These guys have been finding ways to maintain a safe distance from the media sun for decades now, this should not break the string. I won't go thru all the history, and the influence of Ubu, but I will say that this album is engaging, innovative, and up-to-date. It's quirky but not obtuse, noisy but measured, has big highs and deep lows. You like Pavement don'tcha, or what about Nick Cave huh. I lied, I'm droppin' names, PJ, Beck, Wire, Beastie Boys, all influenced by Pere Ubu, and they are still more instinctive, so there!!!
DeejaysJungle visionary Roni SizeWednesday, 18 November 2009 | Tom ConstableJungle visionary Roni Size discusses "the amalgamation of all music" with Tom Constabile who discovers that Roni Size is out to set the world ablaze with aural mystery.
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BandsPlazmaSaturday, 08 November 2008 | Keith KirchnerPlazma are Matt Troja and Norby on guitars, keyboardist Martin, percussion vocalist Ephraim Goldin, the notorious rhythm section of Lee Farber and Jay, and Ian Wood on digeradoo.
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Sounds likeOL' DIRTY BASTARD Nigga PleaseTuesday, 18 November 2008 | Keith Kirchner
To say that Ol' Dirty's had a tough time of it over the last two years is an understatement.
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Sounds likePESHAY Miles From HomeTuesday, 18 November 2008 | Keith Kirchner
Following a two-year battle against serious illness, junglist Peshay has risen from his bed and, not unjustifiably, decided it's time to drop the moody posturing and smile. Here he celebrates being alive by way of glowing tunes and jazzy rhythms.... Click to Continue...