19. Cornershop

Known largely for their international hit "Brimful Of Asha," which was also released as a remix by Norman Cook (aka Fatboy Slim), Cornershop have been making catchy and original music since 1993. Their sound includes elements of punk, disco, Bollywood, glam rock, and funk: always upbeat, no black keys used on the piano. Their lyrics often address issues of ethics, racism and politics. I spoke with the band's founder Tjinder Singh in London about the group's colorful evolution, working with Allen Ginsberg, our shared affinity for Hansadutta, the band's reclaiming of a racial slur as a term of empowerment, and their new LP on Ample Play, "England Is A Garden."

Recommendations:

St. Marie Under Canon" is the first single and video from "England Is a Garden." Watch it here!

As a garden gate to the album 'St Marie Under Canon' starts the walk sounding upbeat in nature, and gracious in chorus, praising St Marie for all of our batt...

"The Hot For May Sound" is a terrific compilation album that captures the breadth of Cornershop's musical kaleidoscope.

Cornershop · Cornershop 'The Hot for May Sound' Burger / Ample Play Cassette - Side A