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1979’s self-titled debut release from the California band the Motels comes across as what a less pretentious Doors might have sounded like had they emerged during the new wave era. The Motels is a fairly cold, almost robotic affair which trades in lyrics that explore the darker side of life in Los Angeles. There are a few tracks that bear repeated listens like the frantic “Kix” and “Celia,” a warning to a woman involved with the wrong guy. “Total Control,” a big hit for the band in Australia and later covered by Tina Turner, is the album’s standout with its menacing lyrics of possession delivered by Martha Davis. She is the one consistently redeeming attraction of this dated record. Although she tends to over-sing at times, Davis is a riveting and sensual vocalists and her vocals hint at the potential in the band.
- Tom Demalon, All Music Guide
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Release Date :01/01/1979
Format :Audio CD
UPC :077774844529
Label :Capitol
List Price :9.98
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After years of working the L.A. circuit, THE
MOTELS were finally offered a record deal with Capitol
Records in May of 1979. The group recorded the tunes that
help create their local L.A. cult following, and by
September of that same year, their debut album, entitled
simply “Motels,” became a staple on FM Radio in the
U.S., and by January of 1980, the band had a Top 10
gold hit with “Total Control” in Australia. Featuring
the guitar genius of Jeff Jourard, the sensual
saxophone workings of his brother Marty, and the seductive
vocals of Martha Davis, the album is a must for any
serious rock fan. “Kix,” “Atomic Cafe,” “Celia,” and
“Anticipating” are just some of the highlights of this
well-performed and well-produced album.THE MOTELS (1979-1980
line-up)Martha Davis (vocals, guitar)Jeff Jourard (lead
guitar)Marty Jourard (keyboards/saxophone)Brian Glasscock
(drums)Michael Goodroe (bass)album produced by: John CarterTHE
MOTELS FANS
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