Modern English is perhaps most well-known for their early 80’s mega-hit “I Melt With You” – one of those classic songs to which nearly everyone knows the lyrics and melody. Formed in 1979 in Colchester, Essex (England), the band recorded five studio albums and several memorable singles (including “I Melt With You”, “Hands Across the Sea” and “Ink and Paper”) through 1990 before taking a pause. The musical style across those five albums varied significantly – from the raw, post-punk Mesh and Lace (1981) to the catchy, polished and commercially-oriented Ricochet Days (1984).
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In addition to the musical style, “Take Me to the Trees” demonstrates a few other returns to the band’s roots. Throughout the mid-80’s, Modern English was signed to UK independent label 4AD Records, whose legendary in-house graphic designer, Vaughan Oliver (23 Envelope) was responsible for creating the visual side of the band, producing album and single sleeves and labels that are stunning works of art in themselves. For “Take Me to the Trees”, the album artwork is once again designed by Vaughan Oliver. If you’re a fan of 4AD/v23/Vaughan Oliver’s graphic design, do yourself a favor and buy the 180g coloured vinyl version this album. The artwork is brilliant – nothing but the best from this artistic genius. On the musical side, the album was co-produced by Martyn Young (of former 4AD bands Colourbox and M/A/R/R/S).
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