The Union (The Union album)
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The Union is the eponymous debut album by The Union
, the English rock band formed by ex-Thunder
guitarist Luke Morley
and Peter Shoulder (formerly of Winterville). It was released on 23 August 2010 and features, on a bonus DVD, the band's first concert, at the Garage in London from December 2009.
reviewed the album on August 8, calling it "a collaboration which benefits from a perfect pairing of youth and experience" and noting that it "could well be the album of their collective careers".
Music News noted that the "critically acclaimed release" was "a very modern take on classic styles", featuring "impeccable songwriting" and "uniquely powerful and emotive vocals".
and Peter Shoulder, except where noted.
The Union (band)
The Union are an English rock band formed in 2009 by Luke Morley, ex-guitarist for Thunder, and Peter Shoulder, formerly of Winterville.-Formation and The Union:...
, the English rock band formed by ex-Thunder
Thunder (band)
Thunder were an English hard rock band, who originally formed in 1989 when the band Terraplane broke up, leaving lead singer Danny Bowes and guitarist/main songwriter Luke Morley to form a new group, namely Thunder...
guitarist Luke Morley
Luke Morley
Luke Morley is the lead guitarist and co-songwriter for the rock band The Union. From 1989 to 2009 he was the guitarist, chief songwriter and producer for the hard rock band Thunder...
and Peter Shoulder (formerly of Winterville). It was released on 23 August 2010 and features, on a bonus DVD, the band's first concert, at the Garage in London from December 2009.
Reception
BBCBBC
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reviewed the album on August 8, calling it "a collaboration which benefits from a perfect pairing of youth and experience" and noting that it "could well be the album of their collective careers".
Music News noted that the "critically acclaimed release" was "a very modern take on classic styles", featuring "impeccable songwriting" and "uniquely powerful and emotive vocals".
Track listing
All tracks written by Luke MorleyLuke Morley
Luke Morley is the lead guitarist and co-songwriter for the rock band The Union. From 1989 to 2009 he was the guitarist, chief songwriter and producer for the hard rock band Thunder...
and Peter Shoulder, except where noted.
Personnel
- Peter Shoulder - lead vocals, guitar, piano, Hammond organ, banjo, slamming door
- Luke MorleyLuke MorleyLuke Morley is the lead guitarist and co-songwriter for the rock band The Union. From 1989 to 2009 he was the guitarist, chief songwriter and producer for the hard rock band Thunder...
- vocals, guitar, harmonica, percussion, additional engineering - Chris ChildsChris Childs (bassist)Chris Childs is an English bass player who was a member of the hard rock band Thunder from 1996 to 1999 and again from 2002 to 2009....
- bass guitar - Phil MartiniPhil MartiniPhil Martini is a London-based rock drummer. He was a member of heavy rock band Tokyo Dragons until September 2008.After their split he joined The Quireboys, for two years....
- drums
- Chrisse G and Emily Ambros - additional backing vocals on "This Time Next Year"
- Patrick Arbuthnot - pedal steel guitar on "Saviour"
- Steve Penny and Angie Jenkison - handclaps on "Holy Roller"