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THE FLAPS return with Faust!
October 7, 2009
The Flaps have a habit of resurfacing right around Hallowe’en with some new cauldron of evilness. This year is no exception. The Flaps return to the stage this month at the much-loved Mayfair Theatre (1074 Bank St. @ Sunnyside) for...
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The Flaps
Released October 15, 2005 Kelp Records’ instrumental powerhouse, The Flaps, showcase some of the most talented veterans of the music scene. The Flaps originally intended to play instrumental music reminiscent of European b-movie soundtracks -- you know -- the sort that feature vampire lesbians; but, after several years rehearsing in dank subterranean environs in the nation's capital, their sound has evolved into an eclectic mix of surf-rock, Japanese film soundtracks, raunchy garage-fueled R&B and apocalyptic jazz-nerdery. CD - $12.00 CDN |
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Consisting of guitarists Melvin Intrilligator and Wayne Combover and a rhythm section of Slim Jim Singlet (bass) and Jacques the Monkey (drums), The Flaps originally intended to play instrumental music reminiscent of European b-movie soundtracks – you know – the sort that feature vampire lesbians. After several years rehearsing in dank subterranean environs in the nation’s capital, their sound has evolved into something broader and harder to pin down. Call it instromadness!