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RollingFreak
The band, Sparks, are playing New York City. Smallerish band. I feel like people know about them but from so many different ways its hard to pinpoint exactly where from. I have loved them for decades and this'll be my first time actually being able to see them. Let me rephrase, I am a fan of their album Kimono My House which I think is one of the greatest albums of all times. They have other good stuff, but that album stands head and shoulders above the rest. I highly suggest seeking it out if you've never heard it.
I'm hoping, and failing, to get them to play the album in full at one of these shows. They've done it in the past but never in New York and I can't imagine anyone would be upset by it. I have reached out to them on Twitter, they have responded with a simple "nope." But liked a tweet I made about it a different time so its odd. I made a petition. Maybe nothing gets done, but who knows what can happen if you ask for things. I only have so many chances anyway:
[www.change.org]
Anyone else a fan of this band? Or that album? This would be a dream come true to see this album, if anyone feels like signing. Up to you. We all have our obsessions and in no way do I want this in place of new material they'll be touring. But if I have one shot most likely to see them, I'd die to hear this album.
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rollmops
The funny looking keyplayer is even more static than Bill Wyman!
Rockandroll,
Mops
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Valeswood
Not a fan but I know what its like to be a fan.
I signed your petition.
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likecats
I just signed the petition. I won't get to see these shows but I saw them play Kimono My House at UCLA Royce Hall with a full band. It was outstanding and I hope you and other fans get the same opportunity.
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sdstonesguy
They have 3 nights booked this month in LA...great venue too.
I spun a few tracks last night, checked the live performances too...I was excited to try something new (to me), but I just do not get them. I can hear the influence on erasure/smiths/etc., but I like those bands better.