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		<title>Mark Stewart &#8211; Nothing is Sacred, free download</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 07:35:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terry Lane</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mark Stewart makes an apocalyptic return amidst an increasingly agitated atmosphere and is releasing his latest single,  “Nothing Is Sacred” as a free download.
The track is a damning indictment of greed in a year riddled by riots, revolutions, occupations and increasing collapse of the global financial system. A collaboration with Crass vocalist Eve Libertine, German [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Mark Stewart</strong> makes an apocalyptic return amidst an increasingly agitated atmosphere and is releasing his latest single,  “<em><strong>Nothing Is Sacred</strong></em>” as a free download.</p>
<p>The track is a damning indictment of greed in a year riddled by riots, revolutions, occupations and increasing collapse of the global financial system. A collaboration with <strong>Crass</strong> vocalist <strong>Eve Libertine</strong>, German elector monsters <strong>Slope</strong> and<strong> Dan Catsis</strong> from <strong>The Pop Group</strong> on bass “<em>Nothing Is Sacred</em>” has a howling funk-rock and unyielding political attack evolved from the sessions for Mark Stewart’s forthcoming album, and is the now-deleted AA of his limited 7” cover of the T.Rex classic “<em><strong>Children of the Revolution</strong></em>”.</p>
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<p>Mark Stewart is one of those rare artists that has not only remained steadily prolific over the course of three decades, he continues to inspire with his pioneering sonics, viciously astute social observations and uncompromising manifestos.</p>
<p>Nick Cave, Alec Empire, Bobby Gillespie, Trent Reznor and Tricky amongst many others have cited him as a major influence, as well as a host of current provocateurs like Factory Floor, fellow Bristol producers Kevin Martin (The Bug, King Midas Sound) and Kahn.</p>
<p>His 11th-hour appearance at St. Vincent’s recent London show duetting on his early Pop Group track, “<em>She’s Beyond Good and Evil</em>” elicited a breathless response from critics (“a firefight of vocoder-distorted vocals and funk-rock rhythms” – The Guardian) and St. Vincent herself: “I did not want that song to end ever! It’s crazy to get to play with one of my heroes, I kinda can’t believe it.”</p>
<p>“<em><strong>Nothing Is Sacred</strong></em>” by <strong>Mark Stewart</strong> is available as a free download from <a title="Mark Stewart" href="http://www.markstewartmusic.com" target="_blank">www.markstewartmusic.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>Win a copy of Talihina Sky &#8211; The Story of Kings of Leon &#8211; Free Competition</title>
		<link>http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/win-a-copy-of-talihina-sky-the-story-of-kings-of-leon-free-competition/5043</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Nov 2011 13:51:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terry Lane</dc:creator>
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Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon is a unique insight into one of the biggest bands on the planet. Now a global phenomenon, the film charts their lives from their humble beginnings in the deep South, through alcohol, recreational drugs and most importantly, the rock n’ roll that would make [...]]]></description>
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<p><em><strong>Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon</strong></em> is a unique insight into one of the biggest bands on the planet. Now a global phenomenon, the film charts their lives from their humble beginnings in the deep South, through alcohol, recreational drugs and most importantly, the rock n’ roll that would make them superstars, to signing a record deal and selling out stadiums worldwide.<br />
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Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon</em> features interviews with all of the band members &#8211; Caleb, Nathan, Jared, and Matthew Followill, plus exclusive footage of other family members and influential figures in the band’s lives and career, this is the first time their tremendous journey has been documented.</p>
<p>Talihina Sky is the definitive story of the Kings of Leon, told in their own words. for more information visit <a title="Talihina Sky - Kings of Leon" href="http://www.talihinasky.co.uk" target="_blank">www.talihinasky.co.uk</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Free to Enter Competition to win Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon DVD</strong></p>
<p>Buzzin Music has 5 copies of <em>Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon</em> DVD to giveaway.</p>
<p>To enter all you need to do is answer the following easy question:<br />
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Q: What is the name of the Kings of Leon lead singer?</em></p>
<p>Submit your entries to <a href="mailto:comps@buzzinmedia.co.uk">comps@buzzinmedia.co.uk</a> with the subject line: ‘Kings Of Leon’ (other subject lines will not be entered) with your full name, address &amp; contact number.</p>
<p><em><strong>This Buzzin Media Competition ends has now closed</strong></em></p>
<p>The editor will randomly choose five winners from the correct answers. The editor’s choice is final.</p>
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		<title>Eddie Vedder &#8211; Ukelele Songs US Tour</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 08:41:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Terry Lane</dc:creator>
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Pearl Jam&#8217;s frontman Eddie Vedder began a US Tour in support of his solo album,  Ukelele Songs, yesterday in Providence.  The tour&#8217;s closing date is on  July 15th at the Benaroya Hall in his hometown of Seattle.
Ukelele Songs is out now on Pearl Jam&#8217;s Monkeywrench Records.

