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A Different Brand of Noise Releases Far More Than Conversation
A Different Brand of Noise has released its second album, Far More Than Conversation, featuring nine new songs and lead single Who Dares.
A Different Brand of Noise has released its second album, Far More Than Conversation, across all major streaming platforms. The album contains nine new songs, with Who Dares selected as its lead single.
Robert Ranaldi and Ken Ashdown had developed their own musical careers before the group formed. The members reunited in Montreal toward the end of the 1980s and formed a power trio with Gonzo. In late 1987, the group released a bootleg demo titled Up, Tight, recorded on an analog four-track device.
The members reconnected during the first period of pandemic lockdowns and worked remotely for three years, completing 19 songs. The first 10 were released in 2025 as the group's official debut album, Blurry.
Do the Poor ends with a children's choir performed by members of the Sunshine Coast Children’s Choir. She’s the One is dedicated to Robert Ranaldi's childhood sweetheart, whom he later married. The group has postponed touring plans for now because its members are prioritizing their day jobs.
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