November 1997 - Sinister

Sinister: Aberdonian Tigermilk request
by Ian MacDonald 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

I vaguely remember someone from my part of the world claiming to be one of the chosen 1000. If this is true (and I do not doubt it) , can they get in touch for a trade :- for 45 minutes aural pleasure I am willing to part with a blank tape and a couple of pints of dark frothing brew. PLEASE. (and thankyou) I now refute my earlier misguided claims of being boring. Whilst leafing through yellow pages in search of "BOBSLEIGHS" , I came across "BORING" only to be told "See Civil Engineers". Nuff said. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: Born old, sadly wise
by Neil Hargreaves 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

Hey, Someone asked why the young people on this site keep apologising.... Weeeel, heres a theory with a Belle and Sebastian link.... I think my whole generation (i'm nineteen) has grown up prematurely aged. We've been borne into a world where everyone tell us that all the really great noble ideas have already gone and art/literature/music whatever can onlymix and match different bits of previous ides. As a consequence of this we've grown up listening to very few bands who faith could be put into. I dont mean they were bad, just that they didn't encourage taking a risk for, by really liking them and really wanting them to succeed. You didn't invest much of yourself into the music... If anyones still here theres more... Bands like Suedue and the Manic Street Preachers having somethinbg of this quality, but (i'm being caregul here) there has always seemed a suggestion of pretence about both of them. Whether this is true or just a consequce of an overly cynical music press (who are too scared to say look this band really are fanatastic and should be loved unconditionally) I can tell. But it effects you anyway, even if you dont fully acknowledge it.... then along come belle and sebastian and there just perfect. I think I used to have this subconcious idea before how my favourite band would sound and they just fitted the mould. like going home, when you didn't even know you were homesick. And there completly inclusive, welcoming and intimate in the songas and in themselves, and we can see them growing up right in front of us (the Manics and Suede were both fully formed when I first encountered them) and they attract all the peope who have grown up with these bands who were never quite good enough. and they come to this list and were so young, but so sorry phew, er kind of went of on one there... sorry love, neil H PS getting old scares us more, a carrer as a teacher awaits no doubt -------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: Neily Weely
by Nigel Turner 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

I'm sure you're all up for a bit of gossip? Well, a friend of mine (I'm not saying who) told me that said Mr Neily Weely got punched in the face and had his glasses broken at the Sarah Records farewell bash by a member of Orlando (I wonder if Dickon has anything to add, or is this not worthy of comment?). It's not all butterflies and fluffy bunnies out there in the Land of Twee, you know... Nigel xx ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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RE: Sinister: Re: Easterhoose and me
by Nigel Turner 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

>Anyone else keen on the Razorcuts ? Yes. Well, I used to be a big fan. If you're interested, I have a video of them playing live at The George and Dragon pub, Bedford, in 1986. It's worth watching also for the moment when you can see The Legend! (older subscribers may remember him) "dancing" in the audience. You also get a glimpse a youthful me (yes, I was there too - I was the promoter, in fact!), so I guess that makes me another of the lists elder statesmen (but I'm younger than that now). Nigel xx ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: New Creme Anglaise Issue
by Matthew A. Neimark 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

"Bonjour Bonjour! We're happy to present you the new issue of our EuroPOP fanzine: CREME ANGLAISE, featuring exceptional guests BELLE & SEBASTIAN! Also in this issue, lots of other interviews: STEREOLAB, THE TINDERSTICKS, JJ JOHANSON, EELS, PLACEBO, CORNERSHOP, FUCK, THE DELGADOS, THE PASTELS, and DIE STERNE... plus more reviews, news, singles, albums, gigs: Mouse On Mars, Broadcast, OP8, St Malo festival 97, Bjork secret gig in Paris, Magoo, and all the usual stuff, ideas, fun! Elle est pas belle la vie?! Order your copy! (FF20 / 2 pounds / DM6 / $2) ( 80 A5 pages in English: °°°° France °°°° Creme Anglaise, 13 rue Rougemont, F-75009 Paris (aroel(a)epf.fr) °°°° UK °°°° Creme Anglaise, 36A Halliford Str. London N13EL (cheques payable to A. Roels) °°°° Germany °°°° Creme Anglaise, c/o Petra Wersch,Breyeller Str.22 D-41334 Nettetal °°°° America °°°° Creme Anglaise, c/o Matt Neimark, 341 Summer St. Sommerville MA 02144 (mattn(a)neurometrix.com) ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: meet at Manchestah! when the gigs are planned!
by Sarah 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

