School of Hard Knocks

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Village of the Idiots
School of Hard Knocks

[ Ode Records / CD ]

Release Date: Monday 14 April 2008

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This is a nine-piece ensemble from Wellington, specialising in all things experimental and avante garde, continually pushing the boundaries and unapologetically exploring new territory.

Village of the Idiots is a nine-piece ensemble from Wellington, specialising in all things experimental and avante garde, continually pushing the boundaries and unapologetically exploring new territory.

The band was formed by drummer and percussionist Anthony Donaldson (previously of the Six Volts) and features a stellar cast including Jo Lindsay and Toby Laing (Fat Freddys Drop), Dean Hunter (Flower Orphans) and Chris Palmer (The Elephant Man).

The debut release, 'School of Hard Knocks' is a superb summation of what the Village of the Idiots famous live sound is all about. Challenging and genre defining this release comes off the back of a very busy summer touring schedule culminating in their performance at WOMAD '08.

"They have astounded audiences with their brilliant musicianship ranging from a kitsch carnival circus sound through to darker progressive rock to smooth jazz dub and are set to do the same at WOMAD 2008!"

Tracks:

1. Welcome
2. The Warrior who Fought Forever
3. School of Hard Knocks I
4. Family Mallet
5. Theme from Arterial Spray
6. School of Hard Knocks II
7. Oils of Ulan
8. Valley of the Teen Idols
9. Avalanche
10. Suggestions of Tears
11. Po Face
12. Hybrid Vigour
13. Sonic Institutions