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Peter Murphy and David J celebrate Bauhaus’ Ruby Anniversary @ the Novo on 02.28.19

Peter Murphy & David J celebrate Bauhaus' 40th anniversary @ the Novo on 02.28.19.
I was on the fence about this one. I almost skipped it. I've seen Peter Murphy a number of times. He's never been bad. But he can be great. He also has off nights. Seen a few of those too. I've also been fortunate enough to catch Bauhaus for the last few reunions, as well …

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Dead Souls

Peter Hook & the Light perform Joy Division's "Dead Souls" @ the the Wiltern on 09.24.16.
Yesterday, a friend of mine texted that he'd watched the film "The Crow" for the first time, and really enjoyed the soundtrack. He singled out a couple of tracks, one of which pertains to today's posting. It's an alternative post-punk goth classic titled "Dead Souls," originally recorded by Joy Division in 1981, then covered by …

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Zola Jesus’ “Soak”

Zola Jesus. Photo by Tim Saccenti / Michael Cina; sourced from artist's Facebook.
Hmmm … I figured Zola Jesus' haunting single "Soak" would be a fitting follow-up to yesterday's post on Anna Calvi's "Swimming Pool." Both tend to complement each other tonally. They're equally intense, passionate, and experimental in approach. And both women are powerful vocalists, hinting at darker shades with gothic undertones. Zola Jesus, who's real name …

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Second Still’s “Sleep”

Second Still. Photo sourced from artist's Facebook.
I intended to post this last night.  But it just wasn't happening.  You know … brain freeze, writer's block, just plain tired ... call it what you will.  So Saturday morning it is.  Second Still is more suited to an evening listen, particularly the mercurial single "Sleep," hence my introduction.  This track reminds me of …

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