Permanence (album)

Permanence is the debut studio album by rock band No Devotion. It was released on 25 September 2015 through Collect Records.

Permanence
Studio album by
No Devotion
Released25 September 2015 (2015-09-25)
Recorded2014–2015
Genre
Length47:32
LabelCollect
Producer
Singles from Permanence
  1. "Stay"
    Released: 1 July 2014
  2. "10,000 Summers"
    Released: 27 October 2014
  3. "Addition"
    Released: 6 July 2015
  4. "Permanent Sunlight"
    Released: 18 August 2015

Background

Following Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins' incarceration for child sex offences, No Devotion was formed.[5] Bassist Stuart Richardson explained that they were unsure "if we would ever make music again or if people would look us in the face. Everything felt like it was over".[5] In April 2014 it was announced that Thursday frontman Geoff Rickly would be working with No Devotion through his own label, Collect Records.[6] Rickley regarded their new material as being influenced by Joy Division, New Order, and The Cure, although he did not speculate whether or not he was going to be joining the band.[6]

A month later, the group confirmed they would be making music with Rickly on vocals as he said they "deserved a second chance".[7] On 1 July, the band released their first single "Stay", with B-side "Eyeshadow".[8] In late July, the band went on a short tour.[8] On 27 October 2014, "10,000 Summers" was released as a single with the B-sides "Only Thing" and the demo version of "10,000 Summers".[9] In early January 2015 it was announced that drummer Luke Johnson had left the band, feeling that he would be unable to fulfill commitments.[10] Matt Tong of Bloc Party filled in on drums to help the band finish recording their debut album.[10] Also in January, the band supported Gerard Way on his tour of the UK.[11]

Stuart Richardson stated in 2019 that the album was written during the period Watkins' trial was going on.[12]

Production

Asked about influences his song writing, Rickly replied with "Film[s and] Novels. I think music is always aching for two things: narrative and visual pacing. The narrative is the job of a good singer or a truly visionary producer. The visual is often overlooked. That's why our album is so design heavy".[13]

Permanence was mixed by Dave Fridmann and produced by Richardson and Alex Newport.

Release

On 30 June 2015, Permanence was announced for release.[14] On 6 July, "Addition" was released as a single.[15] "Addition" was released to radio on 17 August.[16] A day later, "Permanent Sunlight" was released as a single.[17] Permanence was made available for streaming on 21 September.[5] The album was released through Collect Records on 25 September.[14] In October and November, the band went on a tour of Europe.[18]

Reception
Professional ratings
Aggregate scores
SourceRating
Metacritic79/100[19]
Review scores
SourceRating
AbsolutePunk7.8/10[1]
NME3/5[4]
Punknews.org[20]
Sputnikmusic4.5/5[21]
Team Rock(favourable)[22]

Permanence charted in the UK at number 120.[23] "I Wanna Be Your God" was included on Alternative Press's list of "12 new songs you need to hear from September 2015".[24]

Rock Sound reviewer Rob Sayce noted the album's fusion of "shimmering electronic textures with elements of post-punk, psychedelic pop and a hefty dose of gloom."[3] Sayce wrote how Rickly managed to sow together the collection's "various threads with real passion and intensity."[3] Sayce mentioned that those who grew up with The Cure's material "should feel right at home".[3] The album was ranked at number 8 in Alternative Press's "10 Essential Records of 2015" list.[2] Jason Pettigrew of Alternative Press wrote that the album "exceed[ed] fans' and detractors' preconceived notions with equal measures of heart-hitting pop and urbane rock cool."[2] The album was included at number 12 on Rock Sound's top 50 releases of 2015 list.[25] Permanence won Best Album at the 2016 Kerrang! Awards.[26]

Track listing

All songs written by No Devotion.

  1. "Break" – 4:17
  2. "Permanent Sunlight" – 4:36
  3. "Eyeshadow" – 3:50
  4. "Why Can't I Be with You" – 4:00
  5. "I Wanna Be Your God" – 3:58
  6. "Death Rattle" – 2:52
  7. "10,000 Summers" – 4:15
  8. "Night Drive" – 6:03
  9. "Stay" – 4:00
  10. "Addition" – 3:36
  11. "Grand Central" – 5:59

Personnel
No Devotion
  • Geoff Rickly – lead vocals
  • Jamie Oliver – vocals, piano, keyboards, synths
  • Lee Gaze – lead guitar, backing vocals
  • Mike Lewis – rhythm guitar, backing vocals
  • Stuart Richardson – bass guitar, backing vocals
  • Luke Johnson – drums, percussion (tracks 3–5, 7–10 and 11)
Additional musicians
  • Matt Tong – drums, percussion (tracks 1, 2, 4 and 6)

