Side A 1. Go Go 2. Hurricane 3. Somewhere 4. Think Of Me 5. Love Me Lies 6. Tonight Side B 1. Here Come The Misunderstood 2. The Dream Is Gone 3. For Now And Forever 4. Unbeliever 5. Far Away 6. Go Go
The Prisoners • Thewisermiserdemelza LP (Transparent Orange Vinyl)
Released in 1983, The Prisoners’ second album, Thewisermiserdemelza, captures the Medway band's distinctive blend of British R&B, 1960s garage rock, and emerging psychedelia. Led by Graham Day's vocals and guitar, with Jamie Taylor's organ and piano adding a rich, swirling edge, the album finds the group expanding their sound while retaining the raw energy that made them favourites among garage-rock devotees.
From the driving urgency of “Hurricane”, “Somewhere” and “Love Me Lies” to the more atmospheric “Tonight”, the album balances punchy garage-rock attacks with more melodic and psychedelic moments. Allan Crockford's bass and Johnny Symons' drums provide a solid rhythmic foundation, while Phil Chevron's production gives the songs a more considered sound than the band's debut. This reissue also includes “Go Go” at the end of Side B, as well as opening Side A with the same track.
This 180-gram transparent orange vinyl edition is a colourful addition to any collection of mod revival, garage rock and psychedelic sounds. Whether you're revisiting a key release from the Medway scene or discovering The Prisoners for the first time, Thewisermiserdemelza delivers sharp songwriting, Hammond-led atmosphere and plenty of British garage-rock character.
