"Neil Hannon, from The Divine Comedy, expresses his dislike for modern pop music due to its grating, brain-numbing vocal effects that leave him feeling nauseous."
Neil Hannon's New Divine Comedy Album Recorded at Iconic Abbey Road Studios
In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Neil Hannon, better known as The Divine Comedy, revealed details about his latest album, titled "Rainy Sunday Afternoons". The album was recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in a mere 10 days, using microphones from the 1950s and 1960s and an old mixing desk.
Hannon expressed his admiration for the history and atmosphere of Abbey Road Studios, mentioning that he felt a connection to the studio's past, having seen photos of artists like Shirley Bassey there.
The new album, the 13th under the Divine Comedy banner, was recorded in a way that harks back to the old-school methods of music production, a stark contrast to the modern trend of creating records inside a computer.
Hannon, who composed the music for the popular 1990s TV series Father Ted, did not shy away from expressing his dislike for modern pop music, calling it "rancid". However, he did admit that he might be old and jaded, contributing to his dislike.
Despite this, Hannon suggested that there are alternative genres with more energy and spunk in the current pop music scene. He also mentioned that he does not actively seek out new acts on the internet, preferring to discover music that he enjoys.
During the interview, Hannon discussed his new album, his work on the sitcom Father Ted, and his experience composing film music. He also spoke about his appreciation for Wham!, expressing that he did not realise how good they were when he was younger.
Hannon did not mention any specific involvement of musical legends like John Lennon or Syd Barrett in the recording of the new Divine Comedy album. The album's release date has yet to be announced.
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