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topic posted Mon, July 17, 2006 - 11:56 AM by  c_death 		Share/Save/Bookmark
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members of specimen are reforming and putting out a new album. (portions recorded in San Francisco) from Metropolis Records website

# Specimen return...!
In the early 80’s Goth Rock was still beginning to take root in the US. Some of the most notable purveyors of this form of music included Bauhaus, Joy Division, The Mission and Fields of the Nephilim. While many bands in the genre faded into obscurity, some remained an influential force. Specimen was one such band. By fusing punk and new wave fashion with Goth Rock music, they created one of the first hybrids in the genre - Glam Goth. Their biggest hit was the song “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” which was played relentlessly in clubs throughout the UK and US. Disbanding in 1985, their influence can still be heard today. Earlier this year, members of Specimen re-united and are currently recording a new album for Metropolis Records.
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  • D. M...
    D. Matthew
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    Re: specimen returns

    Mon, July 17, 2006 - 4:00 PM
    YAY!

    For thems that weren't able to catch the show, it was an interesting hybrid of various Specimen lineups. Ostensibly, it was 'Azoic' performing a Specimen set list, with a Guest vocalist.

    It was composed of:

    Jon Klein (U.K. Lineup) on Guitar
    Kimba (U.S. Lineup) on Bass
    Tim Huthert (U.S. Lineup?) on Drums
    T.Bias (of Plastination) on Vocals
    Stephan X (of Azoic) on Guitar

    T.Bias did a damn fine job capturing the sneering vocals of Ollie (who's been doing Trance music in Australia, I think) and he alludes to Johnny Slut and Ollie Wisdom actually participating in the New album they are recording for Cleopatra records.

    I just wish they'd release CD versions of 'Batastrophe' (IMHO, much better mixes than were on Red Velvet Cling etc.) and Ollie's self-produced 'Batcave: Young Limbs, Numb Hymns'.

    On that note, I think someone needs to put together a John Punter collection. Damn fine Producer that fellow... :)
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    • T.
      T.
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      Re: specimen returns

      Thu, July 20, 2006 - 5:39 PM
      Since I'm in an...erm...odd position, I'm going to keep my reply concise:

      >Jon Klein (U.K. Lineup) on Guitar

      He was and is one of the core song writers.

      >Kimba (U.S. Lineup) on Bass

      Just as a side note, he also went on to join Sharkbait and Poison Jet Guns.

      >Tim Huthert (U.S. Lineup?) on Drums

      Tim was actually from the UK lineup. Among the host of well seasoned bands that he was in after Specimen, he was also in Swoon with Stephan X.

      >T.Bias (of Plastination) on Vocals

      No comment.

      >Stephan X (of Azoic) on Guitar

      As mentioned above, he was in Swoon (and other projects over the years) with Tim. It may also be worth noting that he was in Sky Cries Marry...


      I'm sure you'll hear more outta me in the near future...........
      Cheers!
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      • c_death
        c_death
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        Re: specimen returns

        Thu, April 19, 2007 - 11:01 AM
        "As mentioned above, he was in Swoon (and other projects over the years) with Tim. It may also be worth noting that he was in Sky Cries Marry... "

        "Industrial" Sky Cries Mary ala Shakespeare Factory (I saw that video so many time on Bomb Shelter videos, it always struck a chord with me)

        or Shoegaze/ambient Sky Cries Mary ala Exit at the Axis

        I left Seattle after Exit the Axis and didn't follow them afterwards.
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        Stephanx
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        Re: specimen returns

        Fri, May 25, 2007 - 9:08 PM
        Azoic was a one shot deal of a night as we scrambled for a name at the last minute....

        Actual listing of bands I've been involved with are as follows...

        Specimen
        Swoon
        Until December
        Maximillion's Motorcycle Club
        Thrill of the Pull
        Sky Cries Mary
        The Defectors
        Stackula's Unholy Clergy
        The World Records (W/ Geri Fenniley of Redd Cross)
        The 10 Inch Gods

        ...and many more I don't care to mention.
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        • Steve
          Steve
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          Re: specimen return......Electric Ballroom

          Tue, June 26, 2007 - 5:31 AM
          Specimen Return as a darker more mature 'Beast'on New album 'Electric Ballroom'
          Creating a New but still Original Specimen sound.
          Featuring new killer classic tracks 'Lilacs'
          'Death Drive' 'Nothing Lasts Forever'
          'Fatal Error'and 'Cinema Of Attractions'
          This is a band at their peak..
          Featuring Jon Klein / Tim Huthert / Kimba / along with new members T'bias & Stephan X
          plus Contributions from Olli Wisdom (vocals on 2 tracks) and Jonny Slut.
          'This is the Specimen, the whole Specimen and nothing but the Specimen'
          Buy it ...or miss out on a Truly Great Album
          Steve R
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            D. Matthew
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            Re: specimen return......Electric Ballroom

            Tue, June 26, 2007 - 8:49 AM
            "This is the Specimen, the whole Specimen and nothing but the Specimen"

            I'll definitely pick up a copy, but to make the above statement completely true...

            Who do we have to kill at Warner Brothers to get Batastrophe re-released on CD? :)
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