Garbage - Special [#2]

The third single from their 1998 & second album, 'Version 2.0'. 'Special' includes Chrissie Hynde-approved elements ofthe Pretenders' 'Talk Of The Town'. Pt.2 is backed with 'Medication' (Acoustic Version) and 'Push It' (Victor Calderone Mix). Slimline jewel case. 1998 Mushroom release. Album Description

Medicated

Not everyone can relate to the song "Medication", which in a way is not a bad thing, but it certainly keeps it from getting the credit it deserves. This acoustic version features re-recorded vocals, something Garbage has done on a few of it's B-Sides. This single is a must own for Garbage fans. September 3, 2003

A must-have for Garbage fanatics

"Special #1" suprised me for a number of reasons, primarily the fact that Victor Calderone's techno remix of "Push It" is actually decent - great, even. To me, a good remix should be able to stand on its own as a strong song, and this one does just that. I can easily imagine it being played at a club or rave, and it has a scratchy, raw feel that few techno remixes can claim. But what really sells this disc is the acoustic version of "Medication", a song that I continually skipped past on "Version 2.0" but which stands out beautifully here. Consisting of just Shirley Manson's thin but earnest voice, a guitar, and a piano, the song has a delightfully minimalist feel, and it gives the song a much more emotional feel than the original. And of course, "Special" is a great single no matter how it's mixed, and rounds out an overall great CD single. A must-have for fans. July 15, 2003

Special-Garbage

Garbage has a knack for keeping their sound signature, but fresh, and with this, their third single from Version 2.0, they have upgraded alt-rock's molding industry. "Special" bites off Pretenders'"Talk Of The Town" with fierce energy and squiggly cyber-pop, making it a must listen. The acoustic version of "Medication" isnt the greatest thing youve heard, but its Shirley's own irresistable sorrow that makes one of Version 2.0's throwaways (theyre arent many)something of a memorable piece. Calderone's remix of "Push It" isnt revolutionary, but it does well with a song in no need of an alteration. February 5, 2002

it's awsome

This Single is a great choice. As a HUGE garbage fan (i have over 25 CD's), i have to say this is one of the best! April 7, 1999

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