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Former Arab Strapper Malcolm Middleton returns to Glasgow’s seminal alternative label Chemikal Underground with his self-titled debut album as Human Don’t Be Angry.

Named in honour of the German version of board game ‘Frustration’ (‘Mensch ärgere Dich nicht’), the album was recorded at Chem19 studios during October 2011 alongside producer and drum programmer Paul Savage, with live drum parts from Middleton’s old Arab Strap partner Aidan Moffat.

The album is influenced by Malcolm’s childhood in the 1980s. The album features melodious guitar hooks juxtaposed with programmed beats, beeps and, of course, the influence of Jan Hammer and Iron Maiden.