King Size Dub

 

Twenty-three years ago, a band was formed in Lucerne, Switzerland, which has since made a name for itself in the dub and trance scene through countless live performances and recordings. Dub Spencer & Trance Hill came to public attention in 2011 when they released their album The Clashification Of Dub – a tribute to the music of The Clash, which they reworked in their own unique dub style.

The line-up has changed several times since then, and the only constant for the past few years has been Phillip Greter, who has now taken on the task of selecting 29 songs from their back catalogue for their latest album and remixed them. They proved in 2014 that they are not afraid to experiment with big names when they recorded Burroughs’ In Dub in honour of his 100th birthday. A very good overview and introduction to the band’s musical – and at times psychedelic – universe.

Animal Wednesday

 

After a week’s break, we’re continuing our series of songs about animals. In 1974, Harry Chapin released his poignant song about the transience of childhood, missed opportunities and the cycle of neglect between father and son.

Stephen Stills wrote Bluebird for Buffalo Springfield’s second album; it was a staple of their live performances and continues to thrive on the contrast between Stills’ acoustic guitar and Neil Young’s distorted electric guitar.

A lovely, unpretentious song by The Loving Spoonful from 1967 about Nashville guitar players. A lovely rhythm and rhyme, beautifully sung. It’s all very nice and harmless.