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Cats Drunk on Copper

by Current 93

Released: February 23, 2014

Neofolk, experimental, psychedelic folk, post-industrial, noise

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This concert features a lineup of prominent musicians, including Michael Cashmore, Joolie Wood, and Karl Blake, alongside the band's core member, David Tibet. "Cats Drunk on Copper" is a live album by the British experimental band Current 93, released in 2001. Current 93 is known for its eclectic style, often blending elements of folk, industrial, and experimental music with the esoteric themes present in their lyrics.

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The album captures a live performance that took…

The album captures a live performance that took place at the Union Chapel in London on May 15, 1997.

The live performance includes tracks from their extensive…

The live performance includes tracks from their extensive discography, reinterpreted for the live setting.

The album showcases the band’s ability to create…

The album showcases the band’s ability to create a unique and atmospheric experience with their music, characterized by Tibet’s distinctive vocal delivery and the band’s intricate instrumentation.

"Cats Drunk on Copper" serves as a snapshot…

"Cats Drunk on Copper" serves as a snapshot of Current 93’s live presence during the late 1990s and is appreciated by fans for capturing the intensity and intimacy of the performance.

The album reflects the thematic depth and musical…

The album reflects the thematic depth and musical experimentation that defines Current 93's work.

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"Cats Drunk on Copper" is a live album by the British experimental band Current 93, released in 2001. The album captures a live performance that took place at the Union Chapel in London on May 15, 1997. This concert features a lineup of prominent musicians, including Michael Cashmore, Joolie Wood, and Karl Blake, alongside the band's core member, David Tibet.

Current 93 is known for its eclectic style, often blending elements of folk, industrial, and experimental music with the esoteric themes present in their lyrics. The live performance includes tracks from their extensive discography, reinterpreted for the live setting. The album showcases the band’s ability to create a unique and atmospheric experience with their music, characterized by Tibet’s distinctive vocal delivery and the band’s intricate instrumentation.

"Cats Drunk on Copper" serves as a snapshot of Current 93’s live presence during the late 1990s and is appreciated by fans for capturing the intensity and intimacy of the performance. The album reflects the thematic depth and musical experimentation that defines Current 93's work.