl is still front and center. The album kicks off with the title track, a driving anthem about the thrill of the new, but it's tempered by Reed's world-weary observations. He's still singing about love, loss, and the underbelly of the city, but there's a glimmer of hope amidst the cynicism.
The production, helmed by Reed and Michael Fonfara, is polished but not sterile. It's got that '80s sheen, but it's still got teeth. The guitars, courtesy of Reed and Chuck Hammer, are sharp and angular, cutting through the synth washes like a switchblade. The rhythm section, anchored by Fernando Saunders on bass and Maher on drums, is tight and propulsive, keeping the energy high.
Lyrically, Reed is still exploring the dark corners of the human psyche, but there's a newfound sense of playfulness. 'I Love You, Suzanne' is a bittersweet love song with a killer hook, while 'Turn to Me' is a tender ballad that showcases Reed's vulnerability. But he's not afraid to get political either. 'Doin' the Things That We Want To' is a scathing indictment of conformity, while 'My Red Joystick' is a tongue-in-cheek ode to technology.
'New Sensations' wasn't without its controversies. Some critics accused Reed of selling out, of going soft in his old age. But Reed, ever the provocateur, didn't give a damn. He was still pushing boundaries, still exploring new sounds, still refusing to be pigeonholed.
Recorded at The Power Station in New York City, 'New Sensations' captures the zeitgeist of the '80s, but it's still unmistakably Lou Reed.
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Music Genre: Rock |
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Album Production Information: The album: "LOU REED - New Sensations" was produced by: John Jansen, Lou Reed This album was recorded at: New York Coty |
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Record Label & Catalognr: RCA PL84998 |
Album Packaging: This album "LOU REED - New Sensations" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and photos |
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Media Format: 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
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Year & Country: 1984 Made in Germany |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: LOU REED - New Sensations |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "LOU REED - New Sensations" |
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Dark Grey with Silve RIm Colour RCA PL84998 Record Label Details: ℗ 1984 RCA Records
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