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Brett Anderson Live In London
''Live in London'' is a live recording of Brett Anderson's 9 May 2007 concert at the Shepherd's Bush Empire. It comes on 2 CDs and was limited to 1500 copies. It was made available to concert-goers at the concert minutes after the conclusion of the set. This is the first live recording to be released from Brett's first solo album and was recorded on the last night of the tour to promote the album. As well as solo material the concert concluded with acoustic and electric versions of Suede tracks. Playing alongside Brett were current songwriting partner Fred Ball (keyboards) and former Suede member Mat Osman (bass). No track-listing comes with the album. The cover photograph is by Paul Khera. CD1 #"To the Winter" (6:00) #" Love Is Dead" (3:32) #"One Lazy Morning" (3:25) #"Dust and Rain" (3:09) #"Intimacy" (3:11) #" Back to You" (5:35) #" By the Sea" (4:23) #"Colour of the Night" (2:58) #"Scorpio Rising" (4:39) #"(Interlude/big pat on the back for fan (brett words of praise ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brett Anderson
Brett Lewis Anderson (born 29 September 1967) is an English singer best known as the lead vocalist and primary lyricist of the band Suede. After Suede disbanded in 2003, he fronted The Tears with former Suede guitarist Bernard Butler in 2004-2006, and released four solo albums in which he also played guitar and keyboards. Anderson is known for his distinctive wide-ranging voice, poetic lyrics, energetic and charismatic stage presence and, during Suede's early days, an androgynous appearance. Suede re-formed in 2010; they continue to record and tour. Bassist Mat Osman and Anderson are the remaining original members since the band's inception, and along with drummer Simon Gilbert have appeared on all Suede albums. Early years: 1967–1988 Anderson was born and grew up in Lindfield, Sussex, a village north-east of Haywards Heath. His mother was an artist and a dressmaker; his father was a taxi driver whom Anderson described as an "obsessive classical-music fan". He attended Lin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Coming Up (album)
''Coming Up'' is the third album by English alternative rock band Suede, released on 2 September 1996 through Nude Records. It was the band's first album since the departure of guitarist Bernard Butler, who was replaced by Richard Oakes. Also added to the band was keyboardist (and Simon Gilbert's cousin) Neil Codling. The album was nominated for the 1997 Mercury Prize. A commercial and critical success, ''Coming Up'' was the second by the band to reach no. 1 on the UK Albums Chart, producing five top ten singles and receiving a favourable reception at home and in the US. ''Coming Up'' was the album that introduced Suede to a worldwide audience, in places such as Europe, Canada and Asia. Background After the departure of guitarist Bernard Butler and the lack of commercial success with ''Dog Man Star'' and its singles, Suede were being somewhat dismissed by the British music press with Oasis, Blur and Pulp taking the limelight. Determined to bring Suede back into the mainstream, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beautiful Ones
"Beautiful Ones" is the second single from the album '' Coming Up'' (1996) by Suede, released on 14 October 1996 through Nude Records. The song became a top-ten hit in the United Kingdom, peaking at number eight, and reached number one in Iceland for two weeks. Background Featuring one of new guitarist Richard Oakes' first guitar riffs, "Beautiful Ones" became one of Suede's more popular singles. The song was originally titled "Dead Leg" after bassist Mat Osman threatened to give Oakes a dead leg if he was unable to write a top ten single. The song charted at number eight on the UK Singles Chart in October 1996, in an era when the top 10 consisted of an eclectic mix of pop, indie and dance music. The video for the song was directed by Pedro Romhanyi, who had previously made the video for the band's third single, "Animal Nitrate" in early 1993. The video features the band shot in black and white performing the song, intercut with quick edits of conceptual segments illustrating t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trash (Suede Song)
"Trash" is the first single from English rock band Suede's third studio album, '' Coming Up'' (1996). Released on 29 July 1996 via Nude Records, "Trash" was the first single on which all the songs were written without guitarist Bernard Butler, since Richard Oakes had taken his place. The single is tied with " Stay Together" as the band's highest-charting single on the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number three; however, it outsold the earlier single, thus making it their biggest-selling single. Outside the UK, the song topped the Finnish Singles Chart in late August and reached the top five in Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden. Song meaning Various meanings have been given to the song, but the main themes seem to be about 'outsiders', being different but living well with it. In a 2013 interview, Anderson expanded this theme, saying: "It's a song that's kind of about being in the band and, by extension, it's a song about the fans and the whole kind of ethos of being a Suede... person." ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Can't Get Enough (Suede Song)
"Can't Get Enough" is the fourth and final single released from English rock band Suede's fourth studio album, '' Head Music'' (1999). The song was released on 8 November 1999 through Nude Records. Background All of the songs on the album were produced by Suede with Michael Ade except "Can't Get Enough", which was produced by Steve Osborne. The song peaked at number 23 on the UK Singles Chart but was the first Suede single not to chart in Finland or Sweden since "New Generation" in 1995. The UK video for the song was directed by John Hillcoat, and features a couple, played by Max Beesley and Laura Fraser, trashing their apartment. An additional Australian-only version of the video was produced and directed by drummer Simon Gilbert, and is a composite of on tour B-roll footage and a live performance. The single was released in Sweden with "Let Go" as the lead track and containing the B-sides from the first two UK CDs. Critical reception ''Music Week'' wrote: " e Steve O ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Wild Ones (song)