Eddie Vedder &#8211; US Tour Dates:
June 15
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Providence Performing Arts [...]]]></description>
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<div id="attachment_4747" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 410px"><strong><a href="http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/files/2011/06/Eddie-Vedder-ukelel-songs.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-4747" title="Eddie-Vedder-ukelel-songs" src="http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/files/2011/06/Eddie-Vedder-ukelel-songs.jpg" alt="Eddie Vedder US Tour" width="400" height="597" /></a></strong><p class="wp-caption-text">Eddie Vedder US Tour</p></div>
<p>Pearl Jam</strong>&#8217;s frontman <strong>Eddie Vedder</strong> began a <strong>US Tour</strong> in support of his solo album,  <em><strong>Ukelele Songs</strong></em>, yesterday in Providence.  The tour&#8217;s closing date is on  July 15th at the Benaroya Hall in his hometown of <strong>Seattle</strong>.</p>
<p><em>Ukelele Songs </em>is out now on Pearl Jam&#8217;s <strong>Monkeywrench Records</strong>.<br />
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Eddie Vedder &#8211; US Tour Dates:</strong></p>
<p>June 15<br />
Providence, RI<br />
Providence Performing Arts Center (PAC)</p>
<p>June 16<br />
Boston, MA<br />
The Wang Theatre</p>
<p>June 18<br />
Hartford, CT<br />
The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts</p>
<p>June 21<br />
New York, NY<br />
Beacon Theatre</p>
<p>June 22<br />
New York, NY<br />
Beacon Theatre</p>
<p>June 25<br />
Philadelphia, PA<br />
Tower Theatre</p>
<p>June 26<br />
Detroit, MI<br />
Fox Theatre</p>
<p>June 28<br />
Chicago, IL<br />
The Chicago Theatre</p>
<p>July 1<br />
St. Louis, MO<br />
Fox Theatre</p>
<p>July 2<br />
Minneapolis, MN<br />
Orpheum Theatre</p>
<p>July 5<br />
San Diego, CA<br />
Copley Symphony Hall</p>
<p>July 6<br />
Long Beach, CA<br />
Terrace Theater</p>
<p>July 8<br />
Los Angeles, CA<br />
The Wiltern</p>
<p>July 9<br />
Santa Barbara, CA<br />
Santa Barbara Bowl</p>
<p>July 11<br />
Oakland, CA<br />
The Paramount Theatre</p>
<p>July 14<br />
Portland, OR<br />
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall</p>
<p>July 15<br />
Seattle, WA<br />
Benaroya Hall</p>
<p>For more information on Eddie Vedder, visit <a title="Pearl Jam Website" href="http://www.pearljam.com" target="_blank">www.pearljam.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>Red Noise, Be-Bop Deluxe and Bill Nelson</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 13:46:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Peter Cook</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On March 26th 2011 ITV filmed a special concert in London, featuring guitar legend Bill Nelson, leader of pop art bands Be-Bop Deluxe and Red Noise.  Bill Nelson left high profile music some years back, due to his dislike of the music industry / media circus.  However, his influence on modern music is immense.  Admired [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_4710" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 410px"><a href="http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/files/2011/05/bill-nelson-itv-legends-concert.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-4710" title="bill-nelson-itv-legends-concert" src="http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/files/2011/05/bill-nelson-itv-legends-concert.jpg" alt="Bill Nelson in Concert DVD" width="400" height="563" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Bill Nelson in Concert DVD</p></div>
<p>On March 26th 2011 ITV filmed a special concert in London, featuring guitar legend <strong>Bill Nelson</strong>, leader of pop art bands <strong>Be-Bop Deluxe</strong> and <strong>Red Noise</strong>.  Bill Nelson left high profile music some years back, due to his dislike of the music industry / media circus.  However, his influence on modern music is immense.  Admired by Paul McCartney, Brian May, David Bowie, Kate Bush, Eno, Prince, The Foo Fighters, The Darkness, My Chemical Romance et al.   I’m delighted to announce that the video of this unique evening at ITV Legends is now available on to <a title="Bill Nelson Live in Concert DVD" href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Classic-Rock-Legends-Bill-Nelson/dp/B004QY4P20/ref=sr_1_1?s" target="_blank">buy</a>.  In case you are still wondering who Bill Nelson is, here’s some background.</p>
<p>Bill Nelson’s career started with 1970’s Art School band Be-Bop Deluxe, where he had considerable success with classic albums like <em><strong>Futurama</strong></em>, <em><strong>Sunburst Finish</strong></em> and <em><strong>Drastic Plastic</strong></em>.  By the mid 70’s Be-Bop Deluxe were conquering America but Bill was disaffected by the celebrity lifestyle and its requirements of him.  He disbanded Be-Bop Deluxe and formed Red Noise, a synth / new age band way ahead of its time, paving the way for 80’s acts like Gary Numan, A Flock of Seagulls and many others.  Red Noise’s music was jagged and edgy.</p>
<p>EMI dropped Nelson at this point since he refused to perform ‘more of the same’.  Shortly after Bill pioneered Indie music, releasing albums made in his own studio on his own ‘Cocteau’ record label.  Many of these home-made creations were of superior quality to what others have since recorded in the most professional of recording studios.</p>
<p>Bill Nelson’s heart is firmly fixed within the inventor’s domain, with a more or less continuous stream of musical creativity.  Much of Bill’s work can be accessed through his website ‘<a title="Dreamsville- Bill Nelson" href="http://www.billnelson.com/" target="_blank">Dreamsville</a>’.</p>
<p>Nelson&#8217;s latest works are mostly lush ambient soundscapes, not typical of his recent ITV release, which is a must-have release for Be-Bop Deluxe / Red Noise / music lovers.  Here’s an example of Bill Nelson’s less commercial work, taken from his recent performance at the Sheffield ‘Sensoria’ Arts Festival – music which owes no regard to an X-Factor culture.</p>
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<p>I wrote a personal cameo about Bill Nelson in the book <a title="Sex, Leadership &amp; Rock n Roll" href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sex-Leadership-RocknRoll-Lessons-Academy/dp/1845900162/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;s=books&amp;qid=1299366588&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank">Sex, Leadership and Rock’n’Roll</a>, as he is a master of continuous creativity and reinvention.  A copy of the cameo can be found at the <strong>Academy of Rock</strong>.</p>
<p>For more information about Peter Cook:  The Rock’n’Roll Business Guru, visit <a title="The Academy Of Rock" href="http://www.academy-of-rock.co.uk/school/" target="_blank">The Academy Of Rock</a>.</p>
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		<title>Lower Than Atlantis stream new album World Record ahead of release date</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:47:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Williams</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Having released the second single Deadliest Catch from their upcoming second album this week, Lower Than Atlantis have announced that they will be streaming the new album World Record ahead of it&#8217;s release on April 25th.
