December 1998 - Sinister

Sinister: in the wee belle hours of the morning.......
by rebelstrange＠ldd.net 01 Jan '99

01 Jan '99

new years eve post. my fingers are stiff and cold. I like the short stories i ahve read by DH Lawrence, but i dont' think i could really stoop (sic) to reading his novels, i've read too many analyses of them and they sound very sick and twisted and misogynistic. as good as his writing is technically, i'm one of them sorry bastards who can't get past my prejudices. sorry. (to whom? i dont' know.....) hola christa, mi wee belle in the lovely DC, refreshing to happen upon you in this godforsaken wasteland....Just kidding..... just kidding.......i swear.......it's 8 am and i have not slept since early yesterday please humor me...... i only wish i could get pissed for the holiday. chance shall find me in my slag heap of a hometown with my oldest high school friends, being very bored i imagine. god where are the lesbian bars around here. all i want is a new years kiss for once in my life! AAAAAAAGGGGGHHHHH!!!!! i just dont see any other way of getting one. no,i dont' want a kiss from a boy, unless you're stu m, i might consider, but then i'd probably change my mind at the last minute, sorry stu. yer a darling but you're so immaculate, i'd feel ashamed of myself. and yes, who is the cutest one. let us argue, wangle and discuss until our heads turn blue and fall off. come on, guys, no one CARES about the subtle nuances and literary themes of their exquisite tunage!! we wanna talk about HOT, SEXY ASS!!!! you know it's true. you all pretend to be so hep, but inside your trousers are just burning to get some belle booty. dont' kid yourselves, the truth will set you free. so, name your drug(er, member) of choice, and get over to glasgow with a tranquilizer dart and a big net and some barry white tunes and a quart of malt liquor, and get ready for some hot Lovin' to start off the new year right. a dose of thrush indeed! i hear the Love Bus will making a special stop, fitted with custom lighting and exclusive plush velvet purple rhinesthone covered settees just perfect for that moment when I hold stevie's hair, and you yank his pants down and get it started. (inside joke, apologies to stevie) congrats to matthew, our ever loving companion, for beating me to the b/s monopoly concept. boo. i would cry for not being the first and original, if his ideas weren't just so great and so close to my own....... let's make this thing happen everybody, sister disco? wanna join the monopoly party? Alix? you in?? um....i want my tiggerjammies, and i want them bad. i'm getting desperate. i might just have to order it online or something cos i can't wait for my rekkid shop to call me up, when, could be months from now! lousy bastards. they dont' understand how urgent it is. at least i can say i've heard all the songs, though. i'd have to havemy memory refreshed on a summer goes song, and i liked the high girly singing on slow graffiti (don't i always??) but right now in preview hypothetical mode my big money is on The GAte to win by a nose, just edged in by TIJAMR, for it's moody build-up and yummy description of shyness in the face of girl affection. c'mon kids, it's elixir, elixir, those heavenly voices, i'm in dream land, thankyou lovely lassie!!! stars in my eyes, like a tiny pink bonbon, so small and delicious. and wait i should quit while i'm ahead. i can't recall exacctly the words, but i enjoyed all the posts today from people who discussed their adventures, esp the one who met b/s couple in a record shop, and all the snow dreaming going on. fox in the snow, it''s such a lovely phrase to roll over your tongue, so crisp and demure and meditative. say it again like a mantra. ouch, my face hurts. i won't humilate myself further, i've already mentioned things i promised i would never speak here again. but my mouth is so big, things come slipping out, especially when you're madly sleep deprived. you may punish me if you wish. i doubt i would notice when the switch comes down on my lily white skin. i have bruises on my knees today. i'm off to dream of huge porcelain pools of blue water. if you want some good cheer go listen to the album Cerulean by the ocean blue, they're very sweet and delicate in their tweeness, and it's decidedly shoegazerly jangly faux-Brit textures and gentle singing will have you smiling like a sedated imbecile in no time, glad that the sun came out another day. call me gullible, or tasteless, it's all the same to me. love from the pits of sexless misery........ ooh i'm trembling from lack of sleep. lesleyJo tweeness is an attitude, make of it what you desire. +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". 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Sinister: Tigermilk Instrumental or Felt cover? And do you want to trade for it?
by Mick McMick 01 Jan '99

