Jesse Sykes & The Sweet Hereafter
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Music League: Driving songs
You’re driving down the road, arm hanging out the window. What’s on the radio?
- Jesu: Stanlow
When Jesu first popped up, a decade early to the shoegaze revival, I was surprised to learn the band was formed by Justin Broadrick, who made his name in the ’90s underground with the harsh industrial metal band Godflesh. While both bands share his leaden guitar tone, Jesu is a notable departure from its forebear in its indulgence of melody and sometimes even major keys, as heard here. For me, this song evokes… See more →
Jesse Sykes & The Sweet Hereafter
Someone left $20 in the ATM, so I’m getting paid to see Jesse Sykes & The Sweet Hereafter and The Sadies tonight. I like this arrangement.
When music is great, there’s nothing better.

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As expected, seeing Jesse Sykes & The Sweet Hereafter was worth every penny of that overpriced Sunn/Boris ticket.

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