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A conversation with Leatherette: unpretentious italian post-punk

By Susanna Borio As we entered the Shacklewell Arms in East London, Italian “post-punk” band, Leatherette was preparing for their show by taking up two tables at the far end of the pub and drinking beer. We sat down and all five of the band members band immediately started scattering. Going out for cigarettes, and bringing more beers to the table. After some time, and … Continue reading A conversation with Leatherette: unpretentious italian post-punk

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Leatherette-the Italian band that’s breaking the post-punk mould

By Susanna Borio Italian post-punk band Leatherette put out their first album ‘Fiesta’ back in October. Pushing boundaries through a fusion of vigorous sounds, intense lyrics, along with the unique addition of a saxophone player, they have a sound like no other in the genre. In their own words, Leatherette is just “five shy guys who sometimes get off the stage and punch people,” which … Continue reading Leatherette-the Italian band that’s breaking the post-punk mould

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