Cinema

Released in 2010, Cinema is the fifth studio album by Melbourne-based collective The Cat Empire. Recorded at Sing Sing Studios, the album marked a departure from the raw, live-to-tape feel of their earlier work toward a more 'cinematic' and polished production style. While the band's core elements - Harry James Angus's soaring trumpet and Felix Riebl's earnest vocals - remain central, the album incorporates more prominent electric guitar work and synth textures. Critics noted that the record traded some of the band's characteristic improvisational zaniness for tighter song structures and radio-friendly hooks. It debuted at #3 on the ARIA Charts, solidifying their status as Australian indie royalty. The track 'Feeling's Gone' became a staple of their live sets, representing the perfect bridge between their ska roots and their evolving pop-rock ambitions. It remains a fan favorite for its ability to balance technical musicianship with pure, unadulterated catchiness.