The Lords Of The New Church - Like A Virgin
Review by Samuel Oluwaseun Oluwadamilare
The Lords of the New Church's second album, Like a Virgin, was released in 1985 and received mixed reviews. The album features a mix of punk, goth, and new wave influences, with a heavy emphasis on dark, moody lyrics and atmospheric production.
Some critics praised the album for its adventurous spirit and willingness to experiment with different sounds and styles. The opening track, "Method to Our Madness," is a standout, featuring a catchy guitar riff and a driving beat that sets the tone for the rest of the record.
Other tracks, such as "Portobello," "Li'l Boys Play with Dolls," and "Dance with Me," showcase the band's ability to craft memorable hooks and anthemic choruses, while still maintaining their edgy, rebellious edge.
However, some reviewers felt that the album lacked cohesion and focus, with too many disparate elements vying for attention. The cover of Madonna's "Like a Virgin" was a particular point of contention, with some critics praising the band's boldness in taking on such an iconic pop song, while others felt that it was a misstep that detracted from the overall quality of the album.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Method To My Madness (New U.S. Remix) | 3:16 | |
| Method To My Madness | 3:46 | |
| Like A Virgin | 3:46 | |
| Gun Called Justice | 3:36 | |
| Dreams And Desire | 4:15 |
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Catalog Numbers
- ILSA 6224
- ILSA 6224, A-6224
- ILS A 12.6224
- A 12.6224
Labels
- I.R.S. Records
- Illegal Records
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Formats
- Vinyl
- 7"
- Single
- 12"
- 45 RPM
- Maxi-Single
- Stereo
- Promo
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Distributed By | CBS Records |
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | International Record Syndicate, Inc. |
| Copyright (c) | International Record Syndicate, Inc. |
| Published By | Warner Bros. Music Ltd. |
| Produced At | Guerilla Studios |
| Produced For | Rock Steady Productions |
| Manufactured By | Discos CBS, S.A., Madrid |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Producer | Lords, The |
| Written-By | B. Steinberg (tracks: A), James (tracks: AA), Tregunna (tracks: AA2), Turne (tracks: AA2), Bators (tracks: AA), T. Kelly (tracks: A) |
Notes
- Like A Virgin is a cover of Madonnas hit song from 1984.
- (P) & (C) 1985 I.R.S., Inc.
- Made in Holland. Distribution CBS Records.
- BIEM/STEMRA
- LC 7014
- Made in Holland. Distribution CBS Records / CBS Discques S.A.
- ILSA 6224 Category on the labels.
- A-6224 Category on the front and back sleeve.
- ℗ 1985, 1983 (AA2) I.R.S. Records, Inc. / © 1985 I.R.S. Records, Inc./ Made in Holland / Distribution CBS Records/CBS Disques S.A.
Barcodes
- Label Code: LC 7014
- Rights Society: BIEM
- Rights Society: STEMRA
- Other: CB 111
- Label Code (Back cover): LC 7014
- Label Code (Labels): LC-7014
- Rights Society: BIEM/STEMRA
- Price Code (Boxed): CB 181
- Matrix / Runout (Label side A): 24-126224-1
- Matrix / Runout (Label side B): 24-126224-2
- Matrix / Runout (Runout side A): 24-126224-1-A-1 A
- Matrix / Runout (Runout side B): 24-126224-1-B-1 A
About The Lords Of The New Church
Name Vars
- Lords
- Lords And The New Church
- Lords Of New Church
- The Lords
- The Lords Of The New Church
Members
- Stiv Bators
- Dave Tregunna
- Nicky Turner
- Danny Fury
- Grant Fleming
- Jez Miller
- Mark Taylor
- Ozzie
- Adam Wm. Becvar
- Steven Marque
- Brian Robertson
- Steve Murray
r.i.p Mr Bator : (