Stroszek (band)
| Stroszek | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Aberdeen, Glasgow, Scotland |
| Genres | Alternative, Post-Punk, Electronic |
| Years active | 2005–2009 |
| Labels | Fire Exit Records |
| Website | [1] |
Stroszek were a post-punk/new wave/electronic band from Aberdeen, Scotland, (latterly based in Glasgow) who achieved some critical praise (Artrocker magazine, Is this music? magazine).[1] They were composed of Richey James Robertson (voice, synth), Les Willox (guitar, synth, programming), and Doug Daniel (bass, synth). One of the more substantial and interesting bands of Glasgow's thriving post-punk indie scene, with their politically charged lyrics and their period sound recalling many of their influences, their music can be described as atmospheric while aggressively intellectual. They are said to be influenced by Cocteau Twins, Manic Street Preachers, Depeche Mode, The Clash, The Cure, PiL, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Magazine, Killing Joke, Galaxie 500, and Neu.
They released three EPs and a live single; Demo EP (2005), Demonstration EP (2007, self-produced), Manufacturing Consent EP (2008, Fire Exit Records), and Live in Stereo (2008, Threads of Sound). Artrocker described the band as "having fused the power of [The Clash and Joy Division] into an ambitious, inspiring art and aesthetic".[2] The Skinny commented on the band's "mid-80s" sound on their Manufacturing Consent EP.[3] SIC Magazine commented "no disrespect to the Manics but I think there is more to Stroszek than mere sloganeering"."Doug Daniel’s 'wrought iron’ basslines must be the safest place in the world for a sensitive soul to hide while Les Willox’s minimalist guitar licks are borderline erotic. Stroszek repeatedly remind us of the difference between good lyrics and obvious lyrics."
The band split up in 2009.
[edit] Discography
- Demo EP (2005)
- Demonstration EP (2007)
- Manufacturing Consent EP (2008), Fire Exit Records
- Live in Stereo (2009), Threads of Sound
[edit] References
- ^ McHugh, Stewart (2007) "Stroszek - Demo", isthismusic.com, 7 September 2007, retrieved 2010-11-28
- ^ "YOU WILL NOT BE SPARED FROM THINKING: STROSZEK'S MANUFACTURING CONSENT EP", Artrocker, 2008, retrieved 2010-11-28
- ^ Tasseltine, Austin (2009) "Stroszek - Manufacturing Consent EP", The Skinny, 16 January 2009, retrieved 2010-11-28
http://crumbsinthebutter.art.officelive.com/Stroszeck.aspx] Link to Interview with the band from Crumbs In The Butter website.
http://www.sicmagazine.net/articles/171/stroszek-manufacturing-consent-ep Link to review of Manufacturing Consent EP at SIC Magazine by Brett Spaceman.
http://www.myspace.com/theglasgowreviewer/blog
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