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THE INSIDE TRACK WITH DJ BEE: Singapore sing
Published on Apr 16, 2004
Zircon Gov Pawn Starz bring on the mix from the Lion City
Singapore’s nu-electro band Zircon Gov Pawn Starz has released its long-awaited debut album.
“Follywood” contains a handful of originals with some intriguing titles, including “Media Whore” and “Mouthless Fish”. There are several guest artists, as well. “Nag Nag Nag” (not the Cabaret Voltaire classic) features Peter Christopherson (ex-Throbbing Gristle) of Coil, “Digit Nation” features Mia, and the band’s signature theme-song, “Zircon Gov Pawn Starz”, features Chicks On Speed.
Included are a couple of re-worked covers; The Queers’ “Drop the Attitude F—er” and Motorhead’s “Nightmare (Dreamtime)”. There’s also a hidden track, coming after two minutes of silence at the end of the last track. It was remixed by Bangkok’s very own Futon.
“Follywood” is available in Bangkok at DJ Siam and Do Re Me, both in Siam Square. Check Weekend for an interview with the band in May.
Who is this reviewer? An old one but good.. what's your name? From Cynics.info
Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz rocks...
I was at Bar None last night to catch the Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz do their maiden gig. The show also featured the Observatory and Stoned Revivals.
Was there around 8-odd as the show was scheduled to start at 8. Thinking I might have missed part of the earlier group, I rushed down and found that the first band will only start at 9. I guess typical of almost every Singaporean event (excluding Army activities), the show started late. Almost half an hour. Was fortunate to grab a seat, a beer and struck up some conversation with this freelance writer. [ Note to self - need to remember people’s names after 3 minutes ]
Anyway, 9+ crowd was getting bigger and host of big names start to arrive. Can see some local celebs among the crowd. Saw Madeline Tan, still looking very good.
First set was by The Observatory, fronted by ex-Humpback Oak mainman Leslie Low. Their music was nice. But I thought was alittle draggy. According to a program summary in Baybeats, “the band relies on vocal storytelling and intelligent wordplay as their main arsenal, while the music provides the soothing soundtrack to the issues being sung about and discussed.”
I’m a music person, not so much into the lyrics, so I need to be able to be swayed or rocked by the music before I’d pay more attention. It didn’t help when most of the words were mumbled throughout and the surrounding didn’t do much either. Was surprised that they didn’t have a drummer playing, in a way I felt it restricted how their music flow. Oh, yah, they had a Mac PowerBook I guess running the drums and other effects. Anyway, they faded off after I guess 45mins.
After yesterday’s Life article about this show, the group most people came to watch appeared after another long wait. The group’s iconic leader X’Ho appeared with ex-DJ Suzanne Walker, now called Sue-Sue Law and Yeow, from X’Ho’s previous group. Their songs came out loud and fast with X’Ho and SSL doing much of the talking/yelling/screaming. I guess SSL being an ex-DJ, does better talking/yelling/screaming than singing. I’m not a good reviewer, so pardon my comparisons but listening to them reminded me of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs cept ZGPS’s music more electro than rock. But I’d recommend their album when it is launched! Must support local music siah!
The last group that appeared was Stoned Revivals. The group that was handpicked to open No Doubt’s concert in Singapore many many moons back closed the show. They performed their unique ?jazz-surf-boogie rock music? music which was a joy to watch for me. Being veterans in local music, those guys were really enjoying their time on stage.
After almost 3 hours plus, 2 beers and plenty of second-hand smoke, the show’s over. The next Monday Sessions Live, unfortunately will be the last for now. The next show will feature 3 other local groups, Pug Jelly, Electrico and Tiramisu. Should be there again to take in good local live music, good beer and bad bad second-hand smoke.
04:30 PM in Singapore
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..:: Zircon Gov Pawn Stars ::..
