Steve Webster and Toby Jenkins have already bought us Black Neon, Squire Of Somerton and Fort Lauderdale, now bringing us their new project of krautrock and post-punk enfused Higamos Hogamos.
Theres so many reference points here, vocal from Bolan, The Jesus & Mary Chain, or even the fragile pop vocals of The Church, and musically from Can, Harmonia and Neu! Its such a diverse album, managing to place itself ‘between’ genres, with its influences laid bare, unashamedly traversing psychedelic sounds, garage and glam rock, with motorik krautrock grooves, retaining a futuristic sound squarely aimed at the more eclectic dancefloors.
Standouts for me are Major Blitzkrieg, also released as a single with some very tastey remixes, as well as The Illuminoids, showcasing their obvious love for a tripped out motorik kraut sound.
Wayne Stronell
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