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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST YOUR STEREO

In Paul Morrissey's 3-D version of Frankenstein there's a §teminal scene in which the doctor, after screwing a corpse while fondling its entrails, turns to his assistant, Otto, and offers some sage wisdom that goes something like: 'In order to know life, one must first fuck death'.' The Cramps'' greatest artistic achievement is in applying a similar philosophical approach to rock 'n' roll's roots.

September 1, 1981
Jim Farber

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST YOUR STEREO

THE CRAMPS Psychedelic Jangle (IRS.)

by Jim Farber In Paul Morrissey's 3-D version of Frankenstein there's a §teminal scene in which the doctor, after screwing a corpse while fondling its entrails, turns to his assistant, Otto, and offers some sage wisdom that goes something like: 'In order to know life, one must first fuck death'.' The Cramps'' greatest artistic achievement is in applying a similar philosophical approach to rock 'n' roll's roots. By attacking rockabilly, surfrock, psychedelia and more with their warped, wholly unique voodoo antics, the band have literally raped the rotting corpse of rock 'n' roll past. But the important thing is, they've done it all With love in their hearts—defecating on history with an inquisitive glee and malice towards none.

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