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MISCELLANEOUS DEBRIS

Primus

 

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memowakeman
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2 stars Covers, with the Primus style!

When I was younger I used to listen a lot to Primus, I considered them as one of the most original bands I've ever listened, I still think they are original, they have their own sound and style. Back in 1992 they released an EP named "Miscellaneous Debris" which consists in only five tracks, five covers of some of the bands that influenced them and maybe helped them having that mentioned original sound.

So Claypool, LaLonde and Alexander took these five songs and converted them to Primus' songs, I mean it is evident that there are covers, but Primus managed to leave their own style there, so you will not listen to plain copies of those tracks.

This album opens with a Peter Gabriel song, "Intruder" was the selected piece among his repertoire. The sound is pretty cool, it is raw and strong, the vocals of course have nothing to do with Gabriel, but covers are not made to compare, but to enjoy the different band's versions. I liked it since the first time I listened to it, the bass sound is not that memorable as other Primus songs, but it is great anyway.

Next is "Making Plans for Nigel", an XTC cover. This is another cool track that wanted to represent both sides, the XTC and Primus ones, I believe they succeeded again with this tribute, however after a couple of minutes you may get bored because of its constant repetition.

"Sinister Exaggeration" is original by The Residents, but well covered and elaborated by Primus, I love the bass sound and the capacity they had to create that sinister atmosphere, the vocals this time also help a lot.

"Tippi-Toes" is a short song original by Meters, despite it is only one minute and a half of length, you can enjoy this gentle track, that bass is pretty cool. And the album closes with a Pink Floyd song, "Have a Cigar" was a great selection because first of all this is a wonderful song, and secondly, the version Primus did is actually great, here I have to mention that I love the drums work, after praising Claypool's bass, I believe it is necessary to recognize the other member's work, because the created nice tributes here.

Now, I will tell you that I enjoy listening to this EP, I enjoy Primus covering some interesting songs, however, these 18 minutes left me asking for more, I would have loved to listen to a couple of tracks more. And despite musically I would rate it with three stars, I honestly think that this album should be only for those who already know, and like the band, mostly for fans, so my final grade will be two stars. If you want to know Primus, then get some of their studio albums.

Enjoy it!

memowakeman | 2/5 |

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