So i am going to start a new weekly feature.
Since working in Lewes, i have had a chance to explore a bit more of what the town has to offer. Everything from independent health food shops all the way to vintage and retro bric and brac. It was just after christmas that i started to venture into the charity shops. i like buying records. Mostly alternative shouty punk bands from America, but more recently got in to the habit of buying anything that takes my fancy, be it Costello or Cash. (a few weeks ago i picked up a signed copy of Something Blue by the attractions for £1.50)
So here we go.. Week beginning the 1st of February
David Bowie – Hunky Dory – 12inch 1980 reprint £3
Contains classics such as Changes and life on Mars. Never been a massive fan of Bowie, only ever listened to him in passing. But i really respect the work he has put out over the years (apart from that awful Christmas song!) So i am hoping that a complete listen of this will help me see him in a different light.
The Stranglers – Rattus Norvegicus – 12inch 1977 original £2
The punk record that never was! From the start of their career they were often lumped in with the Punk scene. There are parts of this record that really do have a punk vibe, a slight vocal snarl, but otherwise this is straight up rock ad roll. I love the use of instruments other than guitars and the offbeat feel of Peaches.
So that is it for this week!
Go and check your local charity shops for hidden treasures.
-M
