Thursday 23 May 2013

Acoustic slot on Giel 23rd May 2013 (Complete Collection)

Tom and Russell turned up at 3FM on Giel, 23rd of May 2013 to have a chat and to perform a song from the then upcoming Weight of Your Love album, as well as an old favourite from ITLAOTE and the ever-wonderful Smokers. All the footage was originally aired in separate parts, but I've assembled everything together here for one single video. It begins with an introduction and interview with Tom and Russell. It's mostly chat about TWOYL which contains references to some earlier shows you may be interested in hearing again:-

There's an interesting segment where live versions of TWOYL songs are being played live, and they have to guess the location of the performance. It's so weird seeing Tom and Russell listening to The Sting from the Royal Albert Hall, and I think it's mostly due to the mythical status that we as fans have placed upon that recording. If you haven't listened to that show already, get busy with the link above. It's too damn good. I'm also very impressed by Tom's bootleg knowledge, given the speed at which he was able to pick out his version of Nothing from the Nashville videos when it's played. Kudos, Sir.

Musically, there is something to be said for just taking everything back to the  fundamentals. To remove all the studio garnishing and leave the bare bones to give an idea of how these songs all got started. Tom on guitar and vocals and Russell providing the keys does just that, and it sounds brilliant. 
Lastly, and by way of some bonus material, Tom and Russell  answer some inquiries sent in by listeners to 3FM. Ahhhh, the general public. Give them an opportunity to ask their favourite bands some questions, to probe the minds of those they admire and they never disappoint you. After all, there's so much to learn in the world and who better to enlighten you than those you hold in the highest esteem? Thrill, as Mr Smith and King Leetch debate a response to inquiries  like "Boxers or briefs?", or "Boobs or ass?". You may have only thought it before but this is definitive confirmation once and for all that, as a species, we're an unmitigated and unapologetic disaster. Hooray! Enjoy the collection ;)

Interview + Intro
Nothing
Papillon
Smokers
Q&A with Tom and Russell 
stream it here

 MP3s 
Nothing- download here
Papillon - download here
Smokers - download here

brought to you with lots and lots of lemming-love :) x
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