01 Jan '99

Well... I wonder if that is the longest title to a post ever. Well, I have obtained a copy of the Tigermilk instrumental from a friend who wishes to be nameless. There are two versions I have of the so-called Tigermilk instrumental. One is just the song itself, which sounds remarkably like Felt playing a Felt song, so I am forced to wonder if it is a cover, or if it is even the band themselves at all. But the other version makes me think it is the band. Stuart David reads four Ink Polaroids overtop of a *very* quiet Tigermilk instrumental. They're all from his book, aren't they? Anyway, it's summarily wonderful, be it a cover or even him reading overtop of a Felt song, it's ace. Does anyone know the truth of this? Cover or original, Felt or B&S, who or what is it? Also, if anyone is interested in obtaining a copy of these two gorgeous gems, as well as anything from the now rather sizable collection of unreleased bits and sessions I have procured, I am missing some things. One would be those silly Black Sessions, and I would prefer a good copy if I could get one. I don't have too many bootlegs, either, might be nice to acquire some more of those. Please write me with your trades lists and I'll write back with mine. I've got some nice things like Rhoda, a version of Middle Distance Runner far superior from the Beat Patrol version, that Session they did in Amsterdam, and some other lovely things. Ah, in other news, Matt, I realize you may have conceptualized B&S-opoly in the days before man conceptualized "fire," but how close are you now to actually producing a copy of said B&S-opoly, I must ask? Not very, I'd wager. Whereas I am so close that all I have to do is some quick decision-making and writing on game pieces. Of course there is money in my game...but that's Life...no, sorry, that's a different game. Oh, bad joke... Anyway, I hope everyone has a lovely New Year's, especially "Stuart's Mother," ;) /"\_/"\_/"\ Mick McMick/Sandcastle Records <<->> bp224995(a)ohiou.edu \ / Sandcastle Records Homepage: ICQ#5056758 | | http://www.geocities.com/SunsetStrip/Amphitheatre/4972/ | | "I am always wishing to make people | | in the world happy with my smiles." | | -Mr. Friendly +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Sinister: A whole new set of friends
by Robert Morris 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

Greetings all, As we sit in our respective caves preparing to get ready to party like it's 1999, I'm going to launch my initial assault on the Sinister list. I initially thought it was a little snooty to tell newbies to study up for a week or more before posting some inane question. After I decided to stay and find out just what kind of elitist jerks resided on this list, I learned to love each and every one of you, and glad I waited more than a week before posting. I had the worst Christmas ever, there was a huge bombshell dropped during dinner with my Dad and his soon to be third ex-wife about some shenanigans going on with him and my ex-girlfriend. What ?!?!?!? Anyway.... I was feeling incredibly miserable the day after, like I didn't have a friend in the world, completely betrayed by everyone I had ever known. I even went to the rehearsal space with a friend and played some really obnoxious Faces covers, which didn't help a lick. I had a solitary dinner of Pad Thai and Tom Ga soup in Chinatown, then decided to go drown my sorrows under the stacks in the local record shop. After looking at every single record in the bins,and deciding to leave the store with more than a few of them, I made my way to the counter to be rung up. There was this couple that were a little too cute for my liking there, not being in any sort of mood for cute couples at this particular juncture. All of a sudden I was being punched on the arm by the girl, who was way too cute, asking me what I was getting. This complete stranger was showing me more love than I had ever known, just with a simple punch. I shared my purchases and she reacted to the ones she liked by punching my arm. We both agreed that the Rolling Stones' Sway is one of their best. She then asked the clerk if they had any of the Belle and Sebastian EPs. It was then that the ball really got rolling, and she, the boy with her, and I had a great chat about B&S, the show in Boston that none of us got to see, and just became great friends for about three minutes, and then they were gone. Even though it was so short lived, it really made my night, and saved me from extreme self-pity, and I was able to return to just a normal dose of self-pity. All because of this little pop band that I've never seen from some place I've never been. It was pretty special. On the subject of discovering, or rediscovering records for the first time; I wished that I had saved a Beatles record for many years from now. I couldn't imagine hearing the White Album or something for the first time again. I think I ruined it by hearing it for the first time when I was six. If I ever have kids I'm going to save some great albums to spring on them just when they think there is nothing left to hear by some particular artists. On the subject of Douglas Coupland, I was really embarrassed to be reading Generation X on the train. I had to put the book in a brown bag. I found Shampoo Planet even more worthless, and the Life after God didn't change my mind at all. I had to cut my losses here, so I didn't read Microserfs or Girlfriend in a Coma. Okay, I hope I didn't make too awful of a first impression. I hope you'll have me back some time. I'm here in Boston in the states, and if there are any of you local feel free to drop me a line, particularly for the New Year. Take Care. Robert Morris winboog(a)gis.net +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Re: Sinister: looper
by David Clewett 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

pardon me, but do any of you crazy folks happen to know of a good English translation of Dostoevsky's "the devils"? i think i am ready to start reading his works again and i it would be great to start of with a decent translation. the first time i read notes from underground (i can't remember who translated it) the translation was poo-poo. thanks, eddie HotBot - Search smarter. http://www.hotbot.com +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Sinister: Tigersticks
by Laurent de GUELL 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

hi ! and happy new year ! ten days receiving lovely mails that makes i pistpost about the tindersticks (damned !): i love them, think i am going to steal from the town library the Carmen album (i forgot the title of this pure barock gem), i've got the curtain one but it is little less, in my opinion. about b&s and new year now: cat appearing around a door: think of a question and call for your cat. If his right paws appears first around the door, the answer to your question is yes. If the left paw is first, the answer is no - that works for tigers, too - this from the ailuromancy section "living and loving" - especially tonight leaving - lol +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Sinister: 999
by Ivo A P Escossia 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

