And I noticed I was shaking gently
As i'm sure you're aware by now, i'm a bit of a fan of Hot Chip. And i've been meaning to give some love to their debut EP for a while now.
Released on the Victory Garden label back in 2000, the Mexico EP was a CD only release limited to just 500 copies... but remarkably still seems to be available direct from the label.
I bought mine on ebay (from the label) a while back, and was really impressed with what I received. The tracks are a lot more lo-fi and acoustic than 'Coming on Strong', and more introspective than that marvellous album.
I love opening track 'Beeting' in particular - and it's probably my favourite song of theirs. I've never quite worked out what he's on about in the song, but I imagine him sitting on a curb somewhere, frustratedly tapping out _____ ______ (?) rhythms on an upturned box, watching the traffic pass by. (can anyone decipher what he says there?)
HOT CHIP - BEETING
Track 3, 'Perfect Circle' is another great song... a slow hip-hop jam formed by a repeated guitar loop - and with tape scratches and glitches that make it sound like it was made in like 1935 or something.
HOT CHIP - PERFECT CIRCLE
By the way, if anyone has mp3s of the 'Sanfrandisco EP' or recent tour EP i'd really love to hear them! ,-)
And hang on, what's this??
I reckon i might have to take the Tuesday off work & go to that. Anyone else fancy it? I suspect I might be going on my own otherwise.....
That's if i'm still standing after Annie, Justice and Blondie this weekend coming!
EDIT: Oh shitbags, i forgot i'm seeing Hard-Fi on Monday night. I suspect it'll be too late to get in to Trash once that finishes. I am clearly cursed to NEVER EVER EVER see Hot Chip! This must be the 10th time i've wanted to see 'em but not been able to!
Also, i'm currently going to Annie on my own tomorrow (Thursday) night. Yeah, break out the violins!
So I have a spare ticket.
Anyone fancy joining me? Nubile young woman prefered, but sweaty men also considered. My email address is to your right.
Released on the Victory Garden label back in 2000, the Mexico EP was a CD only release limited to just 500 copies... but remarkably still seems to be available direct from the label.
I bought mine on ebay (from the label) a while back, and was really impressed with what I received. The tracks are a lot more lo-fi and acoustic than 'Coming on Strong', and more introspective than that marvellous album.
I love opening track 'Beeting' in particular - and it's probably my favourite song of theirs. I've never quite worked out what he's on about in the song, but I imagine him sitting on a curb somewhere, frustratedly tapping out _____ ______ (?) rhythms on an upturned box, watching the traffic pass by. (can anyone decipher what he says there?)
HOT CHIP - BEETING
Track 3, 'Perfect Circle' is another great song... a slow hip-hop jam formed by a repeated guitar loop - and with tape scratches and glitches that make it sound like it was made in like 1935 or something.
HOT CHIP - PERFECT CIRCLE
By the way, if anyone has mp3s of the 'Sanfrandisco EP' or recent tour EP i'd really love to hear them! ,-)
And hang on, what's this??
TRASH
every monday
The End,16a West Central Street, WC1
10pm-3am £6 Please Do Dress Up!
www.trashclub.co.uk
Monday 19th December 2005
TRASH CHRISTMAS PARTY
Trash has stayed true to its word and continued to bring the best new alternative music to London, as well inviting various guests to play alongside its residents. 2005 has been spent in the company of The Long Blondes, James Murphy (Dj), Coachwhips, Noisettes, Mystery Jets, Soulwax, Clor, Tiga (Dj), Justice (Dj), Tom Vek, Paul Epworth (Dj), Cazals and Who Made Who to name just a few.. And last, and by no means least, our final party of 2005 brings us in the company of one of Britains freshest bands. The perfect end to a brilliant year.
HOT CHIP
who are they? where are they from? Hot Chip are Alexis Taylor, Joe Goddard, Felix Martin, Owen Clarke and Al Do-it, who hail from South London and Leeds...
what can we expect? self confessed Prince freaks (see their EP 'Down With Prince') Hot Chip deal in infectious left field dance with a sense of humour and a healthy dollop of Beta Band-ish vibes. 'Over and Over' has been played to a funky reception at the club for some weeks now....
what can we listen to? their new 'Barbarian EP' is out soon on EMI.
for more info visit www.hotchip.co.uk
Dj's - Erol Alkan, Rory Phillips & The Lovely Jonjo
Doors 10pm - 3am Entry £6 - Please, please arrive early!
I reckon i might have to take the Tuesday off work & go to that. Anyone else fancy it? I suspect I might be going on my own otherwise.....
That's if i'm still standing after Annie, Justice and Blondie this weekend coming!
EDIT: Oh shitbags, i forgot i'm seeing Hard-Fi on Monday night. I suspect it'll be too late to get in to Trash once that finishes. I am clearly cursed to NEVER EVER EVER see Hot Chip! This must be the 10th time i've wanted to see 'em but not been able to!
Also, i'm currently going to Annie on my own tomorrow (Thursday) night. Yeah, break out the violins!
So I have a spare ticket.
Anyone fancy joining me? Nubile young woman prefered, but sweaty men also considered. My email address is to your right.
posted by headphonesex @ 10:46 PM
