‘The Good That’s Been Done… (an anthology)’Happy Hate Me Nots
(Feel Presents/Shock)
It’s nice to see great Australian bands receive well-deserved recognition. Director and Chief Tour Coordinator of Feel Presents, Tim Pittman, also responsible for the ‘Tales From The Australian Underground’ compilation, has enabled this Sydney underground power pop/punk outfit of the 1980s to release a compilation of their work onto CD. As well as singles and songs from albums and EPs, the inclusion of live recordings captures the style and essence of what Happy Hate Me Nots’ performances were all about, while previously unreleased material would certainly excite loyal fans. Perhaps the most charming element of this compilation, however, is the liner notes containing a comprehensive recount of the band’s history by lead singer Paul Berwick, written with modest, understated, earnest and fond memories of their work. Altogether, the compilation paints a genuine picture of the scene and era of Happy Hate Me Nots. It will be interesting to see the surviving members of the band, inspired by the release of this anthology, reformed and touring.
Happy Hate Me Nots Official Site
Feel Presents Official Site
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