Due to a combination of busyness and laziness, I haven't posted anything here for a while. In order to make up for it, I've promised Vu that I'll post something each day this week[1]. So, here goes... post #1...
Acid House Kings has been mentioned here at least once, but no one's done a proper writeup for them (I know... *gasp*). This indie-pop band was formed in Sweden in 1991 by Joakim Ödlund and brothers Niklas and Johan Angergård. They cite the early 90's indie-pop scene in the UK, and many of the Sarah Records bands in particular, as influences. Their sound has evolved a little over time, but they remain a guitar-based pop band writing heartfelt, melodic, and incredibly catchy songs, and have remained remarkably consistent even after 15+ years.
They released their first album, "Pop, Look & Listen" in 1992. "Advantage Acid House Kings", their second full-length album, was released in 1997 and saw the appearance of Julia Lannerheim as a guest singer. She later joined the group full-time as co-lead vocalist for the third album, "Mondays Are Like Tuesdays And Tuesdays Are Like Wednesdays" (2002).
2005 saw the release of their fourth and latest album, "Sing Along With Acid House Kings". The initial release of the CD included a karaoke DVD, apparently the first ever such release. Along with a few music videos, the DVD contains a video for each song, which can be played with or without the vocals, thus allowing you to "sing along", if you so choose. This limited edition is out of print, but if you can't find a copy on ebay or a used record store, you can still enjoy the videos on youtube.
Anyway, the song i present to you here is "Say Yes If You Love Me", from their "Mondays Are Like Tuesdays And Tuesdays Are Like Wednesdays" album. Also check out the live TV performance!
[1] The "week o' posts" was supposed to happen last week. Did I mention the laziness?
August 20, 2007 8:47 PM Randy my♥posts 
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