A slight format change for this stripped-down, back to basics music show as it returns for a third series. And we’re not entirely sure it’s a change for the better. Previously, an episode of ‘From the Basement’ divided its time between several musical attractions; if you didn’t like one act, there’d be another along shortly. This time, they’re sticking all their eggs in one basket – it seems that tonight’s show will be devoted to a performance by wildly successful, deeply aggravating, funk metal clods Red Hot Chili Peppers. And there’s the problem. You might lunge for the mute button but stick with the show if you knew that, say, The Fall or Sonic Youth or PJ Harvey would be along in a minute. As it is, you either like RHCP or you give it a miss. For the record, Moby, Foster the People and The Shins will also be along in the next few weeks.
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