The Names Announce New Album for May

Factory Benelux have announced the release of 'Stranger Than You', the fourth studio album by Belgian post-punk outfit The Names. Having previously been associated with Factory Records and producer Martin Hannett, this album, as it is reported, sees the Names return to their original sound and the styles explored on their debut album 'Swimming'. Singer/songwriter Michel Sordinia and guitarist Marc Deprez are joined by new members Laurent Loddewyckx (drums) and Christophe Boulenger (keyboards and piano). The album is set for release on May 18th, 2015. 

The Names' Debut 'Swimming' to be Reissued via Factory Benelux

Factory Benelux has announced the new Names reissues to be released in February next year. Their debut album 'Swimming' which was originally released in June 1982 will be reissued on both CD and Vinyl. Both versions will feature the original album, bonus tracks and band's February 1982 Peel session. This new editions also feature original artwork and poster design by Benoit Hennebert, and photographs by Marc Portée. 

More about the upcoming releases:
http://cerysmaticfactory.info/the_names.html