Whites Off Earth Now
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The Junkies' shimmering 1986 debut immediately catches your attention simply because of the unique concept: a lethargic, languid, country-tinged band interpreting an emotionally intense art form--the blues--with utter detachment. Seven of the nine cuts are blues covers (including three from John Lee Hooker and two from Robert Johnson), with one original and one stark Springsteen cover tossed in for good measure. The formula succeeds magically, thanks to Margo Timmins's drowsy, pristine vocals, Michael Timmins's gently snapping guitar, Alan Anton's quietly rumbling bass, and Peter Timmins's soft percussion palette. Whites not onl
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Manufacturer: Sony Music Canada Inc.
Release date: 21 February 1991
Number of discs: 1
EAN: 0078635238020 UPC: 078635238020
Release date: 21 February 1991
Number of discs: 1
EAN: 0078635238020 UPC: 078635238020
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