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Conference marvin::uk_music

Title:The UK Music Conference
Notice:Welcome (back) to UK_MUSIC on node MARVIN.
Moderator:RDGENG::CROOK
Created:Mon Mar 28 1988
Last Modified:Fri Jun 06 1997
Last Successful Update:Fri Jun 06 1997
Number of topics:1381
Total number of notes:39269

1344.0. "The Prodigy" by CBHVAX::CBH (Mr. Creosote) Mon Apr 01 1996 22:22

Time for a Prodigy note, I think.

So, what's the opinion of the UK_MUSIC contributors of the Prodigy's latest 
effort, Firemaker (I think, my memory's not what it was!)  This recording sees 
Keith's first attempt on vocals, and a fine effort he makes too, in my opinion 
at least.  The new song is very `Poison'-ish (another of their singles, not 
the Ponce Metal band!), which is a good thing really, I much prefer that sort 
of stuff to some of the older Dance/Rave material they used to do.

Apparently there's no signs of a new album yet, although possibly someone 
could set me straight on this matter?  I'd be interested to know what the 
general `feel' of the thing is.

Chris.
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1344.1Nuff saidCHEFS::BEATRX::WHITEHEADJHug my pillowTue Apr 02 1996 12:033
    It's a terrible song.
    
    Goldy.
1344.2\CHEFS::CONNELLAI Took That and PartiedTue Apr 02 1996 12:323
    Absolutley toilet
    
    Andrea
1344.3CHEFS::HANDLEY_IDo unto others...then split!Tue Apr 02 1996 13:2215
    
    Well I beg to disagree, much as this track might be an acquired taste
    it is certainly not "toilet" (Anyone who likes take that as much as
    Andrea does would certainly find it an experience though).  It's very
    much like "poison" but with a slightly less hip-hop egde to it and a
    bit more of a dancy feel than their other efforts in this vain.  It is
    indeed Keith's first stab at vocals, and although he's no Otis Redding
    he certainly does the necessary.  I like this single.  Fabulous to
    drive to.
    
    I predict an album release within three months.
    
    
    
    I.
1344.4Bah Humbug !!!CHEFS::RUTHERFORDII've been seen with FABIO !!!Tue Apr 02 1996 13:378
    A steaming pile of poo !!!
    
    And that last note wasn't much better !!
    
    
    Hugs,
    
    	Ian.
1344.5CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 02 1996 13:467
    I think the album is due in May sometime.  I like the track.  Its not a
    sit down and listen to piece, its a play loud and swing your pants kind
    of thing.  I like to play it in the car and put my foot down a little,
    and scare the **** out of people on the Bstoke ring road.  Gotta be one
    of lifes little pleasures.
    
    Mikef
1344.6IMHO of course!CHEFS::CROSSAWhat a splendid weekend!Tue Apr 02 1996 13:557
    I'm with Mikef + Ian H on this. Not a blinder of a track but still
    better than the poo that was number 1 prior to this! If the album
    follows in the steps of "......jilted generation" it will be a buy 
    on day of release for me.
    
    		
    			Stretch. 
1344.7CHEFS::UKARCHIVINGyour file in their handsTue Apr 02 1996 14:0013
    Having been a bit of a fan since the 'Music for the Jilted Generation',
    i.e. not very long, I am mightily impressed with the new effort. I
    think that Liam Howlett has managed to get away from the rather picky
    and elitist dance scene and is achieving his aim of attracting a more
    'rock/lager' type audience. Firestarter and Underworld's Born Slippy
    (as heard on Trainspotting soundtrack) are 2 of the most exciting and
    up for it dance records I have heard for ages.
    
    dickie.
    
    PS anything before Jilted Generation is not my cup of cha.
    PPS Top of the Pops (alledgedly) had 50 complaints about Keith's
    interesting facial metal work. 
1344.8CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 02 1996 14:0410
    I've not heard any of the Prodigy stuff prior to this...is Jilted
    Generation any good?  I always avoided it because I didnt like the
    cover artwork.  
    
    re-1
    
    Have you heard the new Underworld album (second toughest in the
    Infants?).
    
    Mikef
1344.9Bit of a back problem !!CHEFS::RUTHERFORDII've been seen with FABIO !!!Tue Apr 02 1996 14:057
    Certainly agree with you about "Born Slippy".
    
    I do 'get down' for that one. In fact, I get so far down, I can't get
    back up again !!
    
