I was intrigued in the Q interview when Jarvis was asked about a new album, he said "I'm not stoking those particular rumours" which is just a frilly version of "no comment" to me, it doesn't actually tell you anything about what they are or are not doing, he didn't simply say "no" which would have been the simplest thing.
He did say "No" when asked about doing a new material though if you check the article. He was less definitive on "Will we see Pulp playing liveagain? I'm not stoking those particular rumours".
And with most of the few bits of press they've done post-reunion they've shot-down the idea of new stuff, Nick especially.
This week's show is getting a bit of coverage today - predictably focusing on Brand and not much mention of Pulp that I can see. But there is a pic on the Mail website (of all places) with all the show's guests, including the band, on it. Getting a bit of publicity for the show I guess.
Russell Brand was on 6Music this morning talking about Comic Relief, something also involving Eddie Izzard, so presumably that is why they are both on.
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Is that the same dress she wore at Sheff? Her hair looks great. As does Steve's shirt....fuck, they all do. What a great family album. But show some teeth, Pulp.
Interesting that Leo ain't there. Would have thought After You a six-person job at least. Fair bit of backing tracks I guess.
Leo's contribution extended to every song of every gig of the comeback though in fairness. And he possibly still felt awkward bowing with the rest of them. He's a good guy.
From today's Telegraph Review. Love the way the best is left til last.
The Jonathan Ross Show ITV, 9.45pm
In the green room this week are comedian Eddie Izzard, Sir David Attenborough and Swedish action-man Dolph Lundgren (once a bodyguard for singer Grace Jones but perhaps better known for his testosterone-fuelled films such as Rocky IV). Ross also welcomes his Radio 2 prank phone call pal Russell Brand, and, more excitingly, indie rock band Pulp perform their first single in 11 years. Rachel Ward
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Leo's contribution extended to every song of every gig of the comeback though in fairness. And he possibly still felt awkward bowing with the rest of them. He's a good guy.
I've got eternal respect for Leo playing the American shows with his arm in a cast/brace. We met him before the first NYC show and expressed our sympathy but he was in high spirits even then. That's pretty dedicated.
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I thought it did too! Mind you, bit of a mixed reaction online! Well actually, most of the negative stuff came from teens... and not normal teens. The ones who do things like wear Beatles, Nirvana and Rolling Stones t-shirts and then can't recognise McCartney, Cobain or Jagger. God I hate those people so much. ANYWAY, the rest of the internet world seemed to enjoy it!
So no great loss.
-- Edited by PulpBristol on Saturday 2nd of February 2013 10:56:16 PM
I thought it did too! Mind you, bit of a mixed reaction online! Well actually, most of the negative stuff came from teens... and not normal teens. The ones who do things like wear Beatles, Nirvana and Rolling Stones t-shirts and then can't recognise McCartney, Cobain or Jagger. God I hate those people so much. ANYWAY, the rest of the internet world seemed to enjoy it!
So no great loss.
-- Edited by PulpBristol on Saturday 2nd of February 2013 10:56:16 PM
Yeah, I guess a lot of the slagger-offers wouldn't have been massive Pulp fans anyway, and not everyone's going to like every song... Had to laugh when I saw one person say they were "really really really weird" or something similar - like they've not heard that one before! (unless they were talking about 'bits' in orange juice which a good proportion of the tweets seem to refer to)
Chaps who feel compelled to comment fall into "Love/hate" categories, remember! (aside those with verbal diahrrea on social networks) - better than moddle of the road no response crap!
This marks the first time I have spelt diahrrea correctly without looking it up.
No longer trending! But I'm sure that'll change when they perform! Honestly wouldn't be surprised to see After You shoot up the charts, it's hardly a rubbish song!