You can hear the new album in its entirety on the Lower Than Atlantis My Space now, before its official [...]]]></description>
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<p>Having released the second single <strong>Deadliest Catch</strong> from their upcoming second album this week, <strong>Lower Than Atlantis</strong> have announced that they will be streaming the new album <strong>World Record</strong> ahead of it&#8217;s release on April 25th.</p>
<p>You can hear the new album in its entirety on the <a title="lower than atlantis" href="http://www.myspace.com/lowerthanatlantis" target="_blank"><strong>Lower Than Atlantis My Space</strong> </a>now, before its official release date on April 25th.</p>
<p>The bands intense bond with their fans is set to shine through with the music video for  <strong>‘Deadliest Catch</strong>’ for which they are accepting fan submissions to be included in  the lyric-themed concept.</p>
<p>From the opening life-on-the-road anthem ‘<strong>(Motor) Way of Life</strong>’ right through to closer <strong>‘R.O.I</strong>.,’ ‘<strong>World Record</strong>’ is an album bursting with exuberance and packed with massive rock hooks. <strong>Lower Than Atlantis</strong> prove that they&#8217;ve hit their stride, honing their songwriting skills to pure brilliance following the release of 2010&#8217;s critically acclaimed debut ‘<strong>Far Q</strong>.’</p>
<p>High octane tracks like first single ‘<strong>Beech Like The Tree’</strong> and ‘<strong>Bug</strong>’ appear alongside more contemplative compositions like ‘<strong>High At Five</strong>’ &#8211; the sound of a band carving out their own identity in today&#8217;s music scene &#8211; and ‘<strong>Another Sad Song</strong>’ which is as melancholy as its title suggests. Despite the contrasting dynamics on the album, one thing that all the tracks have in common is a keen sense of melody and crafty riffery, backed up by a rhythm section that pulls no punches.</p>
<p><strong>Mike Duce </strong>(vocals/guitar) says of the progression the band have made for the creation of this album:</p>
<p>&#8220;Writing was pretty natural because we&#8217;re with each other so much, we&#8217;ve all been listening to the same music and had the same influences. When it came to working on the songs, we all kind of knew where we were going. Recording was very efficient! We&#8217;d already demo&#8217;d the album live and then in a studio before recording the real thing so we knew exactly what we were playing and how we were playing it.</p>
<p>The tunings for most of the songs have dropped two whole steps to add a darker feel. The tempo of the songs has slowed down too to give a more powerful feel and to make sure the listener definitely has time to get the message. There&#8217;s less of a jokey undertone lyrically so I guess it&#8217;s more &#8216;grown up&#8217;.&#8221;</p>
<p><strong>Lower Than Atlantis &#8211; Deadliest Catch</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Lower Than Atlantis </strong>look set to ride high on the wave of new British rock talent with this collection of songs, having already picked up some serious airplay on the likes of Radio 1, Scuzz and Kerrang!</p>
<p>Touring is next on the agenda for the band who are currently on a mammoth tour of the USA supporting Asking Alexandria. When they return to the UK, <strong>LTA</strong> will head straight out with We Are The Ocean for a string of dates in their homeland to coincide with the release of ‘<strong>World Record</strong>.’</p>
<p>The band have also been announced to perform at several summer festival&#8217;s including slot on the Pepsi Max stage at Download on Sunday June 12th as well as dates with Futures and Set Your Goals.</p>
<p><strong>UK TOUR DATES WITH WE ARE THE  OCEAN</strong><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>APRIL</strong><br />
27 &#8211; CARDIFF Millenium Music Hall<br />
28 &#8211; LONDON  Electric Ballroom<br />
29 &#8211; MANCHESTER Academy 2<br />
30 &#8211; GLASGOW  Garage</p>
<p><strong>MAY</strong><br />
01 &#8211; NEWCASTLE Academy 2</p>
<p><strong>FURTHER LIVE  DATES</strong></p>
<p><strong>MAY</strong></p>
<p>14 – LINCOLN Crash Doubt  Festival</p>
<p>15 – BRIGHTON Alt Great  Escape         (with Set Your Goals)</p>
<p>21 – LIVERPOOL Sound City</p>
<p><strong>JUNE</strong></p>
<p>02 – OXFORD O2 Academy 2 (with  Futures)</p>
<p>03 – CAMBRIDGE Haymarket (with  Futures)</p>
<p>05 – BIRMINGHAM O2 Academy  3        (with Futures)</p>
<p>09 – LIVERPOOL  Masque                        (with Futures)</p>
<p>11 – BOURNEMOUTH  iBar                    (with Futures)</p>
<p>12 – DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL – Pepsi  Max Stage</p>
<p>13 – PORTSMOUTH Wedgewood Rooms  (with Futures)</p>
<p>14 – NOTTINGHAM Rock City  2             (with Futures)</p>
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		<title>Bonjour &#8216;La Fin Absolute du Monde&#8217;</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:18:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Joy Andrews</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buzzin Media are excited to introduce to you &#8217;La Fin Absolute du Monde&#8217;. If you believe in the immaculate conception and that KFC should be eaten with a knife and fork, I strongly recommend you step away from the computer right now and go make yourself a cup of cocoa with a sprinkling of minature marshmallows for good [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_4612" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/files/2011/04/Photo-on-2010-05-23-at-16-06-2.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-4612" title="Photo on 2010-05-23 at 16 06 #2" src="http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/files/2011/04/Photo-on-2010-05-23-at-16-06-2-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">La Fin Absolute du Monde</p></div>
