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| Details / Tracklist: |
 01. "Ghouls" 02. "Let's see it" 03. "After hours" 04. "Lethal enforcer" 05. "Impatience" 06. "Tonight" 07. "Spoken for" 08. "Altered beast" 09. "Chick lit" 10. "Dinosaurs" 11. "That's what counts"
12. "Keine Titelinformation (Data Track)"
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 | | Description: | UK pressing of the 2008 sophomore album from the Brooklyn trio, the follow-up to their hit album with Love And Squalor. The band spent 2007 at weight-loss camps, alcoholics' dry-out facilities, and a race car school, yet also found time to pen, record and road-test this sophomore offering. If WAS's first album had been far, far better than it was, and of a far more mature style, and if they had then released a limp, unenjoyable second record, and if Brain Thrust Mastery were actually their third album, it would be hailed as a "return to form", as "equal to - in many ways an improvement on - the monumental debut". Virgin. 2008.Issued in a clear tray jewel case with a 8-page booklet containing credits and photos. Includes enhanced part with the link to exclusive content (now defunct).
Published by Sony/ATV Tunes LLC/Somewhat Neat Publishing Company (ASCAP) except tracks 2, 3, 9 & 10 published by Sony/ATV Tunes LLC/HEVVY COAR (ASCAP).
? &© 2008 Virgin Records Ltd.
Made in the EU. [disc]
Printed in the EU. [back cover]
Times from "Exact Audio Copy"."Brain Thrust Mastery" is the second studio album by the indie rock band We Are Scientists, presented here on CD and released under the renowned Virgin label. The record captures the band in a phase of confident evolution: sharp guitar hooks, precise rhythms and catchy, sing-along choruses merge with a more polished, expansive production than on their earlier work. Lyrically, the album balances dry, self-aware humor with moments of genuine emotional clarity, making it equally suitable for focused listening and repeated, casual spins. The tracklist moves fluidly from danceable, uptempo songs to moodier, more atmospheric pieces, giving the album a coherent arc that still leaves room for surprises. "Brain Thrust Mastery" is aimed at listeners who appreciate intelligent indie rock that combines immediacy with subtle depth, fitting comfortably alongside bands from the mid-2000s guitar-driven wave while maintaining its own identity.
We Are Scientists, formed in the early 2000s, built their reputation on nervy, melodic indie rock and a distinctive mix of wit and emotional candor. They gained widespread attention with their breakthrough album "With Love and Squalor", whose energetic singles and relentless touring schedule earned them a loyal international following and high-profile festival appearances. Known for their tight, hook-laden songwriting and engaging live shows, the band have steadily refined their sound from raw, punchy beginnings toward a more nuanced, sophisticated style, as reflected on "Brain Thrust Mastery". Their work resonates particularly with fans of clever guitar pop who value both memorable melodies and lyrical personality.
Virgin, the label behind this release, has long been one of the most recognizable names in the music industry, associated with a broad roster of influential artists across rock, pop and beyond. Over the decades, Virgin has been known for supporting innovative, often genre-defining acts and for pairing strong artistic identities with professional, far-reaching distribution. A release on Virgin typically stands for solid production standards, careful packaging and international availability--factors that help albums like "Brain Thrust Mastery" reach a wide audience of dedicated fans and curious new listeners alike. On CD, this edition offers the classic album experience, ideal for collectors and anyone who values a tangible music library. | | | No. of tracks: |
12 |
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5213220 |
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