judy staring at the sun
by catherine wheel
who knew that a song about heroin addiction could be so damn catchy? one of the most influential bands from the early-90s alternative movement, london's catherine wheel had great success with their loud, guitar-driven sound. this song, from their 1996 album 'happy days' is far more radio-friendly and pop-oriented, and features the mellow vocal sounds of tanya donelly of belly and throwing muses fame. controversial at the time for the opening lyric, "smacked up again behind the door, begging please give me some more," this song never helped propel the band to the heights that they aspired to. now defunct, catherine wheel lives on in those who like to pretend that it's still 1994.