Chart positions
Chart (2015) Peak
position
UK Albums Chart[23] 120
US Billboard 200 33
Scottish Singles and Albums Chart 20
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References
Citations
  1. Jenkins, Jake. "No Devotion - Permanence - Album Review". AbsolutePunk.net. Retrieved 2 October 2015.
  2. Pettigrew 2015, p. 96
  3. Sayce 2015, p. 88
  4. Cooke, Robert (28 September 2015). "4 Albums That May Have Passed You By This Week". NME. Archived from the original on 29 September 2015. Retrieved 29 September 2015.
  5. "No Devotion – Exclusive Album Stream And Track-By-Track Guide". NME. 21 September 2015. Archived from the original on 26 September 2015. Retrieved 26 September 2015.
  6. Carter, Emily (30 April 2014). "Geoff Rickly working with Lostprophets members on new band". Kerrang!. Archived from the original on 28 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  7. Michaels, Sean (1 May 2014). "Lostprophets members reunite to form new band". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 25 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  8. Bychawski, Adam (1 July 2014). "Ex-Lostprophets members announce details of first single as new band No Devotion". NME. Archived from the original on 25 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  9. "10,000 Summers - No Devotion | Release Info". AllMusic. Archived from the original on 28 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  10. "Former Lostprophets drummer quits new band No Devotion". BBC. 9 January 2015. Archived from the original on 28 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  11. Ritchie, Andy (19 December 2014). "No Devotion Have Joined Gerard Way's January Tour". Rock Sound. Archived from the original on 28 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  12. "Ex-Lostprophets Bassist Stuart Richardson Speaks Of The Aftermath Of Being In A Band With Ian Watkins & Beating Him Up On The 'Vans Warped Tour'". The PRP. 2019-12-06. Retrieved 2019-12-18.
  13. Jamieson, Sarah (2 October 2015). "Upbringing: No Devotion". DIY. Archived from the original on 4 October 2015. Retrieved 4 October 2015.
  14. Carter, Emily (1 July 2015). "No Devotion Announce Debut Album, Permanence". Kerrang!. Archived from the original on 28 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  15. "Addition | No Devotion". No Devotion. Archived from the original on 27 September 2015. Retrieved 27 September 2015.
  16. "FMQB Airplay Archive: SubModern Rock". Friday Morning Quarterback Album Report, Incorporated. Archived from the original on 24 April 2013. Retrieved 31 October 2016.
  17. "Permanent Sunlight - No Devotion | Release Info". AllMusic. Archived from the original on 8 March 2017. Retrieved 3 March 2017.
  18. "No Devotion announce new UK live dates". DIY. 18 September 2015. Archived from the original on 4 October 2015. Retrieved 4 October 2015.
  19. "Permanence by No Devotion Reviews and Tracks". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved January 28, 2020.
  20. RENALDO69 (16 September 2015). "No Devotion - Permanence". Punknews.org. Archived from the original on 26 September 2015. Retrieved 26 September 2015.
  21. "Review: No Devotion - Permanence". Sputnikmusic. October 1, 2015. Retrieved January 28, 2020.
  22. Myers, Ben (24 September 2015). "No Devotion: Permanence". Team Rock. Archived from the original on 27 September 2015. Retrieved 26 September 2015.
  23. "CHART: CLUK Update 3.10.2015 (wk40)". zobbel.de. Archived from the original on 25 November 2015. Retrieved 9 October 2015.
  24. Pettigrew, Jason (30 September 2015). "12 new songs you need to hear from September 2015". Alternative Press. Archived from the original on 5 October 2015. Retrieved 5 October 2015.
  25. Bird, ed. 2016, p. 27
  26. "Kerrang! Awards nominations list in full". The Bolton News. 4 May 2016. Archived from the original on 10 August 2016. Retrieved 4 May 2016.
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  • Bird, Ryan, ed. (January 2016). "Top 50 Releases of the Year". Rock Sound. London: Freeway Press Inc. (208). ISSN 1465-0185.
  • Pettigrew, Jason (December 2015). "10 Essential Records of 2015". Alternative Press. Cleveland: Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. (330). ISSN 1065-1667.
  • Sayce, Rob (October 2015). Bird, Ryan (ed.). "Reviews". Rock Sound. London: Freeway Press Inc. (205). ISSN 1465-0185.
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