Coming Down
©Beggars Banquet. UK, 1991.
‟A remarkable late night trip to a Quaalude & absinthe world wearing an ensemble of darkest black hole black (including accessories). Utilizing the space between notes, echoes from down the hall and a tortured lounge vibe at the back of the S&M bar, proves that "Coming Down" is a rich, delectable view of decadence and regrettable hang overs. The record holds up with a restrained malevolent glee and surprising playfulness. Reverb snare drums and haunted figures drift in and out of focus while a mid eastern vibe somehow seeps under the doors. Guitars are distorted and Natascha Atlas's voice weaves along side in a sorrowed counterpoint.
This is a fantastic rediscovery for me - out of print and picked up for $2 @ the pawn shop after almost 20 years. One of those long lost growers that got under my skin and still sounds great on a rainy day or a full moon's lonely night. While it seems haunted these ghosts conjured are of the hip and benevolent type. Nothing to worry about here, as it sure ain't Ian Curtis discussing Eternal Decades or isolated Atrocity Exhibitions. Sure Ash tries to scare you but he can't lose that pop sensibilty and you know he's just a little hurt and he simply can't not be cool as it all unfolds. At turns experimental and moody when not off on a twisted pop trip, file this one next to: Darklands, "Earth • Sun • Moon" and Music for a New Society. Essential (for moping about with your shades on).‟
This is a fantastic rediscovery for me - out of print and picked up for $2 @ the pawn shop after almost 20 years. One of those long lost growers that got under my skin and still sounds great on a rainy day or a full moon's lonely night. While it seems haunted these ghosts conjured are of the hip and benevolent type. Nothing to worry about here, as it sure ain't Ian Curtis discussing Eternal Decades or isolated Atrocity Exhibitions. Sure Ash tries to scare you but he can't lose that pop sensibilty and you know he's just a little hurt and he simply can't not be cool as it all unfolds. At turns experimental and moody when not off on a twisted pop trip, file this one next to: Darklands, "Earth • Sun • Moon" and Music for a New Society. Essential (for moping about with your shades on).‟
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