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Release date: 13-03-2008 2008 lp 13-track limite edition, The idiosynchratic finish trio, back with guitar-based spaced-out bohemian blues-rock and proto-garage-psychedelia, produced by Kramer (Galaxie 500, Daniel Johnston, Ween, Bongwater, a.m.o) Tracks: 01 - Suburban Ladyland 02 - Crazy Meat 03 - Lizard 04 - Angouleme 2036 05 - Sky Girl 06 - Zombie 07 - Aquarius Zero 08 - Garbage Land 09 - Summer Triangle 10 - Smileys Are Not Enough 11 - Blue And Purple 12 - Refrain From The Refrain 13 - The Others
Recorded in just 10 days at the band’s own Altai studios 22-Pistepirkko step forward with their idea of impressive simplicity, lively trio-playing and good melodies. After periods of heavy experiments in electronic production work, their current concept of keeping things simple was already their approach for the Drops+Kicks (2005) album sessions. Now, with the new album one can hear it in full bloom. P-K Keränen’s vocals and guitar playing have gathered depth that one doesn’t hear too often. Additionally, drummer Espe Haverinen simplified his playing to a great effect and sings more touching songs then on any other album. Asko Keränen's sonic bass, weird organs and effects add a room with a view, so specific 22pp and just right for producer Kramer to play with those bits and pieces in a most gentle and subtle way. Chris Bailey of The Saints heard it and wrote: "From the first bars of the opening track you know you are in for a treat, this record is MAGIC. Unlike most recordings these days the album is more than just a collection of random tunes constructed to fit the usual music business marketing straitjacket - it is in fact a tour de force through the very unique musical landscape of 22-PP. Each song has its own personality and reference point which should defy inclusion on the same album yet all combine to create an astonishing journey through all that is glorious about pop music. ...a stupendous piece of work!"
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