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I really like the new Libertines, but is it just me or is there way too much distortion on the bass especially. Sorry, I just don’t understand why a band can’t clean that sort of thing up. I’m not saying they need some overproduced, overblown monstrosity, just keep the levels right and don’t screw up simple things. I’ve seen plenty of drunken drug addled bands manage to at least get a clean recording. It’s not rocket science.

Speaking of the Libertines, what’s with Up the Bracket? I only listened to it once online and was not interested at all. Then, the one came out this year, and I liked it instantly. Are they that different, or was my mood just swinging wildly?
Yeah, I wish Mick Jones really appreciated how great the production and engineering was on London Calling. So many great sounding albums used to be turned out even though that wasn't a priority. Nowadays you hear something that sounds good and you know it must've been by happy accident. I may be in the minority, but I still like Up The Bracket more than the new one. Not really all that different, though. At least not to me. Both very likeable but the debut has the level pushed way way too high as well.