    
    Ian.
1344.10RIOT01::SUMMERFIELDRobomandog - Third State of BeingTue Apr 02 1996 14:055
    Personally, I like it. As Mikef said, it's very much a swing your pants
    type of track. Good driving music as long as you aren't in the
    slightest bit bothered about having your license endorsed.
    
    Balders
1344.11CBHVAX::CBHMr. CreosoteTue Apr 02 1996 14:077
>    and elitist dance scene and is achieving his aim of attracting a more
>    'rock/lager' type audience. Firestarter and Underworld's Born Slippy

does he mean me?  Anyway, of course, it's `Firestarter', I thought someone 
would've put me right before now!

Chris.
1344.12CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 02 1996 14:243
    Does that make me a 'vague/coffee' type of audience?  
    
    mikef
1344.13CHEFS::HANDLEY_IDo unto others...then split!Tue Apr 02 1996 15:009
    
    Here's a thought for you:
    
    I heard a few DJ's being interviewed on Kiss FM the other day and one
    of them said (and probably quite rightly) that we didn't need a "sex
    pistols" comeback because the prodge (as those in the know like to call
    them :) are emerging as punk for the 90's.
    
    I.
1344.14CHEFS::UKARCHIVINGyour file in their handsTue Apr 02 1996 15:249
    re .8
    
    Music For The Jilted Generation is an excellent album, for
    dancing/'chillin/driving/whatever. A nice variety of styles, from big
    hip-hop drums (poison), crunchy loud guitars (Their Law (a
    collaboration with PWEI)), and skankin' dub type stuff (Narcotic
    Suite). All in all an excellent listen, best served loud.
    
    dickie.
1344.15CHEFS::PANESLife is a displacement activityTue Apr 02 1996 16:4713
   <<< Note 1344.8 by CHEFS::FIDDLER_M "The sense of being dulls my mind" >>>

    
>    Have you heard the new Underworld album (second toughest in the
>    Infants?).
    
    Mikef,

    I have heard one track, and thought it was rather good. Is all their stuff
    sort of "ambient songs"?

    Stuart

1344.16CHEFS::CROSSATree, Tree, Tree Hugger!Tue Apr 02 1996 17:055
    No it is not all ambient tosh thank goodness. Songs to swing your pants
    too are to be found on the albums.
    
    
    			Stretch.
1344.17CHEFS::STRATFORDSGroovy, Laidback &amp; NastyTue Apr 02 1996 17:424
    I would, belatedly, like to add my view that the song is absolutely,
    completely and utterly toilet.
    
    Stuart 
1344.18CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 02 1996 17:423
    Hey Stuart - tell us what you think!
    
    m
1344.19CHEFS::HANDLEY_IDo unto others...then split!Tue Apr 02 1996 18:106
    
    Yeah, don't mince words, just come out and say it.
    
    
    
    I.
1344.20And he likes The Cardigans - The name was enough for him !!!CHEFS::CROSSATree, Tree, Tree Hugger!Tue Apr 02 1996 18:1911
    Without getting ageist (oh alright I am going to!) Mr Stratford taste may
    be tainted due to the effect the ageing process has had on his:-
    
    a) ears
    
    b) tastebuds
    
    c) understanding of yoof music!!!
    
    
    				Stretch.
1344.21Hey, sunshine, you may be smoking too muchCHEFS::STRATFORDSGroovy, Laidback &amp; NastyTue Apr 02 1996 18:2810
    	Tafio,
    
        May one respectfully point out that you and I are the same age...
    
        >b) tastebuds
    
        Eh? I listen to music not eat it. Maybe you need to investigate the
        contents of the illicit substances which you are being sold...
    
        Stuart
1344.22CBHVAX::CBHMr. CreosoteTue Apr 02 1996 18:314
Well I don't care what all the dissenters say (excluding Andrea, I mean, who 
can take a TT fan seriously? :), I think that Firestarter is grate.

Chris.
1344.23It's still crap thoughCHEFS::CONNELLAI Took That and PartiedTue Apr 02 1996 18:355
    Oi !! Cheeky git..I know more about music than you ever...never mind I
    can't be bothered
    
    Andrea
        
1344.24AhemCHEFS::CONNELLAI Took That and PartiedTue Apr 02 1996 18:363
    Sorry meant to put a smiley, honest Chris..
    
    Andrea
1344.25CHEFS::UKARCHIVINGyour file in their handsTue Apr 02 1996 18:371
    If only How Deep Is Your Love had been hearth as good.
1344.26Or should I shout a little louder you hearing impaired old.......CHEFS::CROSSATree, Tree, Tree Hugger!Tue Apr 02 1996 18:469
    .25 - Don't be starting that ::SOAPBOX pun nonsense in here, Dickie!!!!
    
