Those familiar with Gorky's swear by their complete mastery of melody - like no other contemporary group, Euros Childs and company are willing to live and die by the strength of their tunes. If this boldness makes them an important band, it also raises the question of whether, six albums into the game, Gorky's are capable of more than just another set of pretty songs. Which is where the sadness comes in. More than any previous Gorky's album, Spanish Dance Troupe comes armed with an emotional purpose. Fiddles mourn, melodies descend and acoustic guitars carefully pluck their way around the spirit of Nick Drake.
Sad songs are here to stay.
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