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Originally Posted by JayJamJah
Alright, now I am confused. I've listened to the Atric Monkeys and they seem to lack three things: 1) Talent 2) Appeal 3) Ability to make a song I don't hate within 90 seconds.
Explain to me why I should give them another try, Jackhammer and jgd85 both have opinions on music I find solid and informed, but I don;t get that band.
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The reason I personally like ARCTIC MONKEYS, is that they sing in their regional accents, so they are not trying to be commercial. If people like them, great, but if not; I don't think they are bothered. The lyrics are quintessentially English in humour and style.They are carrying on a great tradition of great British lyricists like Ray Davies and Ian Dury.
They refused to play Live earth, saying it was hypocritical. They try to be as low key as possible. Songs without choruses, gigs under false names etc.
They are one of the tightest bands you will hear live.
I can understand people not getting into them though. They not exactly an acquired taste, but they have a lot of haters as well as fans.