The music of Pere Ubu, founded in 1975, is difficult to describe. Chaotic might be the best word were it not for structured chaos. The fact that alcohol and drugs are of great influence in the compositions can be deduced from the large number of personnel changes that have taken place since then. However, the group has one constant factor and that is the often absurdist vocals of the stocky frontman
… David Thomas. Nevertheless, the group is allowed to consider a considerable and ever-growing catalog of CDs acclaimed by critics and the public. St. Arkansas is the group's darkest and most theatrical album to date. Lovers of variety will not be disappointed, as St. Arkansas ranges from vaudeville-esque rhythm'n'blues (Slow Walking Daddy) to a long trek through the desert, devoid of water and shade (Hell) with a merry splash here and there (Phone Home Jonah). (AD)more
