#61 Razor Blades and Ice Cream
Beauty - "Polar Bear Ice Cream” & The Exploding Hearts - "Sleeping Aides And Razor Blades"
So, it’s Friday and that means another Guest Song™. This week I asked the fellas from Beauty to come share a song, but first I need to talk about their new single. So we get two songs today.
Beauty isn’t so much of a band, as a Universe all its own. They exist in a sweet, colorful twist cone comprised of Dazed and Confused and Teenage Fanclub. From the album art, to the sound, to the long hair, they’re realized. And “Polar Bear Ice Cream” is no exception to the vision. This video pulls you into their technicolor world and leaves you wanting to stay there all day.
Simply put, if you’re not in love with this song by the time the solo hits I’ll smash every Rickenbacker I see.
The music starts at 1:40 but the whole thing is a fun ride.
Okay, now that I got that out of my system, Deaglan of Beauty is here to share some thoughts and a song as well:
This band has always been a staple in my life.
For a band with one record I’ve worn this fucking thing out, but I still find myself falling in love with the songs over and over again. This one was on heavy rotation a few summers ago and kind of made its way into my blood. The rhythm’s infectious and the title is so heavy. I have an affection for upbeat songs with downer lyrics and this one is the standard in my eyes. Do yourself the favor and search for The Exploding Hearts. Makes it hit even harder. The Exploding Hearts, forever.
Thanks for listening,
Deaglan