Name: Yellow Fever (The Best of Apache Dropout)
Brand: Apache Dropout

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Bonus disc: No

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ARC332CD

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-07-03

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Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Shellshock

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Standard:20

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5052571079621

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Apache Dropout

Genre GB

Garage / Surf / Trash

Label GB

Bristol Archive

Apache Dropout is an influential artist in the garage rock and lo-fi music scene. With a sound that blends elements of punk, psychedelia, and blues, *Apache Dropout* has carved out their own unique niche in the industry. Drawing inspiration from bands like Cheater Slicks, Useless Eaters, and The Gories, *Apache Dropout* brings a raw energy to their performances that captivates audiences.

Known for their gritty guitar riffs, catchy hooks, and energetic live shows, *Apache Dropout* has gained a dedicated following of fans who appreciate their authentic approach to music. Their songs are filled with infectious melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with listeners on a deep level.

In addition to being influenced by other artists in the genre such as Bloodshot Bill and Crystal Stilts, *Apache Dropout* has also been recognized for their contributions to the lo-fi movement alongside acts like Lost Sounds and Dead Ghosts. Their experimental sound pushes boundaries while still staying true to their garage rock roots.

Bristol Archive Records is a record label that specializes in Bristol post punk, rock and reggae music from 1977 onwards. The label, run by Mike Darby, aims to showcase the diverse Bristol Music scene and preserve its historical significance. They focus on rare, unknown or previously unreleased material, which has been digitally remastered from various formats such as vinyl, tape or cassette. Many of their original vinyl releases were limited to runs of 1000 copies or less. In addition to their music releases, they have also published books on the local scene.

Apache Dropout were formed in 1990 when revoltingly good-looking failed rock star Mike Crawford returned to Bristol after a distant brush with fame in the USA and met Richard Beale recently departed from Head, drunk on words at a children's birthday party. This union resulted in three albums, Hey Dopey, Live, and Masters which the press described as 'An English REM' - Mojo, 'Classic British song writing similar to Aztec Camera' - Record Collector.

As a band they were doomed but the songs play on in a hopeless honky-tonk hotel in the land of lost legends. Imagine a down and out Exile era Rolling Stones armed with a Tascam 8 track, tincture of opium, cider, the works of Malcolm Lowry and a stack of skin flicks. In their hometown of Bristol, they are still spoken about with the hushed reverence and respect reserved for the all-time greats and this compilation serves to share these hidden gems with the new world. Yellow Fever (The Best of Apache Dropout) is an album of beautifully crafted songs from the rich vaults of Bristol's vast musical history.

Yellow Fever (The Best of Apache Dropout)

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