Singapore
: Saturday, 24 April 2004
: 11:00 PM
: : all styles : :
As Singapore's first nu-electro band, Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz flashes a much needed, fun & trash ethic in a scene saturated with safe formulae. Its satirical and daring repertoire, decked out with cool neo-retro electro beats will have you rethink accepted notions on local stardom, television, the media and being hip and funky. To launch its "frighteningly good" debut album Follywood, featuring contributions from Chicks On Speed, Mia and Peter Christopherson of Coil/Throbbing Gristle, the band will perform an exciting live set to kick-start a night of electro-fuelled grooves on the Zouk-floor. Be assured, Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz - who are Sue-Sue Law, X' Ho & Yeow - will not be dancing on the bar-top.
Tickets $20/$25, $12 before 9pm (incl 2 drinks) (Singapore Dollars)
Line-up
Sonny
Venue: Zouk
Address:
17 Jiak Kim Street
Singapore
Contributed by ZOUKCLUB
NEW PAPER
Turning the spotlight on you
GIVEN their attention-seeking reputation, it was a surprise when members of Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz announced they would turn the spotlight on others instead.
Those who attend the launch of their debut album Follywood at Zouk tomorrow at 10pm will walk down a red carpet, and the 'best walker' will win a trip to Bangkok.
Group leader X'Ho claimed he doesn't know what makes a good walker.
'We'll leave that decision to the few judges we've planted in the crowd.'
The group consists of X'Ho, Yeow and radio DJ Suzanne Walker, who created a stir at Febuary's MTV Asia Awards when she lifted her top on the red carpet.
But even if the crowd outside Zouk is not sporting, X'Ho is confident they'll find someone.
'Even if you walk sedated, you might be deemed the best.
'But I'm sure there'll be someone who is outrageous because the whole point is to top Sue Sue Law (Suzanne's persona in the group).' - Yeoh Wee Teck
Who is this?
The Zircon Gov Pawn Starz album launch at Zouk can be summarized in four lines:
Don't smoke cigarettes,
don't take any drugs,
don't go out at night,
just fuck!
Hahahahaha.
Bad review...
Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz. Fronted by Chris Ho. Crap. Had this moron tt was shouting "show us ur tits, chris!". Moron. Suzanne Walker (stage name Susu Low) dressed like trash (lacy bra showing, dress(???) covered till under the bra, big hair, over-makeup), sounding like trash (whiny screaming, faux husky/horny voice). LuRgEE said tt it's 80s music. I dunno manz. Sounded more like boy-band gone wrong. Or maybe it was jus the poser-crowd tt put me in a crap mood. Or maybe it was the fact tt only the Straits Times photog was allowed to take pics of Chris Ho's band. Not tt I was doing any snapping, but LuRgEE & Paul were wanting to take pics. So...you've been ard for awhile, performed more times than most other local acts, got a yuppie-following, and so it gives you the right to be divas issit? yuck. crap.
Again, saving grace was Douglas O. Blood pressure came down slightly.
more...
Another...flashboy, email me!Who are you?
The gross-iest thing I've seen so far this year...
Was at Zouk with Jason Ong aka J.O. after supporting my friends at their gig at Swing. I went to catch Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz. Well, the set wasn't as good as what they did at BarNone about 3 months ago.
But it was still pretty entertaining, though not as what I had seen before. The energy level wasn't really there. I felt the band was pretty restricted by the volume. It wasn't the usual Zouk blaring volume but somewhat softer. Didn't really go with the electroklash they were churning out. Actually, they sounded like they were miming to tapes and that. Though most of their songs are programmed, they opt to remove the rock feel and sound from their previous gig. In the end, the songs suffered, sounding too sterlized and stiff.
Suzanne Walker came out in a bikini top and almost nothing else, gyrating like a nymphomaniac and gettin' jiggy with her tummy. No, that wasn't the gross-iest thing I had seen. In fact, it was pretty cool she did that, great frontwoman.
Drop The Attitude, Fucker
You gotta love X' Ho's balls. Here's the Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz' debut album, 'Follywood'. They are playing at Zouk on 24th April, 10 pm. I wanna watch them man. Saw them once at Barnone. They were nonetheless highly entertaining and bitchy.
2 songs are posted for download. A cover of the Queers' "Drop The Attitude, Dude (Fucker)" and "Media Whore".
Don't Love us or hate us, just buy us...
THE NATION. Thank you DJ BEE in Bangkok...
