Obviously, Ugly Things was always intended to be Mike Stax's tribute to the Pretty Things and with the untimely death of Phil May a couple of months ago, of course, Mike had to dedicate this issue to the great man. With remembrances from Mike, naturally, along with friends and peers and highlighted by an interview/tribute with the PT's guitarist Dick Taylor, May receives a fine send off from many of the people that he touched and influenced.
There is a cornucopia of treats inside besides Phil, including stories on 60's bands The Paisleys, the Electras and the Search, a bit of craziness regarding Hasil Adkins, and innumerable reviews of wild releases - records, books, movies and more!
As always, this is essential reading for the discerning rock'n'roller!
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