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NEWS 43 years of Making Room & Lady Shaving by Fad Gadget!

43 years of Making Room & Lady Shaving by Fad Gadget!

19th of March 2025, 00:00

This month, 43 years ago, Fad Gadget released the 7-inch single Make Room”. It was released in March 1982 on Mute Records as MUTE 012

'Make Room' continues Fad Gadget’s exploration of dark, minimal electronic soundscapes, characterized by sharp, mechanical beats and eerie synth layers. The song’s lyrics critique societal conformity and consumer culture, delivered with Tovey’s distinct deadpan vocals. The B-side, Lady Shave, remains one of his more recognizable tracks, known for its pulsing rhythm and provocative themes.

Like much of Fad Gadget’s work, Make Room was produced with the involvement of Daniel Miller, founder of Mute Records, ensuring its raw, experimental edge. The release came during a time when electronic music was gaining traction in the post-punk and industrial scenes, cementing Fad Gadget’s influence on later acts like Depeche Mode and Nine Inch Nails.

The B-side, Lady Shave, is one of Fad Gadget’s most striking tracks, featuring a relentless, pulsating rhythm and jagged synth lines. Lyrically, it delves into themes of beauty standards, vanity, and obsession with appearance, offering a biting critique of societal pressures. The song’s hypnotic repetition and raw energy make it a fan favorite and a staple of his live performances during which Frank Tovey often smeared himself with shaving cream while plucking his pubic hairs in front of the audience.

The single remains a cult favorite, showcasing the artist’s innovative use of early electronic instrumentation and socially charged lyricism.

Make Room - 7” Tracklist

A. Make Room 4:01
B. Lady Shave 5:40

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MAKE ROOM LADYSHAVE


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