    Stratto - If you are even *one* day older than me (which you are) I
    class you as an out of touch, zimmer frame using, old *git*. ergo I am
    well within my rights to abuse you with regard to your age! Muncehead!
    
    
    
    				Stretch.
1344.27CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 02 1996 18:563
    I'd be Carefull, Stuarts a big chap....
    
    mikef
1344.28Blame Cla(i)re for all your woesCHEFS::STRATFORDSGroovy, Laidback &amp; NastyTue Apr 02 1996 19:009
    .26
    
    Tafio,
    
    You're not still upset about the comments regarding your Welshness and
    that particular nationality's proclivity for Sheep and sexual acts, are
    you...            
    
    Stuart
1344.29CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 02 1996 19:063
    What has Mr Supersperm been doing with sheep?
    
    mikef
1344.30And you owe Clare a *LOT* of beers for that inso Stratto!!!CHEFS::CROSSATree, Tree, Tree Hugger!Tue Apr 02 1996 19:077
    Yeah Mike but due to his age he is a lumbering oaf of advanced years.
    The only chance of catching me would be to attach pillows to the base
    of his zimmer to silence it, and hope that the ground shaking would not 
    alert me to his presense!!!
    
    
    			Stretch.
1344.31Oh ....... That!!! ............Doh!CHEFS::CROSSATree, Tree, Tree Hugger!Tue Apr 02 1996 19:071
    Supersperm!?!?! What am I not privy to here?!?!?
1344.32CHEFS::STRATFORDSGroovy, Laidback &amp; NastyTue Apr 02 1996 19:103
    If there was a UK_Music Hall of Fame, I would nominate 1344.29. 
    
    Stuart
1344.33CBHVAX::CBHMr. CreosoteTue Apr 02 1996 19:175
>    If there was a UK_Music Hall of Fame, I would nominate 1344.29. 
    
there is, note 1317, I created it to annoy Matt (now departed)

Chris.
1344.34CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 02 1996 19:335
    >>Supersperm!?!?! What am I not privy to here?!?!?
    
    I hope you were privy.....
    
    m
1344.35WOTVAX::STONEGTemperature Drop in Downtime Winterland....Tue Apr 09 1996 19:3212
    
    Back to the point, 'firestarter' and most other things I've heard by
    'The Prodigy' is great. I can see why some people wouldn't like it
    though, and having heard it played on a few crap radios and steroes i
    can also see why some people don't think it's very special - try
    turning the bass off, it sounds awful.
    
    I can only assume that my neighbours quite like it too, as none have
    complained yet - the cat however is beginning to recognise the CD case,
    he doesn't wait 'til it starts anymore before making a swift exit &^)
    
    G.
1344.36Big Bad Keith eh?CHEFS::CROSSACheck the oven!Tue Apr 09 1996 19:484
    Did you see how much the Chart Show cut of the vid the other w/e.
    Basically no lyrics at all! A bit Draconian to say the least!
    
    			Stretch.
1344.37WOTVAX::STONEGTemperature Drop in Downtime Winterland....Tue Apr 09 1996 20:145
    
    ...are you sure it wasn't the video for one of the other mixes ? ie.
    the ones with less/no lyrics.....
    
    G.
1344.38Tiger fur is less comfy than sheepskin - or so Tafio tells meCHEFS::STRATFORDSGroovy, Laidback &amp; NastyTue Apr 09 1996 20:156
    >Did you see how much the Chart Show cut of the vid the other w/e.
    >Basically no lyrics at all! 
    
    The best version of the single doesn't contain any music either...
    
    Stuart
1344.39Git!CHEFS::CROSSACheck the oven!Tue Apr 09 1996 20:598
    Stratto,
    
    >> The best version of the single doesn't contain any music either...
    
       Your age is showing you up again!
    
    
    				Stretch.
1344.40CHEFS::STRATFORDSGroovy, Laidback &amp; NastyTue Apr 09 1996 21:0212
    >Your age is showing you up again!
    
    Treehugger (quaint euphemism)
    
    Obviously being older, I wouldn't have spent all of Saturday evening
    throwing up, shouting weird and obscure phrases, cleaning duvets and
    hitting my head on unknown objects in the bathroom. And then spending 2
    days recovering.
    
    Aah, the joys of youth...
    