<p>Buzzin Media are excited to introduce to you &#8217;<strong>La Fin Absolute du Monde&#8217;. </strong>If you believe in the immaculate conception and that KFC should be eaten with a knife and fork, I strongly recommend you step away from the computer right now and go make yourself a cup of cocoa with a sprinkling of minature marshmallows for good measure. I am a huge fan of anyone who dares to be different and thinks outside of the box and La Fin Absolute du Monde tick all those boxes.</p>
<p> La Fin Absolute du Monde are <strong>Jason</strong> and <strong>Cyndy &#8216;Chicky&#8217; Myles</strong> from San Francisco. They get my vote immediately for living in San Francisco, which is one of the coolest cities I have visited to date, however, their music is just as diverse, fascinating and exciting. Although Jason has recorded on hiphop albums and played with local San Francisco area based bands, his heart has been Metal to the core.  With influences such as <strong>Prince,</strong> <strong>Dave Mustaine</strong>, <strong>James Hetfield</strong>, <strong>Jeff Hanneman</strong>, <strong>Kerry King</strong>,<strong> Dimebag</strong>, and <strong>EVH.</strong></p>
<p>I heard La Fin Absolute du Monde a few weeks ago on <strong>Soundcloud. </strong>I was immediately entranced by their style of music and by Chicky&#8217;s vocals, who may be singing some very dark lyrics at times. Their fusion of Classical and Rock seduced me to listen to more of their tracks. My eyes scanned their profile and immediately I was drawn to <strong>&#8216;Spank&#8217; (Rough Mix). </strong>We are all aware that sex sells and so I pushed play! The vocals are delightfully sassy and the rhythm of the percussion is brilliantly seductive. The piano and chimes are also tantalising and try to manipulate the ears into believing this is a sweet natured track.  &#8217;Spank&#8217; (Rough Mix)  is a clear example of how there is a piece of music for every life experience under the stars!</p>
<p><object height="81" width="100%"> <param name="movie" value="http://player.soundcloud.com/player.swf?url=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F4406262"></param> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param> <embed allowscriptaccess="always" height="81" src="http://player.soundcloud.com/player.swf?url=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F4406262" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="100%"></embed> </object>  <span><a href="http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde/spank">Spank (Rough Mix)</a> by <a href="http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde">La Fin Absolute du Monde</a></span> </p>
<p>Jason still has his own fiery and violent guitar-playing style that he mixes warmly with melodic, ambient melodies and tones.  Chicky grew up being formally trained as a classical musician and has toured all over North America and parts of Europe with an Asian cover band.   Together, they have achieved a sound like no other, applying all their very different  influences and inspirations to lovingly complement each other. <strong>&#8216;Why So Serious&#8217;</strong> is a perfect example of their musical diversity and funky experimentation and has an incredibly addictive bassline.</p>
<p><object height="81" width="100%"> <param name="movie" value="http://player.soundcloud.com/player.swf?url=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F12235505"></param> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param> <embed allowscriptaccess="always" height="81" src="http://player.soundcloud.com/player.swf?url=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F12235505" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="100%"></embed> </object>  <span><a href="http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde/why-so-serious">Why So Serious?</a> by <a href="http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde">La Fin Absolute du Monde</a></span> </p>
<p>La Fin Absolute du Monde informed me that their aim is to utilize dark, lovely and ambient timbres and ignore conventional structures and boundaries to provide an intense and adventureful musical-listening experience.  Here are two people who come from entirely different worlds, both enamored by smart people who love smart music. Their Soundcloud profile is an exhibition of incredible sounds including <strong>&#8216;She&#8217;s Got To Be A Pirate&#8217;</strong> and I recommend a listen of their Soundcloud profile for those of you who dare to listen and think outside of the box!</p>
