You'll notice Albarn starting to insert American references more often at this point. Modern Life, Parklife and The Great Escape had the odd snide commentary on America, but they become more neutral and palatable (for Americans) on Blur's 1997 album.
And how 'bout that extraordinary guitar riff. Apparently Coxon was using the hold function on a DD-3 pedal with the feedback turned way up.
Most of the comments here are bang on, I think.
You'll notice Albarn starting to insert American references more often at this point. Modern Life, Parklife and The Great Escape had the odd snide commentary on America, but they become more neutral and palatable (for Americans) on Blur's 1997 album.
And how 'bout that extraordinary guitar riff. Apparently Coxon was using the hold function on a DD-3 pedal with the feedback turned way up.