This is out of print and Not Lame has the last 13 copies of it. When these are gone, they are gone so do not wait too long! The Stars Explode is the new rock band led by Doug Edmunds, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and founding member of critically acclaimed 90s power pop outfit, Gladhands. Following the untimely demise of that band, Edmunds set to work writing new material in the early oughts but waited for several long years to begin putting his tunes to tape (yes, 1/2-inch tape). Taking a Todd Rundgren/Jon Brion DIY approach, Edmunds tracked the record almost entirely alone at home, layering one part after another, while staying true to the limitations of his 8-track analog format. By summer 2008, he found himself with a bona fide solo album. Doug Edmunds Presents...The Stars Explode reveals a broad range of influences, from the Weller-esque, soulful strains of opener, New Beginnings, to the driving dream pop of Borderline and vintage Bowie-flavored Lost on Planet Love. Edmunds exhibits a strong knack for melody and the memorable hook throughout, while his uncluttered arrangements allow the songs to breathe. "The majority of the songs are upbeat and downright catchy. There are also many layers within each song, but they blend together to form a finely tuned whole that comes across as interesting rather than just noisy. There is something new to discover about the album upon each listen." - The Daily Tarheel. "Led by former Gladhand and all-around nice guy Doug Edmunds, The Stars Explode is all about happy guitars and even happier hooks." -Rick Cornell, The Independent Weekly.
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