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WAR, WHAT IS GOOD FOR?

Absolutely Nothing.mp3 : The Skids - And The Band Played Waltzing Matildamp3 : The Pogues - And The Band Played Waltzing MatildaI can forgive Richard Jobson for all his pretentions simply for the fact that his inclusion of this song on Joy, the final LP by The Skids in 1981 was the first time I ever heard it. And made me realise that folk music was nothing to be afraid of.And the delivery of Shane McGowan over the gorgeous playing of his band, perfectly produced by Elvis Costello, brings a lump...

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WAR, WHAT IS GOOD FOR?

The Vinyl Villain — Absolutely Nothing.mp3 : The Skids - And The Band Played Waltzing Matildamp3 : The Pogues - And The Band Played Waltzing MatildaI can forgive Richard Jobson for all his ... more info
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