    Stratto
1344.41CBHVAX::CBHMr. CreosoteTue Apr 09 1996 23:065
Well, I'm an old git, and have the Firestarter single (not surprisingly, since 
I started this topic, I suppose)  I think it's great, although I haven't 
listened to it today due to being *very* hungover.

Chris.
1344.42CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindWed Apr 10 1996 12:463
    I'm just an old git....
    
    Mikef
1344.43CHEFS::HANDLEY_IDo unto others...then split!Wed Apr 10 1996 14:127
    
    The chart show do tend to "censor" vidoes that they consider to be a
    little hardcore for the general public and tend to stick to bubblegum
    "pop" records and lots of that lovely "swing" stuff (gak!).
    
    I've noticed that the dance chart gets a very brief airing when they do
    see fit to show it.
1344.44Chart Show?WOTVAX::DAVIESGGuy DaviesWed Apr 10 1996 17:5032
    Interesting point on the Chart Show, I thought that all the safe "pop"
    and the very lovely "swingbeat" (Warren G, Yee Hah), was what packed
    the dance chart. When I watched this programme, it was always the Rock
    chart that never got a fair hearing (If they had to show something from
    here it was always some terrible power ballad, Mr.Big anyone?). The
    dance chart always seemed to be virtually the same to the top ten
    anyway, has the programme been reorganised so that the dance chart has
    become more underground/hardcore? I must admit that I thought the
    Prodigy would turn up in the Indie chart, after all they're becomming a
    cross-over band making all sorts of music (the days of "Charly" are
    long gone), like PWEI or The Shamen. 
    
    I'd like to know if this has happened and what does it mean for the
    Indie and Rock charts? Could it be that the Chart Show has become worth
    watching. 
    Quick Dream Sequence:-
    Dance chart = Prodigy, Leftfield, Aphex Twin, Chemical
    Brothers, Bjork; Indie chart = Rocket From The Crypt, Fluffy, Powder, Ocean
    Colour Scene, Sleeper, Catatonia; Rock Chart = Terrorvision, White
    Zombie, Paradise Lost, Cathedral, Down, Letters To Cleo; and Hawkwind
    appear in all 3 charts at once - life could be so wonderful! 
    Wakes Up again!
    
    Back to the note - Prodigy get my vote.
    
    Firestarter is the best number one for ages and has managed to stay
    ther for 3 weeks, showing that unlike most other decent chart toppers
    their fan base is quite considerable! 
    
    An earlier note said that numerous complaints had been received over
    Kieth's body piercing, so beautifully shown off in the video! Surely no
    one is so sad as to be shocked/revolted by that!? Discuss!
1344.45CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindWed Apr 10 1996 17:586
    Wasn't the video cropped because someone was claiming the lyrics were
    persuading us all to rush out and become pyromaniacs?  
    
    
    Mikef
    
1344.46More Chart Show ramblings.......CHEFS::CROSSACheck the oven!Wed Apr 10 1996 18:0625
    Guy,
    I must have been having the same dream the other night as I fell of the
    sofa when Rocket From The Crypt did in fact appear on screen, and a
    sizeable chunk of the vid was aired. I think they showed the last
    singles vid as well.
    
    Ref Why show more of one chart than the other? I think anyone who has
    preference for rock/indie/dance could say that they never show enough
    from "their" fave music. The only chart that seems to have more airplay
    is the dance chart as there is more of that in the noraml top 10. Like
    you said basically. Sometimes their definition of dance/indie is
    dubious to say the least, in the case of the rock chart anything seems
    to count as long as it is a ballad by Bon Jovi, or some lightweight
    version of that!!! 
    
    On the whole I think the Chart Show has to cover a broad range and does a
    pretty good job of it. Recording it and watching with use of the fast
    forward button is a good idea though!!!
    			
    			Stretch.
    
    P.S I miss Noisy Mothers and The Beat for the diversity it offered esp
    Noisy Mothers increasingly Hardcore/Punk choons! The Beat had
    admittedly started to go downhill (or up G Crowleys bottom depending on
    your view). 
1344.47More music prog stuff - againWOTVAX::DAVIESGGuy DaviesWed Apr 10 1996 18:2319
    Stretch,
    
    Couldn't agree more.
    In passing, "Noisy Mothers" (and its precursor "Raw Power") was my 
    favourate TV programme, what has become of it?
    Any programme which introduces you to the joys of Sugar Ray ("Mean
    Machine, Mean Machine, it's long, it's slick, it's olive green!"),
    Letters To Cleo and Stone Temple Pilots deserves never to be taken off
    the air! 
    The Beat was quite good, apart from the fact that I never trusted that
    Gary Crowley. He used to be a local DJ where I grew up, who 
    played Dance music and nothing else.
    Gas Tank was pretty good (especially John Entwistle rubbishing his
    wife, oh how we laughed when she sued him!) and Revolver had lots to
    recommend it as well. However, Noisy Mothers has always had the widest
    musical base (even saw the Chemical Brothers on there!), so gets my
    vote.
    
