5013929599437

Poppsaga - Icelands Pop Sce

Various Artists

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Release Date:  24 February 2014

Label:  Rpm International / Cherry Red

Packaging Type:  Jewel Case

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  5013929599437

Genres:  Rock  

  • Description

    For the first-time ever, beyond its rocky shores, Poppsaga reveals the music the Sugarcubes generation grew up with. This is the story of Icelands pop scene before the outside world discovered its unique twist on music.



    From the pure, Beatle-esque pop of Pelican to the glam-rock of Change, from the disco-influenced Poker to the yearning intimacy of Jhann G. Jhannssonn, Poppsaga collects music which would have entranced the world if the dice had rolled differently.



    In the 70's, Iceland wanted to be heard by the outside world: Pelican recorded in and toured America; Change recorded in London and had a British release; Jhann G. Jhannsson recorded at Londons legendary Olympic Studios with Madeline Bell and ex-Jeff Beck drummer Micky Waller. Finally, these Icelandic artists are receiving the exposure they deserved.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Jenny Darling
      • 2. Lazy London Lady
      • 3. Superman
      • 4. Woman Of Our Day
      • 5. Don't Try To Fool Me
      • 6. What's Hidden There
      • 7. Yaketty Yak, Smacketty Smack
      • 8. I Need A Woman
      • 9. Days Pass Me By
      • 10. Blue Jean Queen
      • 11. Driving In The City
      • 12. Rabbits
      • 13. Joe The Mad Rocker
      • 14. Mary Jane
      • 15. Get On To A Sure Thing
      • 16. Candy Girl
      • 17. My Glasses
      • 18. Take Me To The Sun
      • 19. Poker