Released: 2000
A South Bronx Story
by ESG
The 2094th greatest album of all time
A South Bronx Story (2000) presents ESG's spare, rhythm-driven approach that sits at the intersection of post-punk, New Wave, experimental and dance music. The recordings emphasize tight, syncopated basslines, clipped guitar, hand percussion and sparse, rhythmic vocals, blending stripped-down funk and electronic textures into minimalist grooves. The collection highlights the group's ability to make austere, club-ready tracks that bridge rock, electronic and underground dance sensibilities associated with the South Bronx post-punk moment.
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