EPISODE · Apr 15, 2020 · 15 MIN
Buzzcocks - "What Do I Get?"
from I'm In Love With That Song Podcast · host Brad Page
Back in '77, one thing UK punk bands didn't have much use for was love songs. But Pete Shelley of the Buzzcocks wrote what could be called "modern love songs"; honest songs about longing, romance, loneliness, and yes, love -- all laced with self-deprecating humor. But their music was aggressive, all raging guitars, pounding drums & pummeling bass. With those thoughtful (dare I say, sensitive) lyrics on top, it was the best of both worlds. On this episode, we take a deep dive into the Buzzcocks classic "What Do I Get?". If you enjoyed this episode, check out The Hustle Podcast's interview with Steve Diggle. Buzzcocks - "What Do I Get?" (Pete Shelley) Copyright 1978 Complete Music Limited -- This show is one of many great music-related podcasts on the Pantheon network. You should check them out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Back in '77, one thing UK punk bands didn't have much use for was love songs. But Pete Shelley of the Buzzcocks wrote what could be called "modern love songs"; honest songs about longing, romance, loneliness, and yes, love -- all laced with self-deprecating humor. But their music was aggressive, all raging guitars, pounding drums & pummeling bass. With those thoughtful (dare I say, sensitive) lyrics on top, it was the best of both worlds. On this episode, we take a deep dive into the Buzzcocks classic "What Do I Get?". If you enjoyed this episode, check out The Hustle Podcast's interview with Steve Diggle. Buzzcocks - "What Do I Get?" (Pete Shelley) Copyright 1978 Complete Music Limited -- This show is one of many great music-related podcasts on the Pantheon network. You should check them out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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