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The Coral: Don't Think You're The First
This wasn't what I'd normally expect as a trailblazer for a second LP. Instead of a flame lettered statement of intent written across the sky, this is more like writing “Wash me” on the back of a white van. Boring.
Recent claims that they want to move away from their spontaneous vibe toward a more “organic, acoustic vibe” seemed to confirm my worst fears. This track could do with a firework wedged firmly between it’s arse cheeks. As usual with The Coral there’s a strong Mersey beat vibe with a bit of Madness lobbed on top. But this effort summons up words like mild, diet, VH1 and semolina; and phrases like “not tonight, dear” and “I’ll just put my feet up for a minute”.
'Don’t Think You’re The First' crosses that fine line between Herman's Hermits and The La's, and that line was put there for a reason.
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The Coral - Don't Think You're The First
well i adore the new single; it's a beautiful lovesong, subtle but with those trademark coral flourishes that go where you aren't expecting them to. great lyrics, too.
but anyway, the coral gig from washington dc tonite is being webcast live on the coralusa.com website, 8.45pm east coast time.-
Re: The Coral - Don't Think You're The First
Who let The Coral in the Top 10?-
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yeah man, number 8! higher than justin timberlake!
ps another coral webcast gig monday 10th march, from chicago! go to the coralusa.com website for details-
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but 'cry me a river' wasn't a new entry. bo!-
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This is a truly, truly awful song.-
The Coral - Don't Think You're The First
fuckin amazing song -
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Still, think this is awful?
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