<p><object height="81" width="100%"> <param name="movie" value="http://player.soundcloud.com/player.swf?url=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F12234974"></param> <param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param> <embed allowscriptaccess="always" height="81" src="http://player.soundcloud.com/player.swf?url=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F12234974" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="100%"></embed> </object>  <span><a href="http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde/shes-got-to-be-a-pirate">She's Got To Be a Pirate</a> by <a href="http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde">La Fin Absolute du Monde</a></span> </p>
<p>La Fin Absolute du Monde have an EP <strong>&#8216;Au Revoir&#8217;</strong> which they released in March and can be found on <a href="http://www.stereokiller.com/lafinabsolutedumonde">http://www.stereokiller.com/lafinabsolutedumonde</a> They inform me they are currently in negotiation with a record label in the UK and Buzzin Media wish them every success. </p>
<p><strong>La Fin Absolute du Monde on Soundcloud:</strong> <a href="http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde">http://soundcloud.com/la-fin-absolute-du-monde</a></p>
<p><strong>Buzzin Media on Soundcloud:</strong> <a href="http://soundcloud.com/buzzin-media">http://soundcloud.com/buzzin-media</a></p>
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		<title>&#8216;Meet Me at the Muster Station&#8217; the stunning debut album from PS I Love You</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:08:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Williams</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[They make a bit of an odd couple but the Kingston Ontario based duo PS I Love You sure know how to kick out an incredible noise as you can hear in the video &#8216;Get Over&#8216; shown below, an incredible taster from their debut album Meet Me At The Muster Station which is released on [...]]]></description>
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<p>They make a bit of an odd couple but the Kingston Ontario based duo<strong> PS I Love You</strong> sure know how to kick out an incredible noise as you can hear in the video <strong>&#8216;Get Over</strong>&#8216; shown below, an incredible taster from their debut album <strong>Meet Me At The Muster Station </strong>which is released on April 26th.</p>
<p>The ten track album is a relentless listen that grips and pulls the listener through just under thirty-minutes of squalling Marshall feedback, searing solos, soaring melodies and rock-steady beats that will surely be considered one of this year’s finest debuts.</p>
<p>Originally the solo project for multi-instrumentalist <strong>Paul Saulnier</strong> who has performed in everything from a country-rock band to an improvised noise duo, <strong>PS I Love You</strong> was intended to be his experimental, pop music outlet using guitar looping pedals, keyboards with some gadgets and gimmicks. The addition of <strong>Benjamin Nelson </strong>on drums suddenly transformed the bands little songs into mini, soaring rock anthems.</p>
<p>On the album&#8217;s release in North America last year<strong> Meet Me At The Muster Station</strong> drew critical praise from the likes of Pitchfork, Village Voice, NME, Eye, Exclaim, Now, Toronto Star, The Fly, Gigwise, LA Weekly, SF Weekly, Portland Mercury, San Diego City Beat, The Stranger, Washington Post, Brooklyn Vegan, Consequence of Sound, PopMatters, Pop Tarts Suck Toasted,  CMJ, Prefix, Treble, and KCRW.</p>
<p><strong>Exclaim </strong>called it the number four album of 2010 and added;</p>
<p>&#8220;It&#8217;s hard to believe that the stunning <strong>Meet Me at the Muster Station</strong> is <strong>PS I Love You&#8217;s</strong> debut. Arriving fully formed, this Kingston duo delivers its catchy hooks with brute force, pummelling listeners with fuzzy guitars and thundering rhythms. And even if you won&#8217;t be able to sing along with frontman Paul Saulnier&#8217;s strangled yelps, songs like &#8220;Facelove&#8221; and &#8220;2012&#8243; will be stuck in your head for weeks. Savage noise freak-outs have never sounded quite so palatable.&#8221;</p>
<p><strong>PS I Love You &#8211; Get Over</strong></p>
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<p>See the <strong>PS I Love You</strong> live in the UK at the following shows:<br />
5/05 London UK &#8211; Lexington<br />
5/06 Leeds UK &#8211; Cockpit 3<br />
5/07 Glasgow UK &#8211; Captains Rest<br />
5/08 Edinburgh UK &#8211; Sneaky Pete&#8217;s<br />
5/09 Manchester UK &#8211; Night and Day<br />
5/10 Sheffield UK &#8211; Harley<br />
5/12 Brighton UK &#8211; Hectors House (The Great Escape, The Fly)<br />
5/13 Brighton UK &#8211; The Albert (The Great Escape, 13 Artists)</p>
<p><strong>The album Meet Me At The Muster Station by PS I Love You is released via Paper Bag Records on April 26th</strong></p>
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		<title>Free Competition &#8211; Win one of five copies of Layla &amp; Other Assorted Love Songs &#8211; Deluxe Edition</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 13:52:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Williams</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The classic Derek &#38; The Dominos album Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs was re-issued last week to mark the 40th anniversary of it&#8217;s original release. Buzzin Music have five copies of the Deluxe Edition double CD to give away to the winners of our free to enter &#8216;Layla&#8217; competition.
