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Impurity (New Model Army album)

by New Model Army

Released: September 24, 1990

Rock, post-punk, folk rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

This album marked a transitional period for the band, as it was their first without bassist Jason Harris, who was replaced by Peter Nice, also known as "Nelson." Additionally, "Impurity" was New Model Army's final studio album with EMI. "Impurity" is a studio album by the British rock band New Model Army, released in 1990. Musically, "Impurity" continued the band's exploration into the territory they began to delve into with their previous album, "Thunder and Consolation" (1989).

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Interesting Facts

The album featured the collaborative efforts of violinist…

The album featured the collaborative efforts of violinist Ed Alleyne-Johnson, whose presence added a distinctive layer to their sound.

Guitar work on the album was contributed by…

Guitar work on the album was contributed by Adrian Portas, further enriching the band's musical palette.

The album's blend of rock, folk influences, and…

The album's blend of rock, folk influences, and socially conscious lyrics resonated with their fan base, solidifying New Model Army's reputation for thoughtful and provocative music during this phase of their career.

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Reception

Upon its release, "Impurity" achieved moderate commercial success, reaching number 23 on the UK albums chart in October 1990.

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The Complete Album Story

"Impurity" is a studio album by the British rock band New Model Army, released in 1990. This album marked a transitional period for the band, as it was their first without bassist Jason Harris, who was replaced by Peter Nice, also known as "Nelson." Additionally, "Impurity" was New Model Army's final studio album with EMI.

Musically, "Impurity" continued the band's exploration into the territory they began to delve into with their previous album, "Thunder and Consolation" (1989). The album featured the collaborative efforts of violinist Ed Alleyne-Johnson, whose presence added a distinctive layer to their sound. Guitar work on the album was contributed by Adrian Portas, further enriching the band's musical palette.

Upon its release, "Impurity" achieved moderate commercial success, reaching number 23 on the UK albums chart in October 1990. The album's blend of rock, folk influences, and socially conscious lyrics resonated with their fan base, solidifying New Model Army's reputation for thoughtful and provocative music during this phase of their career.