The B8 with the higher loft works better than the stubby B21 with veg Tabac, but I'm still not getting the kind of sopping wet slickness I used to get from the tallow Tabac. The dialling in continues.
We celebrate Steve Albini's life and incredible body of work through our #SongoftheDay, "Darlene", off of Slint's Tweez. He kept it simple in an age of studio gloss, and we loved him for it.
Our #SongOfTheDay comes from a loose collective producing cutting edge stuff called Church Chords, in this case including Jeff Parker's always creative guitar work. It's "Warriors of Playtime".
This chart-topping hit by the Sugababes was released in 2002. It was the lead single on their second album, "Angels With Dirty Faces". Known for its infectious beat and catchy chorus, "Round Round" blends dance-pop with R&B and features a sample from the German film "Run Lola Run".
Released in 1988 on the album 'Fisherman's Blues', The Waterboys' iconic song blends Celtic folk, rock, and country. Its expansive sound features fiddles, mandolin, and soaring vocals, painting a vivid picture of life by the sea. This timeless classic marked a shift in the band's direction and remains a beloved anthem.
"Block Rockin' Beats" is a high-energy big beat track by The Chemical Brothers. Released in 1997 as the lead single from their album "Dig Your Own Hole", it topped the UK singles chart. The song's iconic bassline and samples make it a dance floor classic.
Released in 1979, this synth-driven track was Tubeway Army's breakthrough hit. It topped the UK charts and appeared on their iconic album 'Replicas'. Its haunting melody and dystopian lyrics helped pioneer the new wave sound.
First shave with the new Tabac puck after last week's kill. This is the 2021 formulation vegan base, overall very similar to the tallow version. Still Ol' reliable.
Doctor Jeep, released in 1990, was the second single from The Sisters of Mercy's hit album Vision Thing. With its driving beats, Middle Eastern-inspired melodies, and satirical lyrics, the song is a quintessential gothic rock anthem. Andrew Eldritch's baritone vocals add to its distinctive, brooding atmosphere.
Ok, this is a great combo. Both Verbena Toscana and Farina are very citrus forward, VT with added light vervain, and Farina with some spicy scent I can't put my finger on. This could easily be an excellent #AustereAugust setup
Released in 1984 as a single, 'Pearly-Dewdrops' Drops' features Elizabeth Fraser's ethereal vocals layered over shimmering guitars and a driving rhythm. This iconic song, found on the EP 'The Spangle Maker', showcases the Cocteau Twins' dreamy, atmospheric sound, defining a generation of alternative music.
Having some fun trying out the first ever eau de cologne and smelling like Mozart. Shoutout to @GeschichteFM for bringing it to my attention in last week's episode.