Obscure Band of the Day: Northside

Northside came out of the so-called "Madchester" scene in the late 80's Manchester, along with The Charlatans and The Happy Mondays. They had about half of the talent of their compatriates, but lots of enthusiasm. The one album I own by them is called "Chicken Rhythms". It was apparantly named that because of the quick, scratching noise the band made while playing their guitars. "Take Five" is probably their best song which starts off with a strong bass line and get's right to their jangly chicken scratching guitar work. The only other notable song they did on this release is "Funky Munky" which is pretty much a Happy Mondays cast off song meant to be heard while the listener is X-ing out of his or her mind.