    Guy
1344.48I remeber...........CHEFS::CROSSACheck the oven!Wed Apr 10 1996 19:0713
    Guy,
      I have no idea why they axed n/mothers. I luckily heard Krusher say
    two weeks before the end that there would be two compilation progs, and
    that was it!!! (pretty much the same with The Beat) Boo Hoo etc etc.
    Very eclectic stuff indeed! I mean, have you seen anything on in the   
    timeslots these used to occupy that is not a repeat of a prog from that 
    week?? (errr does that make sense?)
     
     			Stretch.
    
    P.S First heard CNN on The Beat. (before 'THE' CNN blubbed and screamed
    for a name change). Good example of the little gems that occasionally
    cropped up. 
1344.49CHEFS::HANDLEY_IDo unto others...then split!Wed Apr 10 1996 19:2818
    
    Returning to the chart show (just for a little while, promise), I
    notice that the dance chart appears to be populated with some of the
    more underground acts lately with the chemicals bro's and leftfield
    heading up the pack.  The only problem here is that when they do show
    the dance chart, it's usuaklly a very small snippet of everything
    unless it's particularly "kiddie friendly" (if you'll pardon the
    expression) and then that's your lot.  I agree that they do a good job
    of showing a wide range of styles and tastes but they do seem to err on
    the side of a teenage audience.  Maybe that has something to do with
    the timeslot.
    
    On the subject of Gary Crowley, he always looked to me as if he was the
    sort of bloke who would sell you a dodgy car stereo as soon as filming
    stopped.
    
    
    I.
1344.50OK, You've sold me on the Chart Show!WOTVAX::DAVIESGGuy DaviesWed Apr 10 1996 19:407
    Well, the last few notes have sold me on trying the Chart Show again,
    the promise of experiencing the Chemical Brothers and Rocket From The
    Crypt is too much to resist! Lets hope they confine all the pap to the
    top ten where it belongs!
    
    Guy
    
1344.51And another thing.....etc......etc......etc........!CHEFS::CROSSACheck the oven!Wed Apr 10 1996 19:4312
    Ian, (chart show again!!) I think one of the biggest problems with the
    more "underground" dance, and indie bands, is the fact that they do not
    make videos in the first place so all you get is a bit of "trippy"
    colours and the track playing over that.(normally a river if it is
    indie?!?!)
    
              
    			Stretch.
    
    P.S Royston was right about the programme BTW. You may have seen the
    abbreviated scene in a preview clip and subconciously absorbed it!!
    (that should confuse a few people!!)
1344.52Were we talking about the Prodigy earlier!?!?CHEFS::CROSSACheck the oven!Wed Apr 10 1996 19:504
    .50 Remeber to record it. Then you can fast forward over the "Boy
    Bands" (or not as the case may be!!)
    
    			Stretch. 
1344.53My video will be programmed immediately!WOTVAX::DAVIESGGuy DaviesWed Apr 10 1996 20:034
    With the sad demise of Bad Boys Inc, I'm afraid my interest in this
    area is greatly reduced :)!!!
    
    Guy
1344.54CBHVAX::CBHMr. CreosoteWed Apr 10 1996 23:486
Well, I have to agree with Guy in that Hawkwind should be a regular feature in 
*all* of the charts, be they rock, indie, dance, punk or just bloody weird.  
Has any other band managed to encompass so many musical styles in their 
career?  (Even if the Hawks are a bunch of old hippies at heart)

Chris.
1344.55CHEFS::HANDLEY_IDo unto others...then split!Thu Apr 11 1996 17:148
    
    re .53
    
    Leave this place and never return!
    
    
    
    :^}
1344.56Is it still No 1?ZUR01::ASHGrahame Ash @RLEMon Apr 15 1996 15:425
Bought Firestarter on Sat, and must admit, I can't hear what all the fuss is 
about. Maybe I need to learn to drive? I'm definitely too old to learn how to 
dance . . .

grahame
1344.57CBHVAX::CBHMr. CreosoteTue Apr 16 1996 02:0516
>Bought Firestarter on Sat, and must admit, I can't hear what all the fuss is 
>about. Maybe I need to learn to drive? I'm definitely too old to learn how to 
>dance . . .

