Friday 6 January 2017

Take Them By The Legs


More early 80s post-punk goth magnificence, 12" version again too, this time Siouxsie in imperious form and the classic Banshees line up of John McGeoch, Steve Severin and Budgie. The band are out of this world here, blood coursing through their veins- thumping tom toms, manic acoustic guitars and psychedelic finger-picked electric ones.


Spellbound (12" Mix)
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8 comments:

  1. Charity Chic6 January 2017 at 09:28

    A classic line up indeed

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  2. Simon6 January 2017 at 11:48

    Love love love this. One of the best singles of the era. I love the early 80s. So many great singles.

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  3. The Swede6 January 2017 at 14:04

    Another winner SA.

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  4. Anonymous6 January 2017 at 19:09

    John McGeoch made huge contributions to many a record during his life. This is certainly one of his best.

    There was a memorable TOTP appearance back in the day..

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfBXgXsT8yA

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  5. Echorich6 January 2017 at 19:28

    The Banshees' greatest song - IMO, and McGeoch's signature guitar is just magnificent. This 12 Mix is among the best of the Era.

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  6. Swiss Adam6 January 2017 at 20:05

    That TotP is memorable, as you say JC. Siouxsie looking fine and like she owns the place.

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  7. londonlee9 January 2017 at 12:11

    Saw them live several times in that era and they were indeed magnificent

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  8. zeroid2 June 2018 at 18:31

    Love the tumbling drums after the "take them by the legs...and throw them down the stairs" line...

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