Fascinating story. I feel for Man as well as for those artists who are so desperate to cut a break that they end up signing exploitative contracts. However, as you rightly point out, his musical legacy remains unchallenged. Happy weekend!
A gripping read. After punk, there was an assumption that indie labels put the music first but of course there have always been operators like Importe/12" where this is by no means the case. Male Stripper was Top 5 in the UK but I think I first became aware of Man Parrish when I bought the Two Sisters album released on Morgan Khan's Streetwave label. Glad that Manuel is still going strong in his mid 60s to tell his stories, even when all it takes is a bit of Madonna's armpit hair to provoke the usual misogynistic responses!
The Madonna “armpit story” is certainly an unusual one 😁. The story is gripping indeed. You’re spot on about indie labels—many prioritized artistic integrity, but there were always those looking for a quick cash grab. I’ve heard plenty of stories about artists being exploited, but this one ranks among the top five worst. He was utterly taken advantage of. The Two Sisters album is fantastic, and it’s hard not to wonder what he could have achieved if he hadn’t faced so many obstacles early on. Thanks for reading & reacting Paul! Have a great weekend!
Fascinating story. I feel for Man as well as for those artists who are so desperate to cut a break that they end up signing exploitative contracts. However, as you rightly point out, his musical legacy remains unchallenged. Happy weekend!
Thanks for reading & reacting Andy !
A gripping read. After punk, there was an assumption that indie labels put the music first but of course there have always been operators like Importe/12" where this is by no means the case. Male Stripper was Top 5 in the UK but I think I first became aware of Man Parrish when I bought the Two Sisters album released on Morgan Khan's Streetwave label. Glad that Manuel is still going strong in his mid 60s to tell his stories, even when all it takes is a bit of Madonna's armpit hair to provoke the usual misogynistic responses!
The Madonna “armpit story” is certainly an unusual one 😁. The story is gripping indeed. You’re spot on about indie labels—many prioritized artistic integrity, but there were always those looking for a quick cash grab. I’ve heard plenty of stories about artists being exploited, but this one ranks among the top five worst. He was utterly taken advantage of. The Two Sisters album is fantastic, and it’s hard not to wonder what he could have achieved if he hadn’t faced so many obstacles early on. Thanks for reading & reacting Paul! Have a great weekend!
Great read, and what a track!
One of my absolute favorites! That’s probably why this week’s story resonated with me even more than usual. Thanks for reading & reacting!
I learned so much from this article (and had a pretty dance break in my office this morning from all of these tracks.)
It's an incredible story, isn't it. And one that needs to be told! Thanks for reading & reacting ! (and dancing 😁)
Awesome...TY
Thanks for reading & reacting Carlos !