A Renewed Interest in Happiness

In a year of stellar pop comebacks (Take That, All Saints, 5ive), it is now the turn of one of Ireland's most recognisable bands to make their return to the spotlight. Best-known for 90s hits like After All, This is not a Song and Fashion Crisis Hits New York, The Frank and Walters are back with their first studio album in six years; A Renewed Interest in Happiness. Anyone familiar with recent single Miles and Miles, or indeed any of the band's previous work, will know what to expect. One could be forgiven for thinking that, in six years away from the studio, the Frank and Walters might have revolutionised their sound. But instead they have returned with more of the same.

That is not to say that this is a bad or boring album, it's just nothing new. It is full of the band's distinctive laid back guitars, catchy melodies and simple but insightful lyrics. The verdict is simple: if you like the Frank and Walters buy this album. If you don't like them, well, don't.

By: Jen Flewett