A few new purchases lately:
Interpol - Our Love to Admire - A highly anticipated release for me, but I think this one is going to be a slow grower. I've seen the band four times (!) live now, so I think I'm definitely in for the long haul with this album.
Smashing Pumpkins - Zeitgeist - I was a big fan back in the day and prepared myself for the worst. After seeing Corgan solo last year at the Enmore in Sydney, I had a newfound appreciation for him, especially giving his time at the end of the show to just stand and talk to the audience. The new record actually rocks in places, especially the opening track. I was honestly expecting self-indulgent wank especially with a title like Zeitgeist. Sure, there is a bit of that on there, and while it isn't "classic" Pumpkins, it is still pretty darn good.
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds - B-Sides & Rarities - I didn't get this when it first came out for some reason, but this 3-Disc set was only AU$14.95 on sale ($13 US) and a definite bargain. Some great tracks I've never heard on here, as well as some alternate takes of some classics. The acoustic version of "Mercy Seat" in wonderful.
), I was finally able to pick up the following:
It's fantastic!
