The Rumour was (and still is) Graham Parker's backup band. In a way, they're sort of the Crazy Horse to Neil Young. I liked Parker's music but never felt close to his work. On the other hand, I'm crazy about The Rumour's "Frozen Years." For me, it's a reflection of or from David Bowie's "Heroes." It's commentary on something being viewed or thought of. Journalism as a song? The melody seeps into my consciousness and I'm often humming the song when taking a bath. Also the phrase "caught in the Frozen Years" has a touch of tragedy but with beauty. It's like a photograph that you keep, but you're not sure why.
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