Classic Alternative - Episode #197: Mad Dash To The Exit
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Sunday, March 7, 2021
The Smiths-influenced film Shoplifters Of The World opens this month.
Shoplifters Of The World was written and directed by Stephen Kijak and is based on real events that took place in 1987 after The Smiths broke up. The film follows a group of four friends devastated after learning The Smiths had suddenly disbanded. During the same twenty-four hour period, a Denver radio station was taken hostage by an armed Smiths fan grief-stricken over the implosion of the legendary band - the impassioned fan held the DJ at gunpoint and forcing him to play nothing but Smiths songs all night.
The comedy-drama opens in theaters on March 26th and will also be available on demand and digitally the same day. The trailer debuted a few days ago and appears to likely not be the film you want, but at least it is filled with classics from the Smiths. The film - which was approved by The Smiths - includes 20 songs from the legendary band. The official Smiths account collected the 20 songs and presented them in an official playlist, which you can check out below along with the film's trailer.
(originally published March 7th, 2021)
Sunday, February 28, 2021
Sunday, February 21, 2021
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Richard Ashcroft has returned with a new single.
The legend has recorded a cover of John Lennon's "Bring On The Lucie (FREDA PEEPLE)." Ashcroft issued the single on Friday along with an accompanying video which was shot at Abbey Road Studios. Check out the single below.
Ashcroft is poised to return to the stage in May with a pair of shows in London.
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Sunday, February 7, 2021
Sunday, January 31, 2021
Sunday, January 24, 2021
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Mojo is releasing a Cure covers compilation.
The March 2021 edition of the UK magazine comes with a CD featuring 15 classic covers of songs originally by The Cure, including offerings from Luna, Dinosaur Jr, Mark Lanegan, Tricky, and more. The magazine itself includes a feature on The Cure and the cover star of the issue is the one and only Robert Smith. Additionally the issue also contains a feature on David Bowie and Gang Of Four.
Head here to pre-order a copy of the March issue (issue #328) of Mojo.
Monday, January 18, 2021
It is Blue Monday once again.
Blue Monday is the day experts proclaim to be the most depressing day of the year. The "holiday" of sorts is based on a formula which considers time of the year, death, weather, stress, finanacial obligations, etc. Though the concept of Blue Monday can be brushed off as junk science, it certainly is a great excuse to dust off the New Order classic (not that you need one).
Here's hoping your Blue Monday isn't so blue after all...
Thursday, December 31, 2020
Sunday, December 27, 2020
Earlier this month Robert Smith performed a trio of songs off of Seventeen Seconds as part of a charity telethon. Days ago, for the Letters To Santa benefit concert, Smith once again gifted the world with a socially distanced solo performance; this time he chose three songs from Faith. Watch the master in action below:
1. The Holy Hour
2. The Funeral Party
3. The Drowning Man
Sunday, December 13, 2020
Good to his word, Robert Smith appeared on two streaming events yesterday!
First, Smith performed at the Nine Lessons/Cosmic Shambles streaming event - he spoke briefly about the 40th anniversary of Seventeen Seconds, then performed three songs off the classic album. Watch his brilliant acoustic solo performance (barefoot, no less) of "In Your House," "M," and "Play For Today" below.
Next, Smith appeared on Gorillaz Song Machine Live - a livestreaming concert featuring a virtual full album performance of the collaborative album Song Machine. Smith joined Gorillaz for the song "Strange Timez."
Watch both performances below:
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Robert Smith of The Cure has confirmed he's taking part in a streaming variety show and fundraiser which is being hosted by Robin Ince today on You Tube.
Nine Lessons and Carols for Curious People is a streaming version of Ince’s original variety night which includes science, comedy, music and more.
Robert Smith announced on social media that he will be joining the live stream tonight at 10:45 pm UK time tonight (5:45pm ET).
The livestream is a 24 hour event and launched earlier today. The stream is free to watch, but those able are encouraged to contribute - some of the charities that are being supported includ Doctors Without Borders, Turn2Us, Mind: For Better Mental Health and the Kings Place Music Trust.
Head here to learn more. Watch the live stream here.
Meanwhile Smith will appear on Gorillaz Song Machine event happening today. Gorillaz will perform the full album along with many of the guest collaborators from the record. Smith has already confirmed he is participating and will be joning Gorillaz for "Strange Timez." The stream takes place at 7pm ET tonight. Tickets can be obtained here.
Nine Lessons and Carols for Curious People is a streaming version of Ince’s original variety night which includes science, comedy, music and more.
Robert Smith announced on social media that he will be joining the live stream tonight at 10:45 pm UK time tonight (5:45pm ET).
The livestream is a 24 hour event and launched earlier today. The stream is free to watch, but those able are encouraged to contribute - some of the charities that are being supported includ Doctors Without Borders, Turn2Us, Mind: For Better Mental Health and the Kings Place Music Trust.
Head here to learn more. Watch the live stream here.
Meanwhile Smith will appear on Gorillaz Song Machine event happening today. Gorillaz will perform the full album along with many of the guest collaborators from the record. Smith has already confirmed he is participating and will be joning Gorillaz for "Strange Timez." The stream takes place at 7pm ET tonight. Tickets can be obtained here.
AND ALL BEING WELL I WILL BE JOINING IN AT AROUND 10:45PM TONIGHT... !X https://t.co/YPQ20v1P3j
— ROBERT SMITH (@RobertSmith) December 12, 2020
Friday, December 11, 2020
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Friday, November 27, 2020
A collaboration featuring Peter Hook and Killing Joke will be released next year.
The project K÷93 features Jaz Coleman and Geordie Walker of Killing Joke along with Peter Hook of Joy Division/New Order. In 1993 the trio of legends recorded together, but the fruits of the session were never released. Fast forward almost twenty years and three songs from the session will finally see light of day. On March 5th K÷93 release a limited edition 10 inch record pressed on clear vinyl. The single features the A-side "Remembrance Day" backed by "Giving Up The Ghost" and "Scrying" on the flip side.
The release is limited to 2000 copies and is available to pre-order here.
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Sunday, November 8, 2020
Sunday, November 1, 2020
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Sunday, October 18, 2020
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