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| Mar 11, 2004: Dave Blood, bassist for defunct Philadelphia rock act the Dead Milkmen, committed suicide Wednesday, according to a post by his sister on the band's official message board (http://deadmilkmen.com). He will be missed by all of Philadelphia, and PhillyMusic.com sends our condolences to his family and many friends.
"This morning Dave Blood is no longer with us," wrote Blood's sister, Kathy. "David is my brother. Since the breakup of the band David has never really found his niche in life. My brother was a smart, clever and talented person. Inner peace has seemed to elude him for the last many years. Sometime last night David chose to end his life. He left a note that I don't know all of what it said, he was not elaborate -- but he said he just could not stand to go on any longer." | |
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| Milton and the Devils Party - My personal Happy Pill "So farewell Hope, and with Hope farewell Fear, farewell Remorse: all Good to me is lost; Evil be thou my Good." “I’m dining on cows I heard were out of their mind, ‘cause tonight England is mine” Now I know what you’re thinking, and no the first quote isn’t part of your favorite death metal song, ok? It’s a quote from John Milton’s epic poem, Paradise Lost , (Book IV Lines 107-9 if you want to get specific). Milton (1608-1674) was considered to be one of the greatest epic poets of his time, and was admired by many. One of Milton’s admirers, William Blake (1757-1827) read this epic poem, and thereafter called Milton, “a true Poet and of the Devil's party without knowing it.” This then brings us to my second quote, written by the appropriately named “Milton and the Devils Party”. The only difference between this group and the man they are named after, is that this group doesn’t mention things like human sacrifices, fire, and all that good, dark, evil stuff that we hold nostalgically in our minds as our teenage years. (Otherwise known as the time when many of us found our true callings as musicians.) However, this group’s lyrics are just as eloquently written and cleverly constructed that Milton himself would be proud. Milton and the Devils Party is comprised of Daniel Robinson (Bass/Vocals), Mark Graybill (Guitar), Pat Manley (Guitar and part-time clog dancer), and Martin Evans (Drums). Each of these gentlemen comes from very diverse backgrounds geographically and/or musically, which I think, can be a very helpful aspect of any group. Their power pop sound combined with Elvis Costello-like vocals and witty, real lyrics have helped to make this group very easily to listen to. In their most recent release, Best World Going, Milton’s songs cover a range of topics and emotions. The cynical but sadly true, “Happy Pill” discusses everyone’s remedy for day-to-day life, herbal, medicinal, or whatever. I actually think that this song is the most single-worthy on this album, and certainly a staple in my favorite songs of the year. “Happy Pill” has top-notch vocals and an upbeat sound. The arrangement is reminiscent of “Don’t Let’s Start” by They Might Be Giants, who also hold a place near and dear to my heart, I don’t care how weird they are. The Clockwork Orange references of “Ugly American” really caught my eye, and the beat from “Heathen Eden” gives an overall 80’s retro punk feel. Daniel, author of most of the songs on this album is a true poet, and his ability to express his feelings and thoughts is one of the strongest assets of the group. In terms of the music and overall performance of the group, they’re really tight, and even more so with their new drummer, Martin Evans. (You’ll notice Tommy Traddles is on drums for the album.) I think it’s wonderfully arranged, and I particularly enjoy Mark’s guitar on “Sweat So Sweet”. I have yet to see them live, but I am truly looking forward to seeing them soon. They have a great sound, and they seem like they would have a great time at a venue. Final note: Run to your local music store and get Best World Going . If you like a good power-pop tune, good lyrics, good musicianship, and a songs about breasts (yes, I said breasts), you’ll like this album, and you’ll like Milton and the Devils Party. For more information, check out their site, miltonmusic.tripod.com for upcoming gigs, photos, and fun stuff. Hey, if Gary Coleman and David Hasselhoff like them, shouldn’t you? | |