Dandys Rule OK (reissue) vinyl

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.