I've been a fan of
Julian Cope since his days in
The Teardrop Explodes. Today is his 62nd birthday so I hope he's celebrating in style. In March 1991 I went to see him sign records at a Virgin Mega store. He was promoting
Peggy Suicide - which is an album I've always loved.
I remember Mr Cope was interviewed in store. He was asked about being prolific. They mentioned his books, tours, double albums etc. And Cope said, "It's not about me being prolific, it's more that everyone else is a lazy turd."
The artist
Sarah Sparkes and I once collaborated on a Julian Cope painting called,
Citizen Cain'ed. I hope we do another Cope painting together one day soon.
Cope his written so many great songs, my personal Top 5 is;
World Shut Your Mouth,
Crazy Farmyard Animal,
Out of My Mind on Dope and Speed,
Sunspots. And... (
Read It In) Books. Have a listen:
here
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