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There are two groups who have recorded under the name of 400 Blows.
1. Coming together in 1981 in Croydon, London, England under the name of 400 Blows, this versatile ensemble combined funk, reggae, African music and disco. Their obvious influences, in addition to various ethnic styles, included 23 Skidoo and Throbbing Gristle.
The debut release was “Beat The Devil”, much in the vein of Cabaret Voltaire, which attracted the attention of Illuminated Records. The band is basically the creation of Edward Beer, who dismissed original collaborator Scott Fraser after the single. The two Anthonys, Thorpe and Lea, were then roped in, although Beer continued to maintain artistic control.
Early controversy surrounded the title of their debut album, If I Kissed Her, I’d Have To Kill Her First, which prompted the question of whether they liked women. “Oh, maybe sexually I like them, but I don’t like having them around that much. They just get on my nerves”, was Beer’s reply.
A minor hit came with “Movin’”, an update of the old Brass Construction number, at which point he had been joined by female vocalist Lee.
By the late 80s and early 90s they were turning to the beat of acid house, releasing singles such as “Champion Sound” on Warrior records. Thorpe would go on to significant solo success as the Moody Boyz, also remixing for the KLF.
2. Based out of Los Angeles, California this 3 piece band features Skot on vocals, Ferdinand on drums, and Scott on guitar. Previous for guitar was Christian.
1. Coming together in 1981 in Croydon, London, England under the name of 400 Blows, this versatile ensemble combined funk, reggae, African music and disco. Their obvious influences, in addition to various ethnic styles, included 23 Skidoo and Throbbing Gristle.
The debut release was “Beat The Devil”, much in the vein of Cabaret Voltaire, which attracted the attention of Illuminated Records. The band is basically the creation of Edward Beer, who dismissed original collaborator Scott Fraser after the single. The two Anthonys, Thorpe and Lea, were then roped in, although Beer continued to maintain artistic control.
Early controversy surrounded the title of their debut album, If I Kissed Her, I’d Have To Kill Her First, which prompted the question of whether they liked women. “Oh, maybe sexually I like them, but I don’t like having them around that much. They just get on my nerves”, was Beer’s reply.
A minor hit came with “Movin’”, an update of the old Brass Construction number, at which point he had been joined by female vocalist Lee.
By the late 80s and early 90s they were turning to the beat of acid house, releasing singles such as “Champion Sound” on Warrior records. Thorpe would go on to significant solo success as the Moody Boyz, also remixing for the KLF.
2. Based out of Los Angeles, California this 3 piece band features Skot on vocals, Ferdinand on drums, and Scott on guitar. Previous for guitar was Christian.
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mefurgly wrote:
New album will melt your face off! Love this band!!
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WILDHEARSES wrote:
Saw them in Baltimore, pretty great hardcore. After their set was done I was like, "wait... that was just a three piece?" There was a shitload of noise happening. I am considering getting some of their stuff now and it's rare for me to be interested in a band based on one set.
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wuhwuhwolves wrote:
just caught them in minneapolis last night, epic showmanship, was enthralled, would do again.
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DarthRok wrote:
New album is great! excited to finally see them live!
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dalegrett wrote:
Sorry, saddadscalmons, you fail in such judgement. But yes, check them out.
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saddadscalmmoms wrote:
picture and description are wrong, they are not the number one 400 blows. doesnt mean i wont check them out though.
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launderground wrote:
13 years strong we still love 400 blows.
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johntardsbaby66 wrote:
i can' think of anything else justinetruant
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simonlefty77 wrote:
didn't have a clue about this band until i downloaded a track off buddyhead (i think). Total love at first listen. brutal but somehow beautiful!
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justinetruant wrote:
as in the movie? i'm sure i'm not the first to ask...
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volumeone wrote:
tour again!
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Mulukhiyya wrote:
Their show got interrupted by a fire alarm and finished after they played only 3,4 songs at ATP few years ago. really wanna see them again (-_-)
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esophagus wrote:
KINGS!
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frigginjankies wrote:
Aw ye.
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volumeone wrote:
swwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwaaaaaaeeet.
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ntwrock wrote:
Beaaauutaayy!
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erinthevida wrote:
so much love.
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