Tracks:
01. Black Book
02. Phantasies
03. Jo Jo's Jacket
04. Church On White
05. The Hook
06. Discretion Grove
07. Troubble
08. Pink India
09. Trojan Curfew
10. Vague Space
11. Jenny & The Ess Dog
12. Deado
13. Sin Taxi
14. Leisurely Poison
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Bringing Home the Ashes is not only one of the best albums of the '80s, it's one of the finest recordings of all time. That may sound like hype, but it isn't. Vocalist Paul Simpson (ex-Care) and guitarist Jeremy Kelly (the Lotus Eaters) aim for the stars; this is heartmeltingly seductive and ethereal New Wave pop that will soar from your speakers like a phoenix. Songs like Archangels and Whirlpool Heart accelerate at hyperspeed, guitars jangling dreamily to the poetic imagery of Simpson's golden-voiced swoon. Bitterness is one of the most emotionally uplifting songs ever written; a smile is guaranteed. There's not one bad track on Bringing Home the Ashes; there's not even a song which is merely average. Once the Wild Swans take flight, it's an unforgettable ride. Filipino New Wavers of the XB, NU, and BM era have been singing the Wild Swans' praises for years; now it's time for everyone else to catch up. - Michael Sutton (XB_102FM@yahoo.com)
Musically the album is heavier and dirtier than the band's previous recordings. While the band retained its punk and hardcore punk roots, there was more emphasis on heavy metal than before. It was produced by Butch Vig, who is renowned for his work with bands such as Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Sonic Youth, and later Garbage.
Orange and Lemons was a Filipino pop rock band formed in 1999. The band name "Oranges and Lemons" was initially recommended by a former member of the group. Apparently the band was not aware at that time that the name was actually derived from a British nursery rhyme and a title of an album by the British band "XTC". So they changed it to "Orange and Lemons".
Formed in 1986, Identity Crisis became one of the pioneering alternative bands in the Philippines. Their signature sound, catchy melodies, gothic outfits and mysterious identities has made the band an underground favorite garnering fans from all over the country. Releasing their first album in 1987, “Tale of Two”, has reshaped Philippine music. From appearing on TV variety shows to performing live concerts nationwide, Identity Crisis, was nominated in the prestigious ALIW Awards for Best New Artist.
The haunting voice of Paul Simpson injects every track with emotional weight; whether he is trying to convey joy or sorrow, his icy baritone chills to the bone. His vocals combine Scott Walker's lonely croon with the brooding angst of Ian McNabb from fellow Liverpudlians the Icicle Works.
(Michael Sutton, All-Music Guide)
The Wild Swans have not to date recorded any charting hits or albums, but they have enjoyed a degree of success and/or cult status in the US, Germany, UK, Japan, and especially the Philippines. The Wild Swans also spun off two charting splinter projects; Care and The Lotus Eaters. Members of The Wild Swans have also been members of such Liverpool-based UK chart acts as Echo & The Bunnymen, The Icicle Works, The Woodentops and The Lightning Seeds.
They are best known for the 2006 single "Young Folks", which featured Victoria Bergsman, formerly of The Concretes, and was a top 20 hit in the UK Singles Chart, as well as being featured in football video game FIFA 08 and the singing game Lips. It was also named NME's second-best track of 2006, beaten only by "Over and Over" by Hot Chip.[2] In Australia it was voted number 16 in the annual Triple J Hottest 100 for 2006.
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