Philosophy And Underwear

The debut release from this new New York City-based band led by none other than Kid Congo Powers. As the title may lead one to believe, the album is a highbrow, and often humorous, viewpoint of a tough and sleazy low life world Kid's character's inhabit. Herbert Hunke's 1940's Times Square in "Johnny," Shakespeare's Richard III’s unrequited loves haunt modern guys in "Richard Three," S&M leather men's inner struggles in "Even Though Your Leather is Cliché," or the post 9/11 breakup of a relationship in "The Weather The War." Although heady, and heavy subjects, the music is a mélange of stomping soul swagger, angular no wave, glam-era Lou Reed celebrations and New York stories. Guitars scream like banshees, drums swing from the rafters, basslines snake charm, and electronics reference more Roxy Music Eno than the over exhausted electroclash. Mixed with Kid's casual laconic and resonant talk/sing style, whether dueling with a Little Annie or doing it solo, Kid gives heartfelt performances.