Derek &#38; The Dominos was formed [...]]]></description>
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<p>The classic <strong>Derek &amp; The Dominos</strong> album <strong>Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs</strong> was re-issued last week to mark the 40th anniversary of it&#8217;s original release. <strong>Buzzin Music</strong> have five copies of the<strong> Deluxe Edition</strong> double CD to give away to the winners of our free to enter &#8216;<strong>Layla&#8217;</strong> competition.</p>
<p><strong>Derek &amp; The Dominos</strong> was formed by <strong>Eric Clapton</strong> following a year touring the US with <strong>Delaney &amp; Bonnie &amp; Friends</strong>, the rhythm section of the band became firm friends during the tour and joined Clapton in 1970 with the intention of recording new material.</p>
<p>The resulting<a title="layla &amp; other assorted love songs review" href="http://www.buzzinmusicblog.co.uk/derek-the-dominos-layla-other-assorted-love-songs-40th-anniversary-edition-preview/4523" target="_blank"> <strong>Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs</strong></a> became an instant classic album, fusing Clapton&#8217;s r&amp;B and blues influences with the Southern blues and gospel of the USA from <strong>Bobby Whitlock</strong> and <strong>Duane Allman</strong>, with more than hint of the fabulous blues/country rock of Delaney &amp; Bonnie.</p>
<p>It is common knowledge that the title track&#8217;<strong> Layla&#8217;</strong> was written by Clapton as an ode to his friend George Harrison&#8217;s wife Patti Boyd, the unattainable &#8216;Princess Layla&#8217;. Despite their friendship Clapton would end up stealing Harrison&#8217;s wife and making her his own. For a while  anyway.</p>
<p><strong>Buzzin Music &#8216;Layla&#8217; Competition</strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #0000ff">This Buzzin Media Competition has now closed</span><br />
</strong></p>
<p>To enter the free <strong>&#8216;Layla&#8217;</strong> competition and a chance to win one of five copies of <strong>Layla and Assorted Love Songs Deluxe Edition double CD</strong>, all you need to do is answer the following question:</p>
<p>Who provided the inspiration for the song Layla by Derek &amp; The Dominos?</p>
<p>a) Patti Smith</p>
<p>b) Patti Boyd</p>
<p>c) Patsy Kensit</p>
<p>Send your entries to comps@buzzinmedia.co.uk with &#8220;Layla Comp&#8221; in the subject line with your answer and your full address and contact telephone number.</p>
<p>This Buzzin Media Competition ends on April 25th 2011. The editor will randomly choose 5 winners.</p>
<p>The editor’s choice is final.</p>
<p><strong>The 40th Anniversary edition of Layla and Other assorted Love Songs by Derek &amp; The Dominos is available now in Deluxe Edition from all usual digital and retail outlets.</strong></p>
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		<title>Derek &amp; The Dominos &#8211; Layla &amp; Other Assorted Love Songs 40th Anniversary edition- Review</title>
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		<dc:creator>John Williams</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[By 1970 Eric Clapton had already enjoyed more acclaim then many musicians achieve in a life time, from the R&#38;B of the Yardbirds through the first Supergroup collectives of Cream and Blind Faith, the guitarist appeared to have finally found what he was looking for while touring the USA with the excellent Delaney &#38; Bonnie [...]]]></description>
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<p>By 1970 <strong>Eric Clapton</strong> had already enjoyed more acclaim then many musicians achieve in a life time, from the R&amp;B of the Yardbirds through the first Supergroup collectives of Cream and Blind Faith, the guitarist appeared to have finally found what he was looking for while touring the USA with the excellent <strong>Delaney &amp; Bonnie and Friends</strong> in 1969.</p>
<p>In an effort to recreate the friendly, leaderless, family like atmosphere of Delaney &amp; Bonnie, <strong>Clapton</strong> recruited the rhythm section from that band to join himself and a guesting <strong>Duane Allman</strong>, to become<strong> Derek &amp; The Dominos </strong>in 1970.</p>
<p>Having toured and played together on George Harrison&#8217;s <em>All Things Must Pass</em> solo album, the band already sounded as though they had been together for years and work soon began on the album Layla.</p>
<p>Forming a strong song writing axis with Memphis born <strong>Bobby Whitlock</strong> (keyboards/vocals)their respective influences presented an incredible showcase for the band with an eclectic mix of blues, r&amp;b, rock,soul, country and gospel inflected tunes.</p>
<p><strong>Layla &amp; Other Assorted Love Songs</strong> captures the band as a genuine collective of musicians not only at the top of their game, but enjoying the moment and producing arguably, the best Eric Clapton album ever.</p>
<p>Tracks like<strong> I Looked Away, Anyday, Keep On Groving, Tell The Truth </strong>and <strong>Why Does Love Got To Be So Bad</strong> have long since become standards and most covered tracks of the era, while the inclusion of Jimi Hendrix&#8217;s excellent<strong> Little Wing</strong> is simply inspired.</p>
<p>In the context of the album, the full length version of the single<strong> Layla </strong>feels as fresh as the day it was cut, clocking in at over 7 minutes, like most of the tracks on the album that isn&#8217;t quite long enough and I found myself not wanting it to finish, much like every other song on the album.</p>
<p>That for me is the beauty of <strong>Layla &amp; Other Assorted Love Songs</strong>, it doesn&#8217;t rely on self indulgent guitar or drum solos but focuses on a complete band at the top of their game.</p>
