The only thing missing is a video showing Wotjek – he was their dancer. Pre-Bez he ‘interpreted’ the songs by flailing his arms and jumping up and down. Or that’s how I remember it.
Xiu Xiu – La Foret
“Stewart sings of the insipid voice of his lover, wonders if he can hear their glass heart clinking, and then finally cuddles up at their “disgusting feet”. Really, you can only laugh.
Editors Rant – Bloody tapas.
I find it ridiculous to eat in a (normally) overpriced restaurant with your hands. Eating foodstuffs with your hands in a public place normally involves such hearty fare as fish and chips, pies, burgers and fried chicken; foodstuffs that are often of dubious quality.
Test Icicles – For Screening Purposes Only
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A cartoon hybrid of an incredibly stupid Fall, a incredibly sloppy Beastie Boys and a dreadfully undercooked UK Subs, they charmed yours truly.”
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Omar Rodriguez – Omar Rodriguez
Last up, Spookrijden op het Fietspad is a demented Can, EFS-style work out with bags of charm, though a crazy sax part keeps the sonic aggravation levels at the maximum.
Sissy Wish – Tuning In
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With this album – and the last one for that matter – she’s earned her place high up the list that is Great Lost Pop Albums. And that is something I suppose.
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The Mae Shi – Heart Beeps
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As a sure-fire way of getting the last drunks out of your house, I’ve found that Heart Beeps was unbeaten this Christmas past. ”
Letter from London – February 2006
“Although we’re not sure if even NME readers can really believe that the Arctic Monkeys album is better than Revolver, which came in at 9th place. Also a little bit uncertain that pound for pound it is better than the White Album (again NME readers, what are you thinking?)”
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Arab Strap -The Last Romance
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I particularly like the line, “You’ll soon get sick of micro-waving low fat meals for one.” Ahhhh, the perks of being in a relationship, especially one that involve girlfriends who can and do cook. Reminding me that I should really be getting dinner ready!
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Incendiary News February 2006
Hello Everyone!