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Kinski Saves the Day

Posted almost 5 years ago
Question:What do you get when you combine a last-minute phone call, a good-intentioned friend with unfortunate taste in music, a ticket to a teeny-bopper concert, six 8- to 11-year old girls, and an auditorium filled with the aroma of sugary sweet lipgloss, pink cellphones and overenthusiastic like-oh-mi-god chatter? Answer:One cranky and upright comatose mogger by the name of goodmusiconly, standing for over three hours listening to talentless wonders churn out drivel. Problem:What does said mogger do to vanquish the aural badness from her head?Solution:Listen to Kinski, and lots of it.*Kinski* is a four-piece experimental post-rock/avante-rock band out of Seattle who formed in 1999. I was introduced to them by fellow mogger Amy Honey last year, just a few months before they released Down Below It's Chaos, a fuzzy, driving, droning -- and at times nearly shoegazey -- album that echoes elements of both Sonic Youth and Mogwai (two bands I love). Low on vocals, high on instrumentation, with a mixture of garageyness and ambient noise, it's a great album that came in especially handy last night when I wanted to hear something with, well ... balls. Turn up the volume and check out "Crybaby Blowout", plus a few more tracks coming at you in comments, including a couple picks from earlier albums. A handful of free mp3s can be snagged on the "SubPop website":http://www.subpop.com/artists/kinski. Thank you Kinski ... I feel much better now.
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Comments (42)

