Despite being unknown in the mainstream, The Chameleons gathered a large cult following and released a trio of albums that many of their fans considered all to be masterpieces and some of the best the 80's had to offer. The Chameleons' influence outweighs their popularity, especially with modern post-punk revival bands such as Interpol and Editors, who often accused of being Joy Division clones when actually owing more of their sound to The Chameleons.
Script of the Bridge, arguably their best album, also shares many similarities with Joy Division. However, the band never merely mimic Joy Division's sound, but instead add enough of their own style to keep their music sounding original and unique. Like Joy Division, The Chameleons used quite simple yet catchy riffs and hypnotic drumming to create a gripping dark atmosphere and add to this style though by bringing in mellow dream pop influences and calming melodies, which gives the album a lighter mood than their fellow mancunians
Script of the Bridge, arguably their best album, also shares many similarities with Joy Division. However, the band never merely mimic Joy Division's sound, but instead add enough of their own style to keep their music sounding original and unique. Like Joy Division, The Chameleons used quite simple yet catchy riffs and hypnotic drumming to create a gripping dark atmosphere and add to this style though by bringing in mellow dream pop influences and calming melodies, which gives the album a lighter mood than their fellow mancunians
Don't Fall
Monkeyland
Up The Down Escalator
Less Than Human
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