PET SHOP BOYS Schallplatten & CDs

Notes: Pet Shop Boys' Blu-ray edition of "Nonetheless", features Dolby Atmos and high-resolution stereo mixes of the new PSB album, and the official video for "Loneliness".

Pet Shop Boys release their brand new studio album 'Nonetheless' on Parlophone Records on April 26th 2024.

The album is the duo's first with producer James Ford, who has previously worked with artists including Arctic Monkeys, Depeche Mode, Blur, Gorillaz and Simian Mobile Disco. The album also sees the duo return to Parlophone, the label which released their iconic and massively successful material spanning between 1985 and 2012.

'Nonetheless' features 10 brand new tracks, recorded and mixed in London last year, primarily at James Ford's studio in East London. The orchestra and backing vocals were recorded at The Church studio in North London.

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Review: Coming on a 2CD + Blu-ray is a celebration of the iconic duo's 40th-anniversary tour with a dazzling live performance at Copenhagen's Royal Arena. Recorded in June 2023 as part of their Dreamworld Greatest Hits tour, this show features a career-spanning setlist, all impeccably shot on 14 cameras in crisp 4K and mixed in both stereo and 5.1 surround sound by David and Mike Woolley. From the opening beats of 'Suburbia' to the euphoric finale of 'Being Boring', Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe take fans on a nostalgic journey through their vast catalog. The tracklist reads like a history of synth-pop, including timeless hits like 'West End Girls', 'It's A Sin', 'Heart' and 'Domino Dancing'. Visually and sonically, the concert film promises an immersive experience, showing the band's ability to blend theatrical performance with infectious dance rhythms. The Blu-ray format ensures fans get the full spectacle, enhanced by the meticulous surround sound mix. For both longtime devotees and newcomers, Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live is a fitting tribute to the Pet Shop Boys' enduring influence on pop and dance musicia joyous celebration of four decades of innovative and irresistible tunes.

Review: Few synth-pop acts have captured the elegance, wit, and sheer dancefloor appeal of this UK dance pop duo, and this compilation remains the definitive snapshot of their first five years. Originally released in 1992, this double album compiles 18 of their biggest hits, now reissued on striking blue vinyliis a remarkable album that is full of excellent songs that flow like a no other. The track list reads like a masterclass in electronic pop. From the moody, detached cool of 'West End Girls' to the euphoric satire of 'Opportunities (Let's Make Lots of Money)', the duo's signature mix of sharp social commentary and irresistible melodies is on full display. 'It's a Sin' and 'Always on My Mind' showcase their ability to turn theatrical drama into anthemic dancefloor epics, while 'Domino Dancing' and 'Left to My Own Devices' reveal a Latin-infused, orchestral ambition. The collection also includes 'Where the Streets Have No Name (I Can't Take My Eyes Off You)', a bold, unexpected U2/Frankie Valli mashup and 'Was It Worth It?', a then-new single that closes the album with reflective melancholy. Sonically, the reissue retains the crisp production that made these tracks timeless, while the blue vinyl adds a collector's appeal. More than just a greatest hits album, Discography is an album that gathered their impact in a perfect compilation.

Review: An expanded version of Nonetheless, the legendary electronic pop duo's first release in over a decade. This expanded version of their 15th studio album features not only demos of the original tracks but also four new recordings, including three fresh songs and a cover of 'All The Young Dudes'. Teaming up with producer James Ford, the album combines the straightforward charm of their 1986 debut, Please, with the rich orchestration reminiscent of Behaviour. Opening with the lead single 'Loneliness', Tennant delivers an empowering message to shed isolation and embrace connection. This theme continues in 'Why Am I Dancing?', which reflects on finding joy amid life's chaos. The romantic track 'A New Bohemia' nostalgically yearns for past ideals while advocating for equality and transparency in 'New London Boy'. Overall, Nonetheless celebrates a diverse range of emotions, blending infectious dance tracks with introspective ballads. The result is a compelling album that reinvigorates the Pet Shop Boys' legacy while exploring contemporary themes of hope and connection - and the definitive version is here.