I can't dance, and I hate driving, but I still think that Firestarter is 
grate; I was never really into `industrial' music, until a friend got me into 
Nine Inch Nails (check out Pretty Hate Machine, it's excellent!)

I see that the Mail on Sunday is targetting this record for its latest media 
coup, `Ban This Evil Record Now' style thing (I believe that was the headline, 
anyway)  I always knew that journalists liked to broadcast their ignorance and 
stupidity far and wide, and this is just another example.  I haven't yet 
decided if they're stupid because they can't see beyond the song's title, or 
because they expect the general public to be gullable enough to believe them.

Chris.
1344.58IRNBRU::PHILLIPSTue Apr 16 1996 12:4822
	
	Sunday rag reported this weekend that the parents of the female 
	firefighter that lost her life fighting a fire (sorry - can't
	remember her name), are incensed at the release of a single
	promoting arson.  They have called the single 'Firestarter' - by 
	the Rave band Prodigy - bad taste, and are angry at the BBC and 
	the likes for giving it air play on radio and television.

	The paper reported that although most of the lyrics are 
	uncomprehensible, the words "Firestarter" & "Twisted Firestarter" 
	can be clearly heard.

	The parents state that the single could have adverse affects on 
	young people. (The single cover, which has a granny holding a 
	molotov cocktail, has not gone down well neither).

	The Prodigy have stated that the single is not associated with 
	arson.   


	Trev.
1344.59!CHEFS::CROSSAOnly losers take the bus!Tue Apr 16 1996 14:145
    Oh Jesus! American censorship here we go! "The music made me do it" etc
    etc
    
    
    			Stretch.
1344.60CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 16 1996 14:173
    Yes - this is depressing...
    
    m
1344.61IRNBRU::PHILLIPSTue Apr 16 1996 15:153

	I'll bring in the article, and get the full details.
1344.62Is'nt the record crap thou ??CHEFS::JAMESPTue Apr 16 1996 15:252
    
    
1344.63No !WOTVAX::STONEGTemperature Drop in Downtime Winterland....Tue Apr 16 1996 15:291
    
1344.64CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 16 1996 15:313
    Didn't we have this discussion already?
    
    Mikef$vague
1344.65CBHVAX::CBHMr. CreosoteTue Apr 16 1996 15:4224
>    Didn't we have this discussion already?
    
er, at least twice, I think.

Re sunday papers, I can just visualise the way the journalists have handled 
this.

Journalist, approaching relative of fire victim: `One of these spotty teen
	bands has just released a record called "Firestarter".  Aren't you
	outraged?'

Relative: `Er, I dunno, I haven't heard it, but-'

Journalist: `It's got a picture of a molotov cocktail on the front.  It's
	disgraceful and evil and should be banned, shouldn't it?'

Relative: `I'm not sure, I suppose-'

Journalist: `See, there you have it, the relatives of people killed by
	arsonists are outraged by this evil filth and say it should be
	banned!  Excuse me, I'll just take a really sentimental picture and
	then I can get loads of money by selling this story.'

Chris.
1344.66CHEFS::FIDDLER_MThe sense of being dulls my mindTue Apr 16 1996 15:433
    Yup!  Thats the way it goes...
    
    Mikef
1344.67CHEFS::CROSSAOnly losers take the bus!Tue Apr 16 1996 15:456
    Chris
      You are not leaving us to join the Scum, are you? You seem to be very
    good at this sort of thing. Frighteningly good actually!!!
    
    
    			Stretch.
1344.68WOTVAX::STONEGTemperature Drop in Downtime Winterland....Tue Apr 16 1996 15:474
    
    ...he didn't used to be like that, it's all that music he listens to.
    
    G.
1344.69CHEFS::HANDLEY_IDo unto others...then split!Tue Apr 16 1996 17:346
    
    <-----  that's probably it, I believe his favourite record of the
    moment is "I'm a tabloid journalist" by Metallica.
    
    
    I.
1344.70Prodigy 20/10/96CHEFS::UKARCHIVINGBearer of knackered golden dogMon Oct 21 1996 17:3412
1344.71Taste is the enemy of art.....LISTIM::NCIT_001Fri Apr 18 1997 21:295
    
    The Prodigy are said to be the support act of U2 concerts in the
    European leg of POPMART TOUR. Could anyone confirm this ?
    
    Luis.