People! We can meet up at the Manchester gigs!!!!! (If you Londoners can drag yourselves oop north...don't worry about being southern, we'll issue you with flat caps and knowledge about whippets.... :)...JOKE!!!!!) Coz I can't come to a London meet. Coz I am oop north. And it is 19 quid to get to London, and then money 2 spend in the (so i hear) wonders of camden market..please don't all say how good it is so i can be even more jealous! Lovehearts and stars and WHEN ARE THE GIGS, I'm pleading here, I've not been this desperate since, ooer. -- Sarah ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: Sarah and Twee
by Matthew A. Neimark 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

>I'm sure you're all up for a bit of gossip? > >Well, a friend of mine (I'm not saying who) told me that said Mr Neily = >Weely got punched in the face and had his glasses broken at the Sarah >Records farewell bash by a member of Orlando (I wonder if Dickon has >anything to add, or is this not worthy of comment?). It's not all = >butterflies and fluffy bunnies out there in the Land of Twee, you = >know... Yes I heard this story. The bash was held on a boat in the Bristol Harbour. Someone said the Shelley record sucked and didn't belong on Sarah and Tim Chipping got into a fight with him and was thrown out. Just goes to show that sometimes it's best to do your best job to keep opinions to oneself. Matt PS I had a radio show today on WMBR Cambridge, Breakfast of Champions. I wouldn't consider it appropriate to post the playlist on this mailing list. However, I do want you to know that I played Pastie. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: missing bits
by mjouan＠previewtravel.com 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

>- 'They called us winsome- but we're just hopeless. >[??????] >[??????] >We could've done it ourselves >We should give up' >- 'Hi Vanessa!' >- We should give up...we should stop... just...round about.. now!' i don't remember at the moment the EXACT quote, but he says something to the effect of: "they should have never given us a record deal" :) michelle ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: gigs, famous, manics, maker, out of space!
by Sarah 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

I got more famous stuff! My mates brother knows STUART FROM MOGWAI AND!!! When I was about eight I got to go in that car Gumdrop coz I won a competition or something...does anyone remeber Gumdrop? Coz I don't know the cartoon B&S. All news to me. My friend saw it written on a file and said 'oh, you remeber the programme too'! And I thought, eh?? Others-OK mate, I'm a Manics fan! hahahah-evil laughs. The manics are a bundle of contradictions, they're so different from B&S....don't compare them. They have the same appeal, as in people can relate to/love the lyrics, but the Manics always wanted EVERYTHING...and as for pretense...I say 4Real....the only comparisons they have are with the devotion that both bands inspire. Oh, to see B&S in tight white jeans, eyeliner and leopard print! (or maybe not eh? But admit it, its a thought!) I wonder whatever happened to Doo Wop music? Sorry. I'm just going insane coz : I NEED B&S GIGS NOW! Wheres everyone staying in Manchester? I could get a train back home, possibly but then I couldn't stay behind, which I'd want to do. I don't know anyone 2 stay with! And sleeping in the train station doesn't appeal, but I might have to...! OH, and I'm in MM letters ssction, but not mentioning B&S, even though I did dedicate a whole letter to them (and my email) which was published earlier. there's kin of a hint in this letter'c'mon! prixe of a toffeecrisp to the winner! Int MM turning into the indie smash hitz! cool. lovehearts and stars and fed up of the sqeally fireworks noises already!-- Sarah ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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Sinister: autobiographies
by Charlotte.Hall＠smlawpub.co.uk 05 Nov '97

05 Nov '97

The urge to tell everyone who I am - uuurgggh - must resist it... this soul baring thing... I have a couple of questions: 1. Why do B&S thank Alan Rankine on Tigermilk? and is Billy McKenzie's solo album any good? 2. My ex-boyfriend Fraser procured me a "Judy and the Dream of Horses" mug. Does anyone else have one? I heard there were only a few produced. I am 48 years old. I studied limb management and I used to be a ballerina but now I'm a faith healer. I spend my leisure time sketching people's necks in public parks. I married a stonemason from Cumbernauld and I have five sets of twins. I have fourteen copies of Tigermilk. I've never listened to it. Is this the Gary Glitter list? or I'm 29 (just) and I live in Finsbury Park in London and I work for a legal publishing company as an editor. I am, however, from Edinburgh and went to University in Glasgow more or less contemporaneously with Stuart Murdoch (who used to DJ at the QM Union). I also have a copy of Tigermilk which my friend Greg got for me at the launch party. Phew! However much as I'd like to tape it for all and sundry I can't at the moment because my record player is knackered. Charlotte ----------------------------------------------------------------------- . This message was brought to you by the Sinister mailing list. . To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". . For subscribing, unsubscribing and other list information please see . http://www.majordomo.net/sinister . For questions about how the list works mail owner-sinister(a)majordomo.net . We're all happy bunnies humming happy bunny tunes. Aren't we? -----------------------------------------------------------------------

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