During yesterday's online listening party for the Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark album Sugar Tax, I tweeted lead singer Andy McCluskey a question about "Pandora's Box" - and he responded instantly.
"Pandora's Box" -- a tribute to the silent film star Louise Brooks, is the second track on Sugar Tax (1991). It is also a longtime concert favorite. Here is an rather delicious early live version from UK television, from the popular "Wogan" show from 1991. (As well, check out the image of Brooks on the laminated badge hanging on the lanyard of the black keyboard player in this "Top of the Pops" video, also from 1991.)
While "Pandora's Box" was streaming, OMD lead singer Andy McCluskey tweeted out a few more rather interesting comments.
"Pandora's Box" has remained a fan and concert favorite, as have the song's association with Louise Brooks. Here is concert footage of the band performing live in 2007, with images of the actress featured prominently.
A few more comments regarding "Pandora's Box" followed, including the desire by their American label to NOT feature imagery of Louise Brooks.
Speaking of that original music video, here it is from way back in 1991. It remains, and shall always be, a great song.
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