Punk Rock Ist Nicht Tot

I always like to know a little bit about the bands I listen to, it doesn’t shape my opinion of their music but it does help give an idea of where they’re coming from. With Cobson it’s been pretty tough finding anything about them at all. I know the band are French (you’d have to be an idiot not to spot that one!), though not what part of France they come from. I also know they play two guitars, a piano and drums but from the pictures I’ve seen the band consists of two guys and a girl, so who’s multitasking I’m not sure. Read more…

Today we have something a little different. It’s not often Smiths songs get covered, probably because they are so revered, but French shoegaze outfit have recorded a live version of The Smiths classic ‘This Charming Man’. With acoustic guitar, a lovely french accent and even handclaps towards the ends, I wouldn’t suggest it’s better but it’s certainly different and I like it! Read more…