... one of my favourite Placebo lyrics. I've not long since received their new "REDUX" album which, along with a remastered version of their "Battle for the Sun" album, contains a bonus disc with 10 tracks - the latest single "Trigger Happy Hands", and various completely new and re-worked versions of older songs. Add to this a special addition t-shirt, with original artwork and a handwritten message from Brian Molko himself, explaining the origins of the song "Trigger Happy Hands", this box set makes for a fantastic collectors item.
It was with Placebo's last special addition that I became a music collector for by favourite bands. The rather large "Battle for the Sun" boxset was something from a collector's wildest dreams, with 2 discs, 2 DVDs, exclusive picture books, 2 vinyl records and a limited edition poster.
One of the DVDs documented Placebo's concert in Angkor Wat, which they did to raise awareness of human trafficking. The gig took place outside a cathedral, and so the band had to produce a set list which they could play almost half-acoustically. The result was a show which was almost a mixture of classical music and rock music, something which I personally adore, being the Artistic Director of a performing arts company which aims to mix styles in such a way. In some tracks, such as "Black Market Music's" "Black Eyed", Molko's voice comes across as almost gospel-like. A truly stunning show.
Placebo have provided their fans with exciting special additions and DVDs for as long as they have been able to. It's fantastic to see bands who like to give something back to their fans in such away.
On another note, it's great to see a new energy in the band ever since Steve Forrest joined - It's a firm belief of mine that every drummer should kick the crap out of the drum kit!
For more info on Placebo, please go to their website at www.placeboworld.co.uk
Much love.
CC.
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