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Drunk Tank Pink is the second studio album by the English rock band Shame, released in 2021 through Dead Oceans. Produced by James Ford, it expands the band's post-punk foundation with angular guitars, irregular rhythms, and more varied arrangements than its debut, Songs of Praise. Its lyrics address isolation, anxiety, strained relationships, and the pressures surrounding the band's early success, making it a record aimed at listeners of contemporary British post-punk and art rock.
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What genre of music is the album Drunk Tank Pink by Shame?
*Drunk Tank Pink* is a post-punk album known for its darker, more expansive soundscapes compared to the band's debut. It blends aggressive guitar-driven rock with introspective elements typical of the modern UK post-punk scene.
When was Shame's album Drunk Tank Pink released?
The album was released in early 2021 as the English band's second studio album. It arrived a few years after their highly acclaimed 2018 debut record, *Songs of Praise*.
What is the meaning behind the title Drunk Tank Pink?
The title refers to "Baker-Miller pink," a specific shade of pink that was famously rumored to have calming effects and was used to paint prison holding cells. The band uses this concept to explore themes of mental health, isolation, and sensory deprivation.
What record label released Shame's Drunk Tank Pink?
The 2021 album was released through Dead Oceans, an independent American label known for hosting other prominent indie and post-punk acts. This partnership helped propel the album up the UK Albums Chart upon its release.
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