NEW MATH Schallplatten & CDs

Review: New Math's They Walk Among You [Remastered + Expanded] is a triumphant return of a cult classic from the early '80s. Originally released in 1981 on 415 Records, the EP has been newly remastered and expanded with six bonus tracks, including three studio outtakes and three live recordings from Rochester's legendary Scorgies club in 1983. Formed in Rochester, NY, in 1976, New Math quickly became a staple of the local underground scene, opening for iconic bands like The Ramones, The Psychedelic Furs, and The Cramps. With They Walk Among You, the band shifted from their power-pop roots to a darker, goth-tinged sound, blending post-punk atmospheres with psychedelic undertones. The title track, 'They Walk Among You,' has been a favorite among DJs and indie fans for years, and this reissue breathes new life into its haunting allure. The bonus tracks, including the lost cuts 'Dead of Night' and 'Two Tongues,' along with live covers like 'Hit Her Wid De Axe,' showcase New Math's range and energy.

Review: The goth-tinged, psychedelic new wave indie classic TheY Walk Among You from Rochester, NY outfit New Math is back on wax and newly remastered. The band's 1981 debut EP has been newly expanded with six bonus tracks: three studio outtakes and three live recordings from Rochester's Scorgies in 1983. The title track has long captivated DJs and 80s indie fans, and this reissue, originally released on Howie Klein's 415 Records and distributed by Columbia, is a must-have as a result The original EP, now out of print, comes after the 2023 compilation "Die Trying & Other Hot Sounds," for which New Math reunited and re-recorded their lost repertoire.