Arctic Monkeys (dancing, dance, indie, album, volume)

hookers with machineguns · 10-24-2005, 03:45 PM

They're pretty good. I like 'em.

Well that's my half-assed contribution to this thread.

nutty jenny · 11-03-2005, 10:51 AM

I am a massive fan of theres, i've liked them for about a year because i'm from sheffield (their hometown! woo hoo!!) waiting for them to get big and they finally are on there way. i was right happy for em when they got to no.1! they are a great band and the lyrics are awesome. i have 17 of there tracks at the mo! i can't stop listening to them!!

Rob On The Job · 11-03-2005, 02:29 PM

yeh I jus started to get into them, I like that fake tales of san francisco but they arent that apealing

The Indie Bar Kid · 11-04-2005, 05:19 PM

Hyped beyond all belief and not half as genius as the press would have you believe...

So yeah I fucking love them.

There's no escaping the comparisons to all manner of Brit bands, especially the Libs, but to be honest their songs so far mop the coke-lined floor with Doherty and Barat. His lyrics are truly witty and clever (the proof that love's not only blind but deaf; don't do major credit cards, doubt she does receipts etc.) and Mother of Muffins Almighty they have some funkadelic basslines. Just listen to Scummy (When The Lights Go Down) for the proof of that, tis amazing indeed. And the fact one of their worst songs managed to do what Coldplay, Franz, the Libs and Michelle McManus (well, again) can't quite reach shows they may well be [WARNING: NME OVERSTATEMENT IMMINENT] one of the most important bands of this generation, or at least a worthwhile distraction while we wait for the Strokes to figure out how to turn the distortion off on Jules' mic.

"Youre not from New York City, Youre from Rotheram, So get off the bandwagon and put down the handbook"

Clarky2005 · 11-04-2005, 06:36 PM

tell you an upcoming band im putting above Artic Monkeys for being the raw deal. Post Haste, from the North-West of England near Liverpool. Really making a mar. When i get enough posts, I'll share the link.

Sneer · 11-05-2005, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by The Indie Bar Kid

Hyped beyond all belief and not half as genius as the press would have you believe...

So yeah I fucking love them.

There's no escaping the comparisons to all manner of Brit bands, especially the Libs, but to be honest their songs so far mop the coke-lined floor with Doherty and Barat. His lyrics are truly witty and clever (the proof that love's not only blind but deaf; don't do major credit cards, doubt she does receipts etc.) and Mother of Muffins Almighty they have some funkadelic basslines. Just listen to Scummy (When The Lights Go Down) for the proof of that, tis amazing indeed. And the fact one of their worst songs managed to do what Coldplay, Franz, the Libs and Michelle McManus (well, again) can't quite reach shows they may well be [WARNING: NME OVERSTATEMENT IMMINENT] one of the most important bands of this generation, or at least a worthwhile distraction while we wait for the Strokes to figure out how to turn the distortion off on Jules' mic.

"Youre not from New York City, Youre from Rotheram, So get off the bandwagon and put down the handbook"

i think i bet that you look good on the dancefloor absolutely owns. and i havent heard one single song yet that captures the teenage psyche quite so aptly as "bigger boys and stolen sweethearts"

Expletive Deleted · 11-05-2005, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clarky2005

tell you an upcoming band im putting above Artic Monkeys for being the raw deal. Post Haste, from the North-West of England near Liverpool. Really making a mar. When i get enough posts, I'll share the link.

Someone mentioned them earlier today. What do they sound like?

Vicky182 · 11-06-2005, 05:02 AM

I'm loving the Arctic Monkeys. I think it's great that they've made it big themsleves just by, basically their fanbase promoting them over the net. I was in Sheffield the other week and the Monkeys were playing at one of the venues - sold out of coz - tragic, but oh well, still think they are great.

And I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor is a tuuune.

right-track · 11-06-2005, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by LedZepStu

i think i bet that you look good on the dancefloor absolutely owns. and i havent heard one single song yet that captures the teenage psyche quite so aptly as "bigger boys and stolen sweethearts"

Totally agree...not since 'Jilted John' by Jilted John.

Mostly impressed by 'Fake Tails Of San Franscisco'. As for any future concerning this band, only time will tell.
My gut feeling is their fame will be limited.

The lead singer sings with a Sheffield accent (very similar to a Manchester accent) and I can't make my mind up if it adds or takes something away from the overall sound. I'ts possible it could limit their appeal.

burnt_outfallenangel · 11-06-2005, 06:43 AM

I like their latest song its so cool. and even better they're sheffielders like me

10-24-2005, 03:45 PM	#11 (permalink)
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11-04-2005, 05:19 PM	#14 (permalink)
The Indie Bar Kid In Original Packaging Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: . Posts: 191	Hyped beyond all belief and not half as genius as the press would have you believe... So yeah I fucking love them. There's no escaping the comparisons to all manner of Brit bands, especially the Libs, but to be honest their songs so far mop the coke-lined floor with Doherty and Barat. His lyrics are truly witty and clever (the proof that love's not only blind but deaf; don't do major credit cards, doubt she does receipts etc.) and Mother of Muffins Almighty they have some funkadelic basslines. Just listen to Scummy (When The Lights Go Down) for the proof of that, tis amazing indeed. And the fact one of their worst songs managed to do what Coldplay, Franz, the Libs and Michelle McManus (well, again) can't quite reach shows they may well be [WARNING: NME OVERSTATEMENT IMMINENT] one of the most important bands of this generation, or at least a worthwhile distraction while we wait for the Strokes to figure out how to turn the distortion off on Jules' mic. "Youre not from New York City, Youre from Rotheram, So get off the bandwagon and put down the handbook" __________________ We must take all of the medicines too expensive now to sell, Set fire to the preacher who is promising us hell. Into the ear of every anarchist that sleeps, but doesn't dream, We must sing We must sing We must sing I CAN'T TELL THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DEATH AND GLORY.... And Im so clever But clever ain't wise

11-04-2005, 06:36 PM	#15 (permalink)
Clarky2005 Groupie Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 15	tell you an upcoming band im putting above Artic Monkeys for being the raw deal. Post Haste, from the North-West of England near Liverpool. Really making a mar. When i get enough posts, I'll share the link.

11-06-2005, 05:02 AM	#18 (permalink)
Vicky182 Groupie Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bournemouth, UK Posts: 23	I'm loving the Arctic Monkeys. I think it's great that they've made it big themsleves just by, basically their fanbase promoting them over the net. I was in Sheffield the other week and the Monkeys were playing at one of the venues - sold out of coz - tragic, but oh well, still think they are great. And I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor is a tuuune.

11-06-2005, 06:43 AM	#20 (permalink)
burnt_outfallenangel Groupie Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 3	I like their latest song its so cool. and even better they're sheffielders like me