Daily Archives: May 13, 2012

flashback of the week

gang of four – damaged goods

it’s 1978. the leeds boys release their debut single. they were quickly signed to emi records after the enormous response to this incredible song and they released entertainment!, their debut album, the following year. it featured “anthrax”, their other eminent track, but “damaged goods” will forever hold a place in my all-time.

video of the week

bonnie “prince” billy – now here’s my plan – i see darkness

will oldham is releasing a new ep to coincide with the release of his new book this fall. the ep is a re-working of six of his classics. this new version of “i see darkness”, which was originally released in 1999, has considerable more pep than it’s predecessor. the accompanying video is loads of charming and some odd-ball eye effects will have you double-taking. enjoy!

song of the day

father you see queen – 47 – we give and give and give and you take and take and take and take

this minneapolis duo released their debut ep at the end of last month and 47‘s most long-winded titled track is a sparse and ethereal beaut. if there was a modern day remake of legend, you better believe this would be on the soundtrack. calling all unicorns. www.fatheryouseequeen.com