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Breaking From Your Kiss To Turn Up A Pop Song

Posted over 2 years ago
If I wasn't convinced with Bang Bang Rock 'n' Roll, I'm now completely convinced: Eddie Argos is my new patron saint. I listened to the new album It's A Bit Complicated yesterday, and I found it difficult to suppress a goofy smile as he sang his stories of being in love with pop music. Opening track "Pump Up The Volume" made me laugh out loud, as he talked about "breaking from a kiss, to turn up a pop song". Not that I have ever done that, but let's just say that I don't play music while trying to be intimate, for just that reason.Hope this balances out the last post. :)
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Comments (19)

  1. gympumpkin
    gympumpkin says I have heard a few songs off the album (I haven't listened to it all the way through yet) but I love the songs I have heard so far. I saw them do "Direct Hit" live, and it was awesome.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  2. Dale
    Dale says I think it's every bit as good as the debut, no joke.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  3. Joxley
    Joxley says Reason #5736 to have a remote control
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  4. Puffmagic
    Puffmagic says For some reason I never got into Art Brut, mostly for the same reason I never got into The Streets: that cockney British accent. Sounds great when spoken in films, sounds great when singing in songs, sounds not so great spoken in songs. Or maybe I don't like spoken word music in general, I can't tell. The point is, this track is making me rethink my position on Art Brut. So, thanks a lot you bastard.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  5. Me and the Horse I Rode In On
    Me and the Horse I Rode In On says I agree with everything Puffmagic wrote..........and I also think this song is so damn good.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  6. chucky
    chucky says Haha....Art Brut needs a mog page. Born moggers.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  7. SA
    SA says Same as Gympumpkin, listened to a couple of the songs, and really liking it, but haven't gotten around to listening to the full album yet (blame Editors eh ;)) Was thinking of going to their concert, but it is on a Sunday, and since I have free train transportation on weekdays, but have to pay on Sundays, that's a bit too expensive for me. Same for Modest Mouse, which is on a Saturday. Come on guys, get here during weekdays, much more fun for students. ;)
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  8. Anna
    Anna says After MOG, I think I won't be able to get intimate without music, lol. Thanks, bro, though I have this album, I haven't given it a spin yet, so this is first listen for me as well.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  9. Neill
    Neill says What becomes of the broken hearted? They're drunk for a few weeks And then back where they started So pass me the wine, a cigarette too We’ve about a week and half to get through. CLASS ;)
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  10. Marigold
    Marigold says Dale! I am converted! This song has got to be the anthem for all music nerds in relationships. Thanks. great song!
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  11. Dale
    Dale says That's it, Puff's going on the widget, muwahahahaha! You're next, Henry. No joke, Ash, why aren't they on here yet? Stef, they're playing near you, and bus fare's what stopping you?!? GO NOW! Hang on, am I +encouraging+ you to go to a Sunday concert? Just remember to start with the volume up, sis. Aw geez, now I'm encouraging Anna being intimate. I really need to stop now. Yup Neill, that Eddie Argos has a way with words. Between him and Alex Turner, there's a glut of really good lyricists now, something that's been long missing. Apparently, the Church of Argos' membership is swelling. :D
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  12. kristiana
    kristiana says "Argos’ membership is swelling", now now! Art Brut, good. No music during lovemaking, bad! But I guess you have a point. Imagine getting up to flip a record!
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  13. Dale
    Dale says HAHAHAHA K, you naughty naughty girl!
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  14. Lizziegreeneyes
    Lizziegreeneyes says You mean there is such a thing as intimacy with_OUT_ music ... that's just wrong. My EX had to have the TV on - my joke was & still is, our song was the news theme to CH 6 ACTION NEWS ... Right, I know - why did I date him ??? ... momentary lapse of reason, sanity, self-respect ... gahead - feel free to add ;) Funny sidenote - Jim Gardner is the anchor - looks like he's in his 70s - probably is close to that ... I saw him at a party at the King of Prussia mall that I organized & he was with this really pretty young lady & three little ones in tow - complimented him on his grandchildren - he says, "These aren't my _GRANDCHILDREN_ - *I don't HAVE grandchildren* ..." oops ... +_Jim - it's called Just for Men gel_+ ;P
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  15. Dale
    Dale says Cue The Modern Lovers' "Roadrunner" here. "Oh honey, tonight we'll try Interpol." Somehow, I don't think that'll fly.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  16. blueone51
    blueone51 says This all so post-modern. I got this cd several days ago but, what with the holiday and all, did get around to listening to it. So I listen to the cut posted here first and then double back to the actual physical object that I own. Love the way this works.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  17. kristiana
    kristiana says Oh dear, Lizzie, oh dear!
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  18. 1234chainsaw
    1234chainsaw says I hate to be the party poop (why do I feel that's all too often my role here?), but I've spun the record about five times with pretty close attention. Musically, there never was much going on in Art Brut. Whatever strengths they have are in lyrics and Argos's delivery. On this record, (1) most of the songs are musically more boring than songs on the debut and (2) most lyrics, though still exceptionally funny and perceptive on occasion (you guys have collectively quoted most of the best parts), are overall less clever than on debut. Too often, Argos sounds too earnest. Under (1), the reason is mostly that the guitar riffs sound just tired and dashed. Mostly you can tell what's coming from the opening bars, and in this case the predictability is no fun. "Nag Nag Nag Nag" is the standout track, very few others come close. I'm sure that in concert none of this will be a problem. On record, it most definitely is.
    Permalink posted 05/29/2007
  19. Mike the Knife
    Mike the Knife says Dunno, 'saw. This is mighty clever/catchy. It's enough to get me going for more. If I'm disappointed, feel free to say "Told ya so."
    Permalink posted 05/30/2007

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