Review / 200 Words Or Less
Taylor Hawkins
KOTA e.p.

Independent (2016) Kevin Fitzpatrick

Taylor Hawkins – KOTA e.p. cover artwork
Taylor Hawkins – KOTA e.p. — Independent, 2016

CEO of SPB Inc: "No."

Me: "why?"

CEO of SPB Inc: "Because we don't include EP's on the top 25 year end list. You were aware of this when you signed the contract"

Me: "But sir, while the contract does state as such, if the EP in question is one of the best releases of the year, should it not be included?"

CEO of SPB Inc: "No. The contract is binding. When you signed the contract, you agreed to all statements contained therein."

Me: But then what do we do with great songs like "Range Rover Bitch" and "I've Got Some Not Being Around You To Do Today" - just ignore them? It's like having a brand new Cheap Trick album! It's 70s arena rock with a cool-ass modern flair!"

CEO of SPB Inc: "Read your contract"

Me: "Sir, all legalities aside, I feel I would not be performing the writing duties I have be assigned to complete if I were to leave it off my list".

CEO of SPB Inc: "Read your contract"

Me: "Sir, I'm afraid I must insist. Either Taylor Hawkins' KOTA e.p. stays on my list, or I walk."

CEO of SPB Inc: "You'll be missed. Not!"

Me: "That reference is 30 years old"

CEO of SPB Inc: "And yet still valid. And hilarious. We'll see you in court."


Taylor Hawkins – KOTA e.p. cover artwork
Taylor Hawkins – KOTA e.p. — Independent, 2016

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