Review: Pet Shop Boys' 15th album, nonetheless, produced by James Ford, brilliantly blends widescreen pop with dance influences. Written during lockdown, it shifts away from pure bangers to a more reflective tone, reminiscent of their earlier work like Behaviour and Elysium. The nostalgic feel begins with the artwork and continues throughout the tracks. 'Loneliness' starts the album, growing in appeal with each listen. 'Feel,' a heartfelt romantic track, and 'Why Am I Dancing,' originally for their forthcoming musical, showcase Neil Tennant's expressive vocals and Chris Lowe's signature production touches. 'New London Boy' reflects on past experiences with both sadness and joy, featuring Tennant's return to rapping. 'Dancing Star,' about Rudolph Nureyev's defection, fits better within the album's context than as a single. An orchestral presence adds elegance to the production. The hi-energy of the first half transitions to a more subdued second half, with standout tracks like 'A New Bohemia' and the quirky 'The Schlager Hit Parade.' 'The Secret of Happiness' is a stunning, 60s-tinged epic, reminiscent of a James Bond theme. The album concludes with 'Bullet for Narcissus' and 'Love Is The Law,' maintaining the duo's unique flair. nonetheless no doubt reaffirms Pet Shop Boys' place in pop, oozing class and confidence.

Review: Dance pop's dynamic duo Pet Shop Boys bring out their 15th studio album Nonetheless, still showing that the group has what it takes to keep their fans wanting more. Neil's songwriting is clever and to the point, as always, and, expressive as ever, he croons about love that is lost, jealousy and excess. Chris Lowe's underrated ability to make techno pop is always the underlying reason for this band continuing on. Together, in perfect harmony, they can hit anthemic peaks like in their lead single 'Loneliness'. The band's ability to update the disco sound and infuse it into today's dance music trends is where they shine.

Review: Pet Shop Boys have so much respect for what they have done in dance music over the past 40 years. The best-selling duo in UK sales history in fact. Their 15th album in total and first in four years, Nonetheless will his shelves in late April of 2024. If the lead single 'Loneliness' is any indication, we expect a powerful blend of post-disco and pop dance music that should bring original fans many enjoyable listens. Their ability to create strong anthems that balance introspective ballads that always feature beautiful string arrangements is something no one can do better. We can't wait for the opportunity to listen to this in full. This Deluxe edition features an additional CD featuring new recordings of four of the best known PSB tracks - 'Heart', 'Being Boring', 'It's A Sin' and their cover of the Elvis classic 'Always On My Mind'.

Review: The Pet Shop Boys' latest album arrives four years after their last release and is their 15th album in total, and as you'd expect from a pair who've been honing their craft for a good 40 years with no sign of any let up, it's packed with excellence. Sublime pop rubs shoulders with throbbing dance anthems and terrific, more introspective pieces, and - like on its first single, 'Loneliness' - you sometimes get a bit of all of them wrapped up into one. Superlative quality music from pop's elder statesmen.

Review: Has there been a more consistently on-point pop outfit than the Pet Shop Boys? They've certainly released plenty of killer singles over the course of their 40-year career, as this fresh singles collection proves. 'Smash' boasts remastered versions of every single they've released since signing to EMI in 1985 - from 'West End Girls' to 'I Don't Wanna', and everything in between - over three CDs. This version also boasts two Blu-ray discs: one that features all 50 of their videos (and they're often masterpieces in their own right), and a second featuring rare and lesser-seen videos, including 'extended versions' created to accompany the 12" versions of 'Go West', 'Domino Dancing' and 'Paninaro'. Simply essential, even for casual fans.

Review: Although some listeners stopped paying attention after the early 90s, the Pet Shop Boys have continued to make top-notch pop music, much of it rooted in their collective love of dance music. 'Smash', their third 'greatest hits' retrospective, offers extensive proof of this assertion. Across three discs, we're treated to every single released so far by the iconic synth-pop duo over their close to 40-year career. Yes, the familiar favourites are all present, but also lesser-celebrated gems from the past two decades including fan favourites such as 'Monkey Business' (with its cheery evocation of 1970s disco), 'The Pop Kids' (a deliberately nostalgic affair that will appeal to those who got into them back in the day) and the second Iraq War-era 'I'm With Stupid'.