10cc – Deceptive Bends (1977) [Japanese SHM-SACD 2014] [SACD / Mercury – UIGY-9567]

Title: 10cc – Deceptive Bends (1977) [Japanese SHM-SACD 2014]
Genre: Rock
Format: SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

After Kevin Godley and Lol Creme left 10cc in 1976, Eric Stewart and Graham Gouldman continued as a duo with drummer Paul Burgess. Their 1977 album Deceptive Bends defied expectations, delivering a strong collection of lush, witty pop songs. While less eccentric than earlier 10cc works, it compensates with catchy, well-crafted tracks. The hit “Good Morning Judge” blends a funky pop sound with a humorous tale of a career criminal. “The Things We Do for Love” is a Beatles-inspired hit showcasing 10cc’s vocal harmony mastery. “People in Love,” a straightforward ballad with lush strings, became a modest chart success. Non-hit tracks like “Marriage Bureau Rendezvous” and “You’ve Got a Cold” offer catchy hooks and clever arrangements. “Marriage Bureau Rendezvous” satirizes dating services, while “You’ve Got a Cold” pairs misery with a lively melody. The closing medley “Feel the Benefit” falters due to its length and vague lyrics but is redeemed by a catchy mock-Spanish section. Deceptive Bends is 10cc’s finest post-Godley and Creme album, ideal for fans of Sheet Music or The Original Soundtrack.

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Tracklist:

01. Good Morning Judge
02. The Things We Do For Love
03. Marriage Bureau Rendezvous
04. People In Love
05. Modern Man Blues
06. Honeymoon With B Troop
07. I Bought A Flat Guitar Tutor
08. You’ve Got A Cold
09. Feel The Benefit: Reminisce And Speculate / “A” Latin Break / Feel The Benefit
10. Hot To Trot
11. Don’t Squeeze Me Like Toothpaste
12. I’m So Laid Back, I’m Laid Out

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