THE INSIDE TRACK WITH DJ BEE: Singapore sing
Published on Apr 16, 2004
Zircon Gov Pawn Starz bring on the mix from the Lion City
Singapore’s nu-electro band Zircon Gov Pawn Starz has released its long-awaited debut album.
“Follywood” contains a handful of originals with some intriguing titles, including “Media Whore” and “Mouthless Fish”. There are several guest artists, as well. “Nag Nag Nag” (not the Cabaret Voltaire classic) features Peter Christopherson (ex-Throbbing Gristle) of Coil, “Digit Nation” features Mia, and the band’s signature theme-song, “Zircon Gov Pawn Starz”, features Chicks On Speed.
Included are a couple of re-worked covers; The Queers’ “Drop the Attitude F—er” and Motorhead’s “Nightmare (Dreamtime)”. There’s also a hidden track, coming after two minutes of silence at the end of the last track. It was remixed by Bangkok’s very own Futon.
“Follywood” is available in Bangkok at DJ Siam and Do Re Me, both in Siam Square. Check Weekend for an interview with the band in May.
Who is this reviewer? An old one but good.. what's your name? From Cynics.info
Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz rocks...
I was at Bar None last night to catch the Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz do their maiden gig. The show also featured the Observatory and Stoned Revivals.
Was there around 8-odd as the show was scheduled to start at 8. Thinking I might have missed part of the earlier group, I rushed down and found that the first band will only start at 9. I guess typical of almost every Singaporean event (excluding Army activities), the show started late. Almost half an hour. Was fortunate to grab a seat, a beer and struck up some conversation with this freelance writer. [ Note to self - need to remember people’s names after 3 minutes ]
Anyway, 9+ crowd was getting bigger and host of big names start to arrive. Can see some local celebs among the crowd. Saw Madeline Tan, still looking very good.
First set was by The Observatory, fronted by ex-Humpback Oak mainman Leslie Low. Their music was nice. But I thought was alittle draggy. According to a program summary in Baybeats, “the band relies on vocal storytelling and intelligent wordplay as their main arsenal, while the music provides the soothing soundtrack to the issues being sung about and discussed.”
I’m a music person, not so much into the lyrics, so I need to be able to be swayed or rocked by the music before I’d pay more attention. It didn’t help when most of the words were mumbled throughout and the surrounding didn’t do much either. Was surprised that they didn’t have a drummer playing, in a way I felt it restricted how their music flow. Oh, yah, they had a Mac PowerBook I guess running the drums and other effects. Anyway, they faded off after I guess 45mins.
After yesterday’s Life article about this show, the group most people came to watch appeared after another long wait. The group’s iconic leader X’Ho appeared with ex-DJ Suzanne Walker, now called Sue-Sue Law and Yeow, from X’Ho’s previous group. Their songs came out loud and fast with X’Ho and SSL doing much of the talking/yelling/screaming. I guess SSL being an ex-DJ, does better talking/yelling/screaming than singing. I’m not a good reviewer, so pardon my comparisons but listening to them reminded me of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs cept ZGPS’s music more electro than rock. But I’d recommend their album when it is launched! Must support local music siah!
The last group that appeared was Stoned Revivals. The group that was handpicked to open No Doubt’s concert in Singapore many many moons back closed the show. They performed their unique ?jazz-surf-boogie rock music? music which was a joy to watch for me. Being veterans in local music, those guys were really enjoying their time on stage.
After almost 3 hours plus, 2 beers and plenty of second-hand smoke, the show’s over. The next Monday Sessions Live, unfortunately will be the last for now. The next show will feature 3 other local groups, Pug Jelly, Electrico and Tiramisu. Should be there again to take in good local live music, good beer and bad bad second-hand smoke.
04:30 PM in Singapore
www.worlddj.com
..:: Zircon Gov Pawn Stars ::..
