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With each of The Jesus & Mary Chain's six albums about to be re-issued as comprehensive triple CD & DVD box sets, Jim Reid spoke at length to DiS about a variety of topics ranging from major label interference and their subsequent lack of interest to inter-band relationships, particularly the volatile one between him and his brother that overshadowed the band's existence and the effects of substance abuse, most notably alcohol.»
Having emerged from the tail end of punk rock's ethers in 1978 as lead vocalist with iconic four-piece Bauhaus, Peter Murphy has forged a reputation as one of the most unique, and challenging songwriters of his and every subsequent generation since.»
In a rare interview, DiS managed to secure half an hour in the presence of Anthony Gonzalez, the founder member and brainchild behind M83. As elegant and charming offstage as on, no stones were left unturned as collaborations, back catalogues, David Byrne, stadium rock and "single track culture" all came under scrutiny during our brief encounter.»
For a band with barely a handful of releases to their name, Red is another impressive tick in the box.»
Father, Son, Holy Ghost is a complex record, and one that while not quite fully realising Girls' potential as great recording artists, equally suggests that bonafide masterpiece may not be too far around the corner either. »
Last month also saw the first European release of Sparkler, a compilation that was put together a couple of years ago documenting all their early releases such as the aforementioned Ringo Deathstarr EP. Having played the Fuji Rock festival over the final weekend of July before heading to the UK for a mini-tour, we caught up with a slightly jet-lagged Alex Gehring prior to soundcheck before their recent show at Manchester's Ruby Lounge. »
Following on from June's local scene report and gig guide from Nottingham and the East Midlands, here's the fifth installment from DiS' man in the city... »
A continuation of what came before on The Drums, only marginally inferior. »
As a starting place for anyone wishing to explore the crazy world of Anton Newcombe, it serves its purpose and more besides. »
Last weekend, DiS went along to Leeds Festival en masse, and as well as putting together daily blogs and Gary Wolstenholme's excellent photo galleries, we thought it would be a good idea to compile a diary of the weekend too. »
Mention the words V Festival on the forum boards of DiS and you're likely to get a barbaric savaging of verbal abuse from all and sundry. If you're lucky that is.»
With 2011's summer festival season drawing to a close, the August Bank Holiday double header at Leeds' Bramham Park and Reading's Richfield Arena acts as the traditional curtain closer save for Bestival's more intimate finale in a fortnight...»
After a week that's seen widespread panic on the streets of London and beyond, thanks to the despicable actions of a thoughtless few thousands, it's good to know that some things never change. The Summer Sundae Weekender in the grounds of Leicester's De Montfort Hall is traditionally one of the most family friendly gatherings of its kind, drawing in punters of all ages from various demographic sectors in the process»
Now, on a rare and extremely brief visit to the UK that will see them play literally a handful of shows, DiS caught up with guitarist and songwriter JB Campbell prior to their storming set at this year's Indietracks Festival.»
This weekend (August 20th & 21st), the 2011 edition of V opens its doors and also features a number of artists we're getting excited about seeing across its dual sites of Weston Park in Staffordshire and Hylands Park, Chelmsford. Here's 10 we recommend you to check out...»
Despite being active on the Glaswegian live circuit since the tail end of the 1990s whilst having recorded arguably two of the most understated albums of the following decade in 2007's Profit In Your Poetry two years later, React Or Die, Butcher Boy remain a relatively unknown quantity outside of the underground fanzine and internet blog community.»
When Covered In Dust, the excellent debut by New Orleans trio Kindest Lines landed on the doormat last month, it kind of took us by surprise somewhat...»
Wooden Shjips have perfected their art.»
As the exact polar opposite of corporate events such as Reading, Leeds or V, Indietracks has gradually earned its place as one of the highlights of the summer festival season for the discerning lover of all things truly independent and underground...»
Since forming at the outset of 2006, New York based collective Ra Ra Riot have endured something of a stop-start existence. Here, DiS chats about the current record and the events of the past that ultimately shaped the band's future with bass player Mathieu Santos»
Famous First Words might not be the worst record you'll hear this year, but it's certainly one of the most pointless. »
Although in its fourth year, Splendour has constantly found itself living in the shadows of the city's other main music event Dot To Dot. While the latter can boast an almost guaranteed sell out thanks to a line-up of current and ascendant artists, Splendour has often been seen as something of a poor relation...»
The story of Rik Clay is full of complexities and ultimately ends in tragedy.»
When Ringo Deathstarr do come into their own, such as on the closing 'Your Town' there's a genuine feeling they could enter the realms of ambient diversity currently occupied by the likes of Beach House and M83.»
When Sonisphere first opened its doors to a UK audience in 2009 it was perhaps kind of fitting that it set up camp at Knebworth, the undisputed stately home of Rock.»
DiS likes I Like Trains a lot and we're only too pleased to report that the feeling appears to be mutual...»
Following on from the first part of our preview for this coming weekend's Sonisphere Festival, DiS thought it would be a great idea to try and pin down one of the most influential bands of this or any other generation you'd care to mention. »
Kirpatrick Thomas may not be a household name, but as far as the Los Angeles underground scene is concerned he's up there with the likes of Anton Newcombe in the city's musical folklore.»
Here's the first part of Drowned In Sound's Sonisphere 2011 preview, whereby we've put together our guide to ten artists we'll be checking out over the course of this weekend... »
Three months ago, when first DiS first enquired about the possibility of speaking to the four band members of WU LYF, we were politely refused. But then twelve weeks is a short time in the music industry, particularly when your debut album is about to hit the shops in forty-eight hours time. Having embarked on a complete about turn, we're informed that the band are only too willing to engage in conversation prior to their show at Sheffield's Queens Social Club, and this is the result of our encounter... »
