MMW: Mclusky/Future of the Left

Saturday, February 15th, 2014 // Blogs,MMW

Mclusky is a noise/scream rock band from Wales, fronted by singer/songwriter Andy ‘Falco’ Falkous. They were active 2000-2005, and split up for the usual boring reasons that bands do. Definitely check out Mclusky Do Dallas (2002), but truly all of their albums are worth your time.

After Mclusky broke up, Falco kept the buzz and crunch alive founding Future of the Left in 2006. What makes both of these bands mind-blowing to me is Falco’s singing ability and songwriting. He’s an observer and storyteller who focuses on pretty repugnant characters, but isn’t concerned with telling his audience what is “right” or “wrong”. Humorous, absurd situations are constants (extension cord wrapped around the base of my penis in defiance of societal law. “Why Aren’t I Going To Hell”) throughout all of the albums he’s released with both bands. Musically, Mclusky and Future of the Left kill it with their simple use of pauses, sudden dynamic changes and repetition. They have a wide array of sounds (largely because of Falco’s ability and creativity as a singer), but surprising lyrics and hard core rocking are ubiquitous. These bands, and especially Future of the Left, are my absolute favorite and I’m excited to bring them to you!

If you dig, I’d love to chat more: tmoleswo@wrct.org

–Tee

Mclusky: What I reaaaally wish I could have played

FoTL: What I reaaaally wish I could have played

The House that Hope Built (Official Video)