album · March 13, 1983
The Sin of Pride
BMG Rights Management (UK) Ltd.See this day
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Recorded at Olympic Studios and featuring production by Mike Thorne, "The Sin of Pride" saw The Undertones moving beyond their signature punk sound into a more sophisticated, R&B-influenced territory. This album marked their final release with the original lineup.
- The album was recorded at Olympic Studios in Barnes, London, and produced by Mike Thorne.
- Upon its release, "The Sin of Pride" reached number 71 on the UK Albums Chart.
- The album was the band's third and final studio album released on the Arista label.
The Undertones were a punk rock band from Derry, Northern Ireland, known for their energetic live shows and catchy, melodic songs. Emerging in the late 1970s, they became a key act in the second wave of UK punk, capturing teenage angst with a pop sensibility. At the time of "The Sin of Pride," the band was experiencing internal tensions and considering their future, with this album marking a shift towards a more mature, less overtly youthful sound.
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