The Bates' 2000 album "2nd Skin" offered a more polished, albeit still raw, iteration of their signature sound. The release saw them exploring slightly more melodic territories while retaining their punk edge.
- "2nd Skin" was released on June 1, 2000, by Virgin Records. The album was produced by John Cornfield, known for his work with bands like Muse and Oasis. It did not chart on the UK Albums Chart.
- The album was the band's third full-length studio release. It followed their 1999 album "The Magnificent Seven".
- The Bates disbanded in 2001, making "2nd Skin" one of their final works.
The Bates were a British band known for their energetic punk rock sound. They were active in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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