"The Wild Ones" is the second single from the album ''Dog Man Star'' by English rock band Suede, released on 7 November 1994 through Nude Records. The song peaked at number 18 in the UK. Background The ballad is considered a favourite among fans and is one of their most notable songs of this period. Brett Anderson has said on numerous occasions that he regards this song as not only the high-water mark of his writing partnership with Bernard Butler, but his favourite of all Suede songs. The song is one of several notable Suede songs including " So Young" and " Stay Together", which were inspired by Anderson's ex-girlfriend Anick. The B-side, "Modern Boys", appears as an album track in the US and Japanese editions of ''Dog Man Star''. The single also features a version of "Introducing the Band" by electronic pioneer Brian Eno. Another B-side, "This World Needs a Father" is the only Suede song to feature input from both Bernard Butler and Richard Oakes. While the band were putting ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
So Young (Suede Song)
"So Young" is a song by English rock band Suede, released as the fourth and final single from their self-titled debut album on 17 May 1993 through Nude Records. It charted at number 22 on the UK Singles Chart. "So Young" was a last-minute addition to the album. It was written just three months ahead of its release, in contrast to the bulk of the album, which had been demoed almost a year previously. The video for the single was directed by David Lewis and Andy Crabb, who later went on to direct a series of backdrop films for Suede as well as the live tour film ''Introducing The Band'' and features children from the Kent coastal town of Whitstable. Originally intended to have no footage of the band members, a shoot was later arranged at the instigation of the record company who insisted that the band appear. Track listings All songs were written by Brett Anderson and Bernard Butler Bernard Joseph Butler (born 1 May 1970) is an English musician, songwriter and record producer. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Animal Nitrate
"Animal Nitrate" is the third single by English rock band Suede, released through Nude Records on 22 February 1993 and later included on the band's debut album ''Suede''. It charted at 7 on the UK Singles Chart, making it the highest-charting single from the album. The song is the band's highest-charting single in Ireland and New Zealand, peaking at No. 11 in both countries. It also debuted and peaked at No. 21 in Sweden but stayed on the chart for only two weeks. Background Suede had received widespread media coverage in the year leading up to the release of the debut album in March 1993. "Animal Nitrate", released one month before the album was the third in a triptych of singles following on from the successful first two singles, "The Drowners" and "Metal Mickey". The song originated with its opening riff, written by guitarist Bernard Butler who was inspired "totally secretly" by "Smells Like Teen Spirit". According to Butler, he conceived this guitar part during rehearsal in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Back To You (Brett Anderson Song)
"Back to You" is the second solo single by Suede frontman Brett Anderson. It was released in July 2007. The single was a collaboration with Norwegian electro pop producer Fred Ball (aka Pleasure). It was previously released on the second ''Pleasure'' album. The song was previewed by Anderson during his May 2007 concert tour. The version on Anderson's ''Wilderness'' album features vocals from French actress Emmanuelle Seigner. The song became a favourite of Anderson's live shows and it was well-received. Cam Lindsay of Canadian music magazine ''Exclaim! ''Exclaim!'' is a Canadian music and entertainment publisher based in Toronto, which features in-depth coverage of new music across all genres with a special focus on Canadian and emerging artists. The monthly Exclaim! print magazine publishes 7 ...'' wrote: "Heartfelt, gorgeous and affecting, it's a shame Brett can't do more of this because this is easily the best thing he's done since ' She's in Fashion' and a memorable m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shepherd's Bush Empire
Shepherd's Bush Empire (currently known as O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire for sponsorship reasons, and formerly known as the BBC Television Theatre) is a music venue in Shepherd's Bush, West London, run by the Academy Music Group. It was originally built in 1903 as a music hall for impresario Oswald Stoll, designed by theatre architect Frank Matcham; among its early performers was Charlie Chaplin. In 1953 it became the BBC Television Theatre. Since 1994, it has operated as a music venue. It is a Grade II listed building. History Origins The Shepherd's Bush Empire was built in 1903 for impresario Oswald Stoll, designed by theatre architect Frank Matcham.Denny, p.93 Ashly's Circus performed at Shepherd's Bush Empire and presented to George Strong a trophy for riding The Bucking Mule "Sloper' on 8 September 1905. The first performers at the new theatre were The Fred Karno Troupe including Charlie Chaplin (1906). The Empire staged music-hall entertainments, such as variety performance ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Love Is Dead (Brett Anderson Song)
"Love Is Dead" is the first single from Brett Anderson's first solo album, ''Brett Anderson''. It was released on two CD singles and 7" vinyl. A download bundle was also available. The sleeve was designed by Peter Saville, with photography by Wolfgang Tillmans. The music video was directed by Russell Thomas. The single reached number 42 on the UK Singles Chart. It was well-received by critics. Dom Gourlay of ''Contactmusic.com'' felt that Anderson sounded more "mature" on this song compared to his work with The Tears, while ''NME ''New Musical Express'' (''NME'') is a British music, film, gaming, and culture website and brand. Founded as a newspaper in 1952, with the publication being referred to as a 'rock inkie', the NME would become a magazine that ended up as a f ...'' considered the song "rather decent." The '' Daily Record'' considered it to be one of the best songs Anderson had written, saying, "Aching violins push this mid-tempo rocker into the realms of a classic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mat Osman
Mathew David Osman (born 9 October 1967) is an English musician and author, best known as the bassist in the rock band Suede. Osman and singer Brett Anderson are the only remaining founding members left in Suede, and along with the drummer Simon Gilbert who appeared on any Suede albums. Biography Osman was born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, but was raised mainly in Haywards Heath, West Sussex. Osman's younger brother is the presenter, author, and comedian Richard Osman. He studied at the London School of Economics where in 1989, he was awarded a BSc in Economics. Osman met future Suede lead singer Brett Anderson in Haywards Heath, and they played together in early garage bands such as The Pigs and Suave And Elegant. Osman co-wrote some of Suede's songs, including "Lost in TV", "Europe Is Our Playground", "Attitude" and " Golden Gun". After Suede broke up in 2003, Osman provided music for television programmes, such as ''8 Out of 10 Cats'', '' The Marriage Ref'' and ''Y ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
