'Cities Of Gold' is the debut album from Sydney Psychedelic-Indie kids Lost Valentinos. They emerged in 2005 as The Valentinos, but had to change their name in 2007 to Lost Valentinos, due to a lawsuit from Bobby & The Valentinos.
In 'Cities Of Gold', Lost Valentinos continue their trademark sound - soaring yet searing synths, strangely macabre falsetto, as well as the occasional congo drum beat. The album seems to have been modelled on maintaining a mystical, cryptic feel, true to Psychedelic-Indie style. The outstanding tracks in my opinion are 'Thief', 'Serio', 'The Bismarck' and 'In The City Of Gold'. Despite the sombre feel throughout all the songs, they are strangely uplifting.
Wisely, the best tracks in this album have already been released as singles, so if you're expecting more one-track wonders, you'll probably be dissatisfied with this album, as the rest of the album can probably be viewed as fillers. However, this is one of those few true album-albums, which sound much more impressive if you listen to them from start to finish. If you're a true fan of Lost Valentinos, this album will not disappoint.
Lost Valentinos - In The City Of Gold
Lost Valentinos - Kafka! (Bag Raiders What Y'all Know 'Bout Seven Remix)
What the hell are Bag Raiders on about with that remix name.
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