We Are a Unit

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We Are a Unit is the debut studio album by the British noise-punk band Castrovalva. It was released on April 12, 2010.

Recording and style:
- Recorded July 2009 to January 2010 at Ghost Town Recordings in Leeds.
- Genre: noise rock.
- Length: about 26 minutes.
- Label: Brew Records.
- Producers: Ross Halden and Castrovalva.
- This is Castrovalva as a three-piece, with Leemun Smith on vocals joined by bassist Anthony Wright and drummer Daniel Brader.

What it’s about:
The album captures the high-energy feel of Castrovalva’s live shows, with quick shifts in pace and a mix of noisy, heavy grooves and melodic moments.

Reception:
- NME: 4/5
- Drowned In Sound: 8/10
- Artrocker: 5/5
- Rocksound: 7/10
- Subba-Cultcha: 9/10
- UK Music Review: 5/5

Overview:
Despite its short length, We Are a Unit is praised for its variety and intensity, delivering a powerful introduction to Castrovalva’s sound as a full three-piece.