The Nils is a legendary name in punk circles in Montreal, and Canada more broadly. The band formed by Alex Soria in 1978 managed a couple of EPs, an album, and a best of, but this was enough to cement their status as Montreal’s best punk band of the 80s, and it landed them a Brave New Waves session in 1988 that is equally legendary.
Groups as diverse as the Goo-Goo Dolls, Meat Puppets, and Bob Mould cite the Nils as influences, and despite their underground status, the band did tour America at least seven times in the 80s, before their label, Profile Records, went bankrupt. Ultimately, their debut self-titled album sold over 50,000 copies and was recommended in Rolling Stone. The band’s brand of punk meets power-pop won over tons of fans. They even released a comeback album in 2015 that was well received and covered by NOW Magazine, La Presse, the Montreal Gazette, and Exclaim! The Nils’ Brave New Waves session was recorded on March 5th, 1988 in CBC Studio 13 in Montreal. The recording is taken from CBC Archives reels and remastered at Grey Market Mastering in Montreal, by Harris Newman.
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released October 13, 2017
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a Great Way Getting Back In Time With Slow's Great 80's Music
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this album made me feel nostalgic for memories that never existed😭 the name of the album compliments the sound of the album very well. keep up the great work.
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It's uncanny just how good Actors is at emulating that Post-Punk synth sound from my younger days.
Each listen just gets better and better. I feel slightly ashamed for not having heard this album until a few short days ago. modestwriggles
Ezra Tenenbaum's home recordings get new life with bass, drums, and guest vocals by Jenny Lewis on the first single "High Flying Faith." Bandcamp New & Notable Sep 26, 2016