Vinyl LP pressing. 2025 release. Arctic Moon is the first full-length album by Chameleons since 2001, marking the return of one of the most influential bands of the 80's and 90's. Long cited as a hugely influential act, having inspired the likes of (The) Verve, Oasis, Interpol, The Killers, Editors and White Lies, Chameleons are renowned for their transformative catalogue and intense, emotionally charged live performances, creating a legacy that extends far beyond their four studio albums to date. Their widely acclaimed debut, 'Script of the Bridge' (1983) has been cited by many as a masterpiece way ahead of it's time, and was followed by 'What Does Anything Mean? Basically!' (1984), 'Strange Times' (1986) and 'Why Call It Anything?' (2001). Their unique sound quickly won them an audience with it's mix of melancholic yet energetic and powerful tunes, hypnotic, ethereal riffs and a potent, timeless lyrical style. They are considered one of the most influential guitar bands of the '80s and '90s, contributing substantially to the post-punk, shoegaze and indie scenes.