  1. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says Plan, Steal, Drive Give it time, it lights up. ~JH2h6ezOVkV.mp3~
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  2. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says Punching Goodbye out Front ~b9qUgPYC4OT.mp3~
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  3. Misstee
    Misstee says Oh my...what were you subjected to?
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  4. contrabandwidth
    contrabandwidth says Did you get a case of Hannah Montana syndrome?
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  5. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says Fortunately not, Hannah Montana would have been worse. It was more having to endure the opening acts for three hours while Colbie Caillat's tour bus was delayed (I hadn't even heard of her until yesterday). Heading into the fourth hour, I bailed with the two youngest girls before the headliner even got there. Gah! let's hear more Kinski. :) Party from Space Launch for Frenchie ~YSrRE8Jjvo6.mp3~
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  6. Mike the Knife
    Mike the Knife says Colbie Caillat? She's got Mileys to go before she's a real star... Meanwhile, Kinski!!! That smokes! That's tuff! That's the stuff! (Eat your hearts out, Klaus and Nastassja...)
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  7. Pop Savant
    Pop Savant says You need to take the kids to your concerts...Flaming Lips (but not with Ween a little too mature (or immature) perhaps? Polyphonic Spree? The Cure and R.E.M. are coming to Red Rocks that would be good...What do I know i don't have any little ones running around...I just know what my brother takes his little ones too.
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  8. dachmo
    dachmo says I can't even picture the scene and then the tour bus was late! Hahaaaaww Gawd I'm sure the opening bands were miserable too! Did you get a flat on the way home because that would've been a fitting way to end the evening. I'm glad you toughed it out though. Remember young grasshopper, what does not kill you only makes you stronger!
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  9. fistula spume
    fistula spume says Kinski's good stuff. Sorry about what sounds like a lousy ordeal. Reminds me of when I was 15 and I got tricked into going to a theme park with people I didn't know very well only to find out it was also for a giant Christian rock concert. Needless to say I went back to the bus to hang out with the kids that smoked cigarettes and waited for the show to end.
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  10. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says *Mike* I swear somebody must have it in for us. C'mon, was Billy Ray not bad enough?! Glad the Kinski has your ears a'fire! (and from what I understand they actually are named after Klaus.) *Mark* Believe me, I make it a priority for them to hear the good stuff; this was kind of a fluke in that they were invited by their friend's family and I/we felt obligated to go. When my daughter got home later I asked her what she thought. All she had to say was, "Well. it wasn't The White Stripes!!" The Cure at Red Rocks, now there's an idea ... :) *David* There was enough bubble-gum scent following us to fix that flat. I am strong now, thank you Master Kan! *Sam* hah, that's the Amway sales technique applied to religion, sneaky bastids! I would have been smoking on the bus with you.
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  11. Zeroskilz
    Zeroskilz says Never heard of Kinski. I, unfortunately, have a friend who likes Colbie. Since I like music and she thought Colbie was sooo good, I had to hear it. Nice voice; terrible music. I don't know how you made it to the fourth hour just waiting for her to show up. You are tougher than I.
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  12. allenblakecassady
    allenblakecassady says they sure as hell know how to climax! I really enjoy them as I enjoy Explosions in the Sky Also, if you want to hear some crazy climax try godspeed you black emperor!
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  13. darmuzz
    darmuzz says I feel fortunate that my daughter didn't go the bubblegum route. At worst, she listened to J-Pop for a year. Now she ransacks my music collection routinely. I am enjoying it while it lasts.
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  14. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says *Mike* Glad to have introduced you to Kinski ... that was my main objective through all the whining. My job here is done! :) (You like?) *abc* I have heard much about GYBE; I'll take your lead and look into them further. Thanks for stopping by! *dar* I'm fortunate my girls don't go for the bubblegum either; they hear the twee stuff from their friends but they don't dig it. When we're in the car and the radio is on I test them to see if they know who the artist is. The other day my 8 year old says, "This is The Clash!" She was right; I was so proud.
    Permalink posted 02/13/2008
  15. FluxCapacitor
    FluxCapacitor says Erin, you big crybaby, that's an absolutely incredible tune! But I'll reserve judgement until I see their dance routines.
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  16. Bartleby
    Bartleby says Likey tunies, thankie GMO. Now, I think a stricter parental censorship is required - I feel quite fortunate to have only me, myself and I to blame for any rubbish I choose to listen to.
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  17. HelenMarie
    HelenMarie says Excellent remedy! But, did you pack your meds for the bopper concert? How funny that would be to see you at the show with headphones on!
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  18. Dale
    Dale says Oh, the horror! You poor thing! Thank goodness Kinski came to the rescue. That new album is positively delicious, and works a treat for blowing away lame nu-metal (my oldest's weapon of choice) just as well as bubblegum.
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  19. Cody B
    Cody B says That first tune was fuzz heaven,dug it..My six year old is unfortunately really big on the chipmunks right now.
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  20. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says *Colin* They're tears of a clown, what can I say? They do have some slick dance moves if you know where to find them (nudge nudge, wink wink, say no more!). *Michael* If there is such a thing as Bartleby Rubbish it must smell like roses compared to any other kind! *Sunny H* God I wish I'd thought of that, where were you when I needed you?! *Dale* I suppose I couldn't have made it all the way through unscathed, but there's a first -- and last -- time for everything. The EMCDing of the children will continue on as planned. ;) *Cody* I'm so sorry ... I hope you have a good set of earplugs?!
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  21. Groon
    Groon says I'm liking this a whole lot . . . Sorry about your debacle. I was snared into an Audio Adrenaline/Newsboys show many years back. The sad part was I didn't mind the Christian rock thing at the time and I STILL knew that I wa watching pure, unadulterated suck. Glad you made it back alive!
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  22. Betherz247
    Betherz247 says Finally someone to share my pain with I get to endure the lovely Hannah Montana movie this weekend, my sister and niece are driving 4 hours (yes four freakin hours) to see the movie because it doesn't play in Iowa and she had the pleasure of purchasing me a ticket.....however it is dark in theaters and I do have black headphones..... Glad to see you made it out alive though, there is hope! Wish me luck
    Permalink posted 02/14/2008
  23. Marigold
    Marigold says I am starting this new thing where I download the record first and then I read your review. ;) This is awesome, I loved all three of these songs....now to go take the whole record in. Thanks to you dearie! Your taste in music is way better then your friends. :)
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  24. Marigold
    Marigold says when I say three songs...I mean 4 songs. ;)
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  25. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says *Groon* Oh man, I've never even heard of Audio Adrenaline, I must really be a heathen. "I STILL knew that I was watching pure, unadulterated suck." hahaha! *Beth* Four hours to see the Hannah Montana movie??? I suggest you pretend you're driving to the theater and instead take them to the nearest psych ward! I feel for ya, my friend. Please let us know if you make it to the other side? ;) *Mike* I knew you would eat this stuff up, my little kitty. Another scratch mark on the post then. Rawr! :)
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  26. Marigold
    Marigold says I am devouring it so quick I am chocking! report for Heimlich duty! I think you are trying to kill me.
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  27. Marigold
    Marigold says I am pretty sure I mean choking..
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  28. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says I'm glad you clarified, because I have been "doing some research":http://www.petplace.com/cats/heimlich-for-your-cat/page1.aspx!
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  29. Marigold
    Marigold says I hope I spelled Heimlich right. shit, If I am choking, let me die. Then pour a nice hearty beer on me and then set me on fire.
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  30. HelenMarie
    HelenMarie says You 3 are killing me!!! When I say 3... I mean 2.
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  31. Marigold
    Marigold says how about us three?! ;)
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  32. HelenMarie
    HelenMarie says
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  33. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says Great, now I'm responsible for killing both of you! Mike, why would I waste a perfectly good beer on a dead man? Besides, you're worth more to me alive. ;)
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  34. Marigold
    Marigold says SunnyD. You always assume I am being perverted. I meant a threesome heimlich maneuver. Sheesh. Erin. you are so kind.
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  35. Marigold
    Marigold says Erin, I should say that it would not be a waste if it was my last dieing request, would it?
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  36. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says Wouldn't you rather it went down your gullet than your shirt? But while we're on the subject, yes I have been known to spill beer on someone for much less than a dying request. I agree with Helen, it's perverted.
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  37. Marigold
    Marigold says Erin! That is hilarious. I am so stealing that image. muhahahahah. No! It is *only* perverted if I am in the middle. :P
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  38. Marigold
    Marigold says oh, and to answer your question about the beer. If I am dead, I doubt that I would care where you pour it. Heck, if you don't want to waste it, drink it in my honor.
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  39. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says hah, right! I forgot that small detail. Alright let's compromise, I'll pour half on you and drink the other half myself. Then I'll play this Kinski song in your memory. oh, how apropos! Your Lights Are Out (Or Burning Badly) from Airs Above Your Station ~ypKCvNAlKny.mp3~
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  40. goodmusiconly
    goodmusiconly says Or perhaps that last one washed down whatever you were choking on and you'll be sticking around, which would be much more preferable. :)
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  41. Marigold
    Marigold says Thanks for the song. I think it to be a fitting song for my demise. I must admit, I am a bit to young to be checking out just yet. Kinski sure knows how to sneak up on you before the bludgeon you with their GoMD.
    Permalink posted 02/15/2008
  42. Jonh Ingham
    Jonh Ingham says "Well it wasn't The White Stripes"! That girl of your is gonna be OK.
    Permalink posted 02/17/2008

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