Hmm...
Hey, been listening to a band that has the same vibe as SY... can't find much about them but there is a little at this link: http://tinyurl.com/6mqjao
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The best SYR since vol. 1
"J'Accuse Ted Hughes" is an amazing and infamous performance from the NYC GHOSTS & FLOWERS tour that complements that album perfectly. If you agreed with Pfork's review of said album, then stay away from this. But if you love the outersides of the Youth, then dig right in. Side B is a near-ambient piece that serves as the appropriate comedown.
Their most experimental release in a while
The first track will smack you in the face, the second track explores very rare territory for Sonic Youth - ambient music. Please download this!
Experimenting at their best
These little recordings from their offshoot label are the best SY recordings (aside from the streaming mixtapes on their Website) because they don't have to satisfy the requriments of a "record," which often fall short because, frankly, I find "songs" boring. Thus I love this latest.
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