Generation X HAPPY NEW YEAR 999 - the devil year ? Bye Bye 98. Let's face it...1998 was a bad year. I will not miss it. Mrs Murdoch Can i call you *mother* ? :o) ~~~^~^v^~^v^~^v^~^v^~v^~^v^~^v^~ Ivo A P Escossia +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Re: Sinister: Belle and Sebastian sheet music
by Ian MacDonald 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

I disagree with your assessment of Belle and Sebs music. Sheet is not the adjective that I'd use. Try fan-dabbi-dozi. +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Sinister: Happy Hogmany
by Ian MacDonald 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

It's 1'o clock. I've had two hours sleep. I've just been to the offy. I am drinking champagne. And Vodka/Kahlua/milk. Best not to waste the gift of two hands. I smell of roll ups. I have people with me who I love. The flat stinks. And more people I love are coming. This is my life today. I hope yours is as good. And I wish you all a happy new Year. No that's not enough. May you always love the life you lead and lead the life you love. +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Sinister: sent you away, what else can i do when i need something that much?
by Megan 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

happy new year's! i'm afraid i don't have too many happy past associations with the holiday, though i don't have unhappy ones either. it's just one of those holidays where one is expected to have a good time, and inevitably it just doesn't live up to societal expectations. my dad came home with a bunch of liquor, so i suppose it's drunkeness at the lehar datcha tonight. and videos. what a combo! anyway, first off people have been dissing (and asking about) the tindersticks. i'm listening to donkey's right now so i'm swept away. first off i simply adore the tindersticks, i've played each album an inordinate amount of times. right now i'm listening to donkeys, which is a rarities collection, thoughi could see it making a good starting place, as it has several singles from various periods in the band's history. course if you're in the us, it's an import so that sucks. i woulnd't use an import as a starting place, but if you already like the band it's very worth it, and i hate paying more than $10 for cds, ask anyone i go shopping with. anyway, the music reminds me of dancing. it reminds me of film noir, the two strangers who meet in a club and don't ask one another's name, but proceed to dance till dawn. sad songs that are exquisitely beautiful. i must caution you that i know a lot of people who are turned off by stuart's voice, it's low and rumbly and i seriously doubt that he's ever annunciated a word in his life. still, i think it adds to the sound of the band. i didn't like them right away, the tindersticks were a band i first heard when their first album came out, grew to like a song from the radio, then bought the second album. and it sort of crept up on me, somewhere after having it for over a year and listening to it with growing frequency i realized that i loved it hopelessly and have been a slave since. the music is beautifully orchestrated. so lovely. er, yes. so anyway, then someone said they liked d.h. lawrence. i read sons and lovers twice, first for myself, then for class, and didn't really like it either time. i can't get into the heads of his female characters, and i want to crack the male protagonist over the head with a large heavy object. my sister's currently studying it for an oral exam, so there are few happy associations with him in this house. actually, this is the fisrst time i've heard of anyone other than an english teacher liking him. ;) though perhaps i read the worst book, or lack some crucial understanding needed to enjoy it. you know, i've never heard quadrophenia or the white album in it's entirety. shall i be kicked off the list now? perhaps i'll pick it up at cd market if i go this weekend, yum, love them bulgarian bootlegs. not that i support that practice whatsoever. no way. er... so anyway, will i like it? i'm not wholly ignorant of music from the 50's - 60's, but most of what i know is what my parents have. they actually have most beatles albums but the white album. of their stuff, i like buddy holly best. and i must admit a soft spot for the carpenters, but who among you can hold out against the charms of karen's voice? now as long as i don't mention neil diamond i'm safe.... steve your dream reveals a complexity that i as yet have not been in contact with. i shall have to consult my books and charts before giving a proper diagnosis. and finally, welcome to new guy. we aren't elitists, we're just better than everybody else. i think the one week waiting period is a good idea, as it gives us a chance to scare away anyone who would like things like polite conversation or band information. for any newcomers, this list is about smut and nonsense, in that order. ask mr miller. xoxoxoxox megan +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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Sinister: Remember me? (B'dam b'dam g'ding da ding)
by Rory Mackie 31 Dec '98

31 Dec '98

Hello fruity chums! It is I (removes glasses) StayLuckyRory, back from self imposed exile in the real world, older, maybe a little wiser, weary and with many tales to tell. I can't tell you how good and shiny it feels to be back at my geeky netcafe with my spanking new hotmail account conversing again with all you strange and lovely people, good to see that Mark 'This is the Lower East side you mook!' Cassarato is posting again too! Mail me baby! That's it really, just wanted to say hello. See you in the next one, StayLuckyRoryxxx ______________________________________________________ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ +---+ Brought to you by the Sinister mailing list +---+ To send to the list please mail "sinister(a)majordomo.net". To unsubscribe send "unsubscribe sinister" or "unsubscribe sinister-digest" to "majordomo(a)majordomo.net". For list archives and searching, list rules, FAQ, poor jokes etc, see http://www.majordomo.net/sinister +---+ "legion of bedroom saddo devotees" +---+ +-+ "the cardie wearing biscuit nibbling belle & sebastian list" +-+ +----------------------------------------------------------------------+

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