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KULA SHAKER – NATURAL MAGICK / ALBUM REVIEW

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It’s impossible to write about a Kula Shaker album without first acknowledging that they are a band with a bit of a history. After having phenomenal success with their 1996 debut album, K, they followed it up a couple of years later with the absurdly-named Peasants, Pigs & Astronauts that was every bit as batshit as the title and months of recording on David Gilmour’s Thames houseboat would suggest. I should also confess that it’s one of my favourite records of all time, just so you get a gist where this review is coming from. Anyway, around the time Peasants appeared, and as the 20th century collectively shat itself over the threat of the millennium bug, some misjudged comments in the press led to the band imploding. Since then, the words ‘Kula Shaker’ have almost exclusively been used in the music press as the punchline to a joke. Fast forward around a decade and the band were back together, albeit without original member and hammond organ wizard Jay Darlington – who was busy tou

Lost Dog Street Band Embrace Bluegrass Roots on ‘Survived’ (ALBUM REVIEW)

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Lost Dog Street Band has returned with their latest album, ‘Survived,’ showcasing a deep dive into their bluegrass roots. Benjamin Tod’s solo project might have been a detour, but the band’s undeniable chemistry and passion for their music brought them back together for this remarkable release. Table of Contents Introduction Band’s Reunion Recording Process Song Highlights Final Thoughts Introduction Benjamin Tod initially believed he had said all he needed to with Lost Dog Street Band, but the songs he had in store for the band begged to differ. ‘Survived’ stands as a testament to their enduring spirit and commitment to their craft. Band’s Reunion After Benjamin Tod’s solo endeavor, the band regrouped to create ‘Survived,’ a collection of songs that encapsulate their growth and evolution over the years. This album proves that Lost Dog Street Band still has plenty to offer to their audience. Recording Process For ‘Survived,’ the band opted for a more organic approach by recording all p