THE DANDY WARHOLS Vinyl & CDs

Review: In 1995, Portland hipsters The Dandy Warhols made tentative steps towards gatecrashing the mainstream by signing a major record deal with Capitol Records after their indie debut Dandys Rule OK caught their attention. But it wasn't until this album, their second on a major label though, that things really started to kick off for the Courtney Taylor-Talor fronted icons. And it's easy to see why it was such a hit, Dandys could conjure pure beauty with their psychedelic indie pop melodies. The single that became their definitive hit and likely haunts them to this day is 'Bohemian Like You, who some of you will remember from that Vodaphone advert. But it's an album that doesn't rely on a single hit, it's one to whack on, go through the looking glass and see the world through their artfully fantastical vision.

Review: The allure of The Dandy Warhols' iconic album, Dandy Warhols Come Down, was real back when it was originally released on 15 July 1997 to great acclaim from fans. Now you can relive those golden days with the album as it is reissued on striking yellow vinyl for 2024. Courtney Taylor-Taylor's unique vocals and the band's captivating melodies still make for a great sonic journey that merges alternative rock with dreamy soundscapes and plenty of catchy hooks, hypnotic grooves and carefree vibes as well as elements of alt rock, power pop and garage punk.

Review: Dandys Rule OK by The Dandy Warhols is a raw, energetic debut that reflects the band's knack for blending satire with serious rock sensibilities. Released in 1995, the album is a mix of slacker ethos and psychedelic influences, with nods to British guitar rock. From the cheeky 'The Dandy Warhols T.V. Theme Song' to the shoegaze-infused 'Ride,' the album showcases the band's ability to craft songs that are both irreverent and impactful. Tracks like '(Tony, This Song Is Called) Lou Weed' cleverly parody Lou Reed, while 'Best Friend' and 'Not Your Bottle' merge 60s psychedelia with 90s alternative rock vibes. 'The Coffee And Tea Wrecks' stands out with its semi-Eastern tuning and a guitar solo reminiscent of 'Tomorrow Never Knows.' The album's emotional core lies in 'Just Try,' with its confessional tone reminiscent of John Lennon, followed by the powerful 'Nothing (Lifestyle of a Tortured Artist For Sale),' which channels the intensity of My Bloody Valentine. The closing track, 'It's A Fast-Driving Rave-Up With The Dandy Warhols,' is a 16-minute homage to 'Sister Ray' that encapsulates the band's love for excess and disregard for limitations. Now, nearly 30 years later, the album's reissue reminds us of its enduring influence and the Dandy Warhols' early brilliance.