<p>The<strong> Deluxe Edition</strong> version comes with a bonus disc featuring some of the songs recorded for a second <strong>Derek &amp; The Dominos</strong> album that never happened and live appearance on the US tv show The Johnny Cash Show.</p>
<p><strong>Layla &amp; Other Assorted Love Songs </strong>has been blowing me away for the last week or so, it still sounds fantastic and fresh, feeling at time more like a stonking jam session to the credit of producer Tom Dowd.</p>
<p>Without doubt a stunning re-issue and not to be missed.</p>
<p>Layla &amp; Other Assorted Love Songs is re-issued today, Monday  March 29th in the following collectors formats:</p>
<p>1. Single Disc Version CD</p>
<p>2. 2CD Deluxe Edition</p>
<p>3. 4CD/DVD/2LP Super Deluxe Edition</p>
<p>5. 2LP Vinyl Release</p>
<p>6. iTunes LP</p>
<p>7. 7inch vinyl single &#8216;Got To Get Better In A Little While&#8217; b/w &#8216;Layla&#8217;</p>
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		<title>Classic Albums &#8211; Grace by Jeff Buckley (1994)</title>
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		<dc:creator>Terry Lane</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In 1994 Jeff Buckley released his debut, and due to his untimely death in 1996, his only studio album. At the time my musical tastes were in a different corner and I merely acknowledged that Grace appeared in many &#8216;Best Albums of the Year&#8217; lists, including #1 in Mojo magazine.   But I didn’t read any [...]]]></description>
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<p>In 1994 <strong>Jeff Buckley</strong> released his debut, and due to his untimely death in 1996, his only studio album. At the time my musical tastes were in a different corner and I merely acknowledged that <em><strong>Grace</strong></em> appeared in many &#8216;Best Albums of the Year&#8217; lists, including #1 in Mojo magazine.   But I didn’t read any reviews and didn’t knowingly hear any tracks.</p>
<p>Initially album sales didn’t match the critical acclaim.  But like many others I was a late-comer to <em>Grace</em>.  In 2006, British Hit Singles &amp; Albums and NME organised a poll of which, 40,000 people worldwide voted for the 100 best albums ever and<em> Grace</em> was placed at #23 on the list. If ever an album suffered by being released ‘out of time’ with the music trends of the day, Jeff Buckley’s <em>Grace</em> is it.</p>
<p>Four singles were released in 1995 (<strong><em>Grace</em></strong>,<em><strong> Last Goodbye</strong></em>, <em><strong>So Real</strong></em> &amp; <em><strong>Eternal Life</strong></em>) but like the album, all failed to make the UK Top 40 which leads me to think I wasn’t the only one to believe the timing was wrong rather than the music of Jeff Buckley.  In 1994 the UK music scene was blabbering on about the BritPop war between Blur and Oasis and how Suede was better than I could ever imagine.</p>
<p>My first son was born in 1995 and sometime before and after I appeared to spend more time in Mothercare and the Early Learning Centre than I did in any music shops. It was therefore with outstretched arms that I welcomed the saviour of online music file sharing.  While pretending to work in my office I was able to listen to music&#8230; again.  I’m not quite sure when I first listened to <em>Grace</em> but I do remember downloading it as I was intrigued to know what <strong>Tim Buckley</strong>’s son sounded like.  Thereafter I went out and bought the CD, underlining the argument that online music file sharing doesn’t always lead to musicians going penniless, but that’s for another article.</p>
<p>Because of its popularity after it was originally released, I’m assuming others had a similar experience to me that when I was in the right frame of mind to listen to <em>Grace</em>, it really blew my mind.</p>
<p>The album begins with <em><strong>Mojo Pin</strong></em> drifting around like a ship lost in the mist, gradually appearing only to drift away again into something mystical.  Then it surges forward with thunder and crashing waves as it lands on the shore with a final burst of energy.</p>
<p><em>Mojo Pin</em> is nothing like any other song from the 1990’s that I have listened to.  In fact it’s difficult to say which decade it belongs too.  This can be said for much of the album. Both voice and music has a theatrical rock sound that possibly owes more to the 1970’s.  But now I am listening, its clear Jeff Buckley’s voice is truly something special, just like his father.</p>
<p>The album continues with the beautiful warm warbling of the title track <em>Grace</em>. Buckley’s voice is infectious, beautiful and full of life.  Listening again tonight to the track <em>Grace</em>, I can clearly hear the progressive rock and over-the-top operatic references made by Muse and The Darkness, among others.</p>
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<p><em><strong>Last Goodbye</strong></em> is my favourite song on the album.  A truly beautiful pop song complete with a full string accompaniment that perfectly melds with this pop song about love.  Again Buckley hits a vocal range that I have only heard from one other artist, Tim Buckley.</p>
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<p>Four songs in, and another surprising element to <em>Grace</em> is the choice and inclusion of several cover versions.  Whether Jeff Buckley didn’t feel he had enough quality self-penned songs to complete Grace or he really didn’t care less for the rules of what he should and shouldn’t include on a debut album.</p>
