Abnormal Freak
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It's a neat idea, is it not? I think so...so screw you if you say otherwise.
So anyhow...Self's this fantastical pop rock band, lead by Matt Mahaffey, who writes, performs, and produces most of the music, and sings too. He's got a very cool sound...and writes excellent hook-filled pop tunes. And he's got this fascination with Prince...
So, Self's fourth album is all performed with toy instruments, with other toys making, you know, other noises 'n' stuff. Toy drum kits, guitars, keyboards, etc. (The CD insert has a list of all the toys.) Of course, there's also some manipulation of the sounds, what with the way it's produced and all...but still, it's very unique how Gizmodgery was done.
I'd think maybe people here would like it. Maybe.
Self CDs are rare, by the way. Out of print, except Subliminal Plastic Motives and Breakfast with Girls (both also very good albums). And there's another one that should have come out, is all finished...but there are label disputes, so as of now, it's unreleased.
If you'd like to hear some Self by LEGAL means, you can always go to Selfmusic.net and Selfies. The former is the official site, and has a jukebox with a lot of B-sides (and they're all great; I especially enjoy the first one that plays, "No B-sides"). The latter is an affiliate, and has lots of info and MP3 downloads--live tracks, Internet-only albums, stuff like that. Check that stuff out.
If anyone's interested, I could rip the 3 CDs I have and put them up on Soulseek or give 'em to you through AIM. |
