The Sha La La's - Soul Of The Nation

Review by Ashu Ashwani

Soul Of The Nation by The Sha La La's: A Retro Groove That Sticks Let’s get one thing straight—when you press play on Soul Of The Nation, it feels like stepping into a time machine with a busted dial. One moment, you're vibing to some raw '70s soul; the next, you’re bouncing off the walls to punchy power pop beats. Released in 2014 by UK legends The Sha La La's, this album is an absolute gem for anyone who digs rock, funk, and mod vibes all mashed together. It’s not perfect, but man, does it pack a punch. The first track that really grabs you by the collar is "Bring It Down On You." Holy smokes, this tune hits hard. The guitar riffs are sharp enough to cut glass, while the vocals have this gritty, lived-in quality that makes you wanna belt out the lyrics even if you don’t know ‘em yet. There’s something about the way the chorus explodes—it’s like they took all their frustration, hopes, and dreams, shoved ‘em into three minutes of pure energy, and said, “Here, deal with this.” I found myself humming it days later, which is always a good sign. Then there’s "When Love Comes." This one sneaks up on ya. At first listen, it seems sweet and simple—like those lazy Sunday mornings when nothing else matters—but then the harmonies kick in, and suddenly you’re hit with this wave of nostalgia for moments you haven’t even lived yet. It’s tender without being sappy, soulful without trying too hard. And damn, the bassline? Smooth as butter. If this song doesn’t make you want to slow dance under fairy lights, check your pulse—you might be dead. What’s wild is how these tracks—and the whole album, honestly—feel both timeless and fresh at the same time. Credit goes to Robinson (who wrote the whole shebang) for crafting tunes that sound like they could’ve been pulled from decades past but still slap in 2023. Props also to Detour Records and Paisley Archive for putting this baby out into the world. They didn’t reinvent the wheel here, but they sure gave it a shiny new coat of paint. If I’m being real, though, what sticks with me most isn’t just the music itself—it’s the vibe. Listening to Soul Of The Nation feels like hanging out with old friends you haven’t seen in years. Familiar, warm, maybe a little rough around the edges, but exactly what you need right now. Weirdly enough, the instrumental mixes of the title track remind me of staring out a train window, watching fields blur by. Maybe that’s just me, though. So yeah, if you’re looking for an album that’ll light up your speakers and give your heart a nudge, grab this one. Just don’t blame me if you end up spinning it nonstop. Oh, and here’s the kicker—I bet The Sha La La's would crush live shows. Too bad I wasn’t around in 2014 to see ‘em. Guess I’ll have to settle for cranking this record till my neighbors complain.

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Artist: The Sha La La's
Album: Soul Of The Nation

2019

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Your Blind Soul
(Keep On) Takin' Us Higher
Soul Of The Nation (Instrumental)
Soul Of The Nation
Hold On
Before I Let You Down Again
When Love Comes
Put It Right
Bring It Down On You
Soul Of The Nation (Instrumental Mix)
You've Got Me (Wantin')

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The Sha La la's - When Love Comes

The Sha la Las- Before I Let You Down Again

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Catalog Numbers

DRLP081
PA036

Labels

Detour Records
Paisley Archive, Detour Records

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Formats

Vinyl
LP
Compilation
Limited Edition
White
Test Pressing
White Label
7"
45 RPM
Single

Companies

Role	Company
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Detour Records
Copyright (c)	Detour Records
Manufactured By	AGR Manufacturing
Pressed By	GZ Media
Published By	Tandiz Music Ltd

Credits

Role	Credit
Written-By	Robinson

Notes

Limited to 100 copies on white vinyl, & comes with free cd and download card.
This is a compilation of all the bands 7" single releases on Detour Records, A & B sides all on one 10 track LP.
WWW.AGRM.CO.UK = AGR Manufacturing & 190676E = GZ Media, are identified on the matrix runout.
This pressing: (Black)
Ten test pressings, 400 copies on black vinyl, 100 on white vinyl, & comes with free cd and download card.
A total of 10 test pressings were made for DRLP081.
This test pressing has its info on a pressing plant sticker on front of its white card sleeve, the pressing company is named as AGR Manufacturing and the pressing date for this disc is given as 15.4.2019
Signed copies were available from the Detour Records web shop

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Side A, stamped): WWW . AGRM . CO . UK 190676E1/A
Matrix / Runout (Side B, stamped): 190676E2/A
Matrix / Runout (Side A, etched): WWW . AGRM . CO . UK 190676E1/A
Matrix / Runout (Side B, etched): 190676E2/A
Barcode: 5 032733 006870
Label Code: LC 04815

About The Sha La La's

R&B based in London, UK

Aliases

The Sonic Keys

Members

Lou Lucano
Darron Robinson
John Lee

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Soul Of The Nation* by The Sha La La's is a hidden gem from 2014. It blends rock, pop, funk, and soul into a sound that feels both retro and fresh. The track "Soul Of The Nation" even comes in two instrumental versions, giving listeners a chance to really soak in the groove. Fun fact—the whole album was penned by Robinson, adding a personal touch to its Mod and Power Pop vibes. If you’re into UK music with a nostalgic twist, this one’s worth checking out.

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hemanghr963458850

2025-03-17

I kind of half expected Geno Washington plus a brass section to emerge when the lyrics came in!!!!

dilopen

2025-03-16

Wishing you guys all the best for 2022 from Tampa! Hoping to be in Liverpool in May to play IPO w/ The Incurables...

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2025-03-15

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duyhien324

2025-03-15

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rasul94ofiser

2025-03-15

This is a great song and a great band. Saw you for the first time, supporting Kenney Jones. And there was SOOO much energy and enjoyment that just doesn't shine in this video. You are a fantastic band.