Singapore
: Saturday, 24 April 2004
: 11:00 PM
: : all styles : :
As Singapore's first nu-electro band, Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz flashes a much needed, fun & trash ethic in a scene saturated with safe formulae. Its satirical and daring repertoire, decked out with cool neo-retro electro beats will have you rethink accepted notions on local stardom, television, the media and being hip and funky. To launch its "frighteningly good" debut album Follywood, featuring contributions from Chicks On Speed, Mia and Peter Christopherson of Coil/Throbbing Gristle, the band will perform an exciting live set to kick-start a night of electro-fuelled grooves on the Zouk-floor. Be assured, Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz - who are Sue-Sue Law, X' Ho & Yeow - will not be dancing on the bar-top.
Tickets $20/$25, $12 before 9pm (incl 2 drinks) (Singapore Dollars)
Line-up
Sonny
Venue: Zouk
Address:
17 Jiak Kim Street
Singapore
Contributed by ZOUKCLUB
NEW PAPER
Turning the spotlight on you
GIVEN their attention-seeking reputation, it was a surprise when members of Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz announced they would turn the spotlight on others instead.
Those who attend the launch of their debut album Follywood at Zouk tomorrow at 10pm will walk down a red carpet, and the 'best walker' will win a trip to Bangkok.
Group leader X'Ho claimed he doesn't know what makes a good walker.
'We'll leave that decision to the few judges we've planted in the crowd.'
The group consists of X'Ho, Yeow and radio DJ Suzanne Walker, who created a stir at Febuary's MTV Asia Awards when she lifted her top on the red carpet.
But even if the crowd outside Zouk is not sporting, X'Ho is confident they'll find someone.
'Even if you walk sedated, you might be deemed the best.
'But I'm sure there'll be someone who is outrageous because the whole point is to top Sue Sue Law (Suzanne's persona in the group).' - Yeoh Wee Teck
Who is this?
The Zircon Gov Pawn Starz album launch at Zouk can be summarized in four lines:
Don't smoke cigarettes,
don't take any drugs,
don't go out at night,
just fuck!
Hahahahaha.
Bad review...
Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz. Fronted by Chris Ho. Crap. Had this moron tt was shouting "show us ur tits, chris!". Moron. Suzanne Walker (stage name Susu Low) dressed like trash (lacy bra showing, dress(???) covered till under the bra, big hair, over-makeup), sounding like trash (whiny screaming, faux husky/horny voice). LuRgEE said tt it's 80s music. I dunno manz. Sounded more like boy-band gone wrong. Or maybe it was jus the poser-crowd tt put me in a crap mood. Or maybe it was the fact tt only the Straits Times photog was allowed to take pics of Chris Ho's band. Not tt I was doing any snapping, but LuRgEE & Paul were wanting to take pics. So...you've been ard for awhile, performed more times than most other local acts, got a yuppie-following, and so it gives you the right to be divas issit? yuck. crap.
Again, saving grace was Douglas O. Blood pressure came down slightly.
more...
Another...flashboy, email me!Who are you?
The gross-iest thing I've seen so far this year...
Was at Zouk with Jason Ong aka J.O. after supporting my friends at their gig at Swing. I went to catch Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz. Well, the set wasn't as good as what they did at BarNone about 3 months ago.
But it was still pretty entertaining, though not as what I had seen before. The energy level wasn't really there. I felt the band was pretty restricted by the volume. It wasn't the usual Zouk blaring volume but somewhat softer. Didn't really go with the electroklash they were churning out. Actually, they sounded like they were miming to tapes and that. Though most of their songs are programmed, they opt to remove the rock feel and sound from their previous gig. In the end, the songs suffered, sounding too sterlized and stiff.
Suzanne Walker came out in a bikini top and almost nothing else, gyrating like a nymphomaniac and gettin' jiggy with her tummy. No, that wasn't the gross-iest thing I had seen. In fact, it was pretty cool she did that, great frontwoman.
Drop The Attitude, Fucker
You gotta love X' Ho's balls. Here's the Zircon Gov. Pawn Starz' debut album, 'Follywood'. They are playing at Zouk on 24th April, 10 pm. I wanna watch them man. Saw them once at Barnone. They were nonetheless highly entertaining and bitchy.
2 songs are posted for download. A cover of the Queers' "Drop The Attitude, Dude (Fucker)" and "Media Whore".
Don't Love us or hate us, just buy us...