Colossal Youth

[gordonzola]

I see that there is going to be a 33 1/3 for Young Marble Giants “Colossal Youth” album. I love this album but don't know if I want to read this book. The minimalist mystery of this album is what always intrigued me. When I first heard it, I just couldn't understand where it came from or how it existed. I hear it now and even though its filled

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[villagecharm]

Glad to see you back in these parts. I loved this post, and I love that record. "Final Day" is one of my all-time favorite songs by anyone, and I'm with you: not sure a book could add anything to my experience of this music. I could see a novel or collection of short stories working, but not a straightforward critical/journalistic approach.

[gordonzola]

LJ is still the perfect place to write like no one is reading.

[gypsyecks]

i'm so terrible at music that i've never heard of this band or album before. but i liked all the things i clicked/listened to, so thanks for sharing. good stuff. :)

[lli]

Heh. Thanks for reminding me about "Wanna Buy A Bridge?"
I just went down an internet hole looking for covers of YMG songs.