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Real Power
Rock · 2024 · 11 tracks

Real Power

Gossip's "Real Power" marks a triumphant return after 12 years, delivering electrifying indie rock anthems infused with Beth Ditto's iconic vocals and Rick Rubin's polished production. It's a powerful

March 22, 2024 · Sony Music

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This is the sound of a band reborn, channeling collective and personal trauma into an electrifying, cathartic celebration. "Real Power" pulses with the raw, unapologetic energy Gossip is known for, but now imbued with a seasoned wisdom and a polished sheen courtesy of Rick Rubin. Beth Ditto's voice, as soulful and commanding as ever, guides you through anthemic dance-rock grooves that feel both intimately personal and universally empowering. It's an album that demands to be played loud, a testament to finding strength in vulnerability and joy in the aftermath. Own it for its infectious energy, its lyrical depth, and the sheer power of a band confidently reclaiming their space.

Tracklist · 11 Tracks
01
Act Of God
3:23
02
Real Power
4:16
03
Don't Be Afraid
4:34
04
Crazy Again
3:17
05
Edge of the Sun
3:49
06
Give It Up For Love
2:55
07
Turn The Card Slowly
4:27
08
Tell Me Something
4:08
09
Light It Up
3:06
10
Tough
3:38
11
Peace and Quiet
3:30
Moments Worth Listening For
The explosive, anthemic chorus of a lead single, where Beth Ditto's vocals soar over a driving bassline and shimmering synths, embodying pure triumph.
A mid-album track featuring a more stripped-back, groove-focused verse that gradually builds with layered guitars and percussion before erupting into a powerful, communal singalong.
The unexpected instrumental break in a high-energy track, where the band locks into a tight, infectious rhythm section showcase, demonstrating their renewed chemistry.
A moment of raw vocal vulnerability from Ditto, perhaps in a bridge, before the full band crashes back in with an even greater sense of power and resolve.
Reviews

How does Real Power sound next to the rest of Gossip's catalogue?

Open Field+3.3σ

Open Field saturates this record far more than the artist's norm.

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