<p>The album takes its first twist and change in mood with the inclusion of L<em><strong>ilac Wine</strong></em>, a slow ballad written in 1950, it was originally a UK hit single for Elkie Brooks in 1978 but had previously been recorded by other female singers including Eartha Kitt &amp; Nina Simone.</p>
<p>From a ballad the album picks up the tempo with one of the most rocking tracks on the album, <em><strong>So Real</strong></em> which like previous tracks has its soft, loud, soft moments in a post-Nirvana world and ends with Jeff Buckley’s trademark screeching and warbling.</p>
<p>Next the album drops once more with a version of Leonard Cohen’s beautiful song, <em><strong>Hallelujah</strong></em> (from Lenard Cohen’s 1984 album ‘<em>Various Positions</em>’.  Buckley based his version not on Cohen’s recording but John Cale’s version which includes a different arrangement and lyrics.</p>
<p>Jeff Buckley’s <em>Hallelujah</em> gained popularity in December 2008 when it was re-released on the back of the X Factor winner Alexandra Burke’s version which kept it from becoming the Christmas no.1.</p>
<p><em><strong>Lover, You Should Have Come Over </strong></em>sits between <em>Hallelujah</em> and the most surprising of all cover versions on <em>Grace</em>.  Who else would have included the hymn <em><strong>Corpus Christi Carol</strong></em>, let alone got away with it!  If this song was included for no other reason than as for Jeff Buckley to impress with his angelic voice, then it works.</p>
<p><em><strong>Eternal Life</strong></em> has a post-grunge angst about it.  In fact it wouldn’t sound out of place on a Pearl Jam album; and following the high standards of the previous eight tracks I’m afraid it’s probably the albums’ weakest link which is down to the timid production.  There’s a much improved, more raucous live version on the bonus CD of the <em><strong>Grace &#8211; Legacy Edition</strong></em> (see below) which unleashes the track like a wild animal that sounds drugged on opiates on the original album.</p>
<p>The final track of the album, <em><strong>Dream Brother</strong></em> begins with a snake charming middle-eastern vibe.  The sound swirls like a smoke-filled haze. <em>Dream Brother </em>drifts off into a completely different place for the final five minutes of the album; and after hearing live recordings where the group play the song with more venom and power, like <em>Eternal Life</em>, the album version sounds weak in comparison and doesn’t do the song justice. However, on hearing the original album for the first time, the songs sounded great to me.</p>
<p>Over the past 10 years <em>Grace</em> hasn’t strayed far from my home CD player and occasionally makes its way into the car, too.  It is a classic album where the music perfectly complements one of the most beautiful voices I have ever heard.   It’s a classic album by virtue of the fact that like other albums including The Beatles’ <em>Let It Be</em>,<em> London Calling</em> by The Clash and <em>Led Zeppelin II</em> I have never got tired of playing the album in its entirety.</p>
<p>In 2004 <em>Grace</em> was re-released with a bonus CD of alternate versions and unreleased cover versions including the MC5’s <em><strong>Kick Out The Jams</strong></em>, Bob Dylan’s <em><strong>Mama, You Been On My Mind</strong></em> and great versions of Robert Johnson’s <em><strong>Preachin’ The Blues</strong></em> and Leiber &amp; Stoller’s <em><strong>Alligator Wine</strong></em> (the latter sung in the spirit of Captain Beefheart).</p>
<p>Unlike other posthumous re-issues which are clearly nothing more than a money-making venture, the bonus CD is well worthy of a few extra pounds of your money.</p>
<p>Legacy also includes a <strong>DVD</strong> with a short film &#8211; <em><strong>The Making of Grace</strong></em> and five promo videos for Grace, <em>Last Goodbye</em>, So Real, <em>Eternal Life </em>and <em>Forget Her</em>.</p>
<p><strong>Jeff Buckley &#8211; <em>Grace</em></strong> (Original album)</p>
<p>1.    &#8221;Mojo Pin&#8221; (Jeff Buckley/Gary Lucas)<br />
2.    &#8221;Grace&#8221; (Jeff Buckley/Gary Lucas)<br />
3.    &#8221;Last Goodbye&#8221; (Jeff Buckley)<br />
4.    &#8221;Lilac Wine&#8221; (James Shelton)<br />
5.    &#8221;So Real&#8221; (Jeff Buckley/Michael Tighe)<br />
6.    &#8221;Hallelujah&#8221; (Leonard Cohen, arr. Jeff Buckley)<br />
7.    &#8221;Lover, You Should&#8217;ve Come Over&#8221;<br />
8.    &#8221;Corpus Christi Carol&#8221; (Traditional/Benjamin Britten)<br />
9.    &#8221;Eternal Life&#8221; (Jeff Buckley)<br />
10.    &#8221;Dream Brother&#8221; (Jeff Buckley/Mick Grondahl/Matt Johnson)</p>
<p><strong><em>Grace</em> &#8211; Legacy Edition</strong> Bonus CD</p>
<p>1.    &#8221;Forget Her&#8221; (Jeff Buckley)<br />
2.    &#8221;Dream Brother&#8221; (Alternate Take)<br />
3.    &#8221;Lost Highway&#8221; (Leon Payne)<br />
4.    &#8221;Alligator Wine&#8221; (Jerry Leiber/Mike Stoller)<br />
5.    &#8221;Mama, You Been on My Mind&#8221; (Bob Dylan)<br />
6.    &#8221;Parchman Farm Blues/Preachin&#8217; Blues&#8221; (Bukka White/Robert Johnson)<br />
7.    &#8221;The Other Woman&#8221; (Jessie Mae Robinson)<br />
8.    &#8221;Kanga-Roo&#8221; (Alex Chilton)<br />
9.    &#8221;I Want Someone Badly&#8221; (with Shudder to Think) (Nathan Larson)<br />
10.    &#8221;Eternal Life&#8221; (Road Version)<br />
11.    &#8221;Kick Out the Jams&#8221; (Live) (MC5)<br />
12.    &#8221;Dream Brother&#8221; (Nag Champa Mix)<br />
13.    &#8221;Strawberry Street&#8221; (Jeff Buckley/Andrew Goodsight/John McNally)</p>
<p><strong>Jeff Buckley</strong> recorded <em><strong>Grace</strong></em> with <strong>Mick Grondahl</strong> (bass), <strong>Michael Tighe </strong>(guitar) and <strong>Matt Johnson</strong> (drums).</p>
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