The most moving song the Joke have recorded, this absolute gem tucked away on the neglected 'Democracy' album is a truly beautiful tribute to the departed.
Proving that Jaz is much more than an intelligent ranter, 'Absent Friends' is pure poetry, revealing a love of life and friendship that most songwriters would struggle to even approach.
I'm entirely at a loss as to why this band remain in the realm of cult status while the likes of Oasis come out with complete bollocks like 'Wonderwall' and get eternal praise for it.
'I hear you crying in my heart' is a line everyone who has lost someone can identify with, and yes, the final line is indeed the word 'love' repeated. Listen and marvel.
The most moving song the Joke have recorded, this absolute gem tucked away on the neglected 'Democracy' album is a truly beautiful tribute to the departed.
Proving that Jaz is much more than an intelligent ranter, 'Absent Friends' is pure poetry, revealing a love of life and friendship that most songwriters would struggle to even approach.
I'm entirely at a loss as to why this band remain in the realm of cult status while the likes of Oasis come out with complete bollocks like 'Wonderwall' and get eternal praise for it.
'I hear you crying in my heart' is a line everyone who has lost someone can identify with, and yes, the final line is indeed the word 'love' repeated. Listen and marvel.