so yeah... taste in music

[myangelrocksbackandforth]

When I think of "aggressive" guitar music, I just can't think of anything more aggressive than Jehu and Hot Snakes, what with Froberg's tortured scream over everything.  The Jesus Lizard wouldn't have been a bad choice either, I guess.  Or Big Black.

I'd definitely agree with Froberg's bands being a recommended choice. Rocket From The Crypt, too.

[DynamiteKid]

Does anyone know the song The Boy With the Arab Strap by Belle and Sebastian?

Admittedly I personally don't, but seriously, what board do you think you're on, man?

[Jeans]

Does anyone know the song The Boy With the Arab Strap by Belle and Sebastian? I find it oddly calming, yet still warm and fun, and with a fun and distinguished beat. If someone can recommend more songs like that to me I would be eternally grateful.

The entire Belle & Sebastian discography. Dear Catastrophe Waitress and Tigermilk are their best albums.

[lollipop lasers]

My opinion of Belle and Sebastian's best albums differs from the above one, but more importantly, if you are looking for songs like The Boy with the Arab Strap, then the obvious place to start is the album The Boy with the Arab Strap.  Also, I think Push Barman to Open Old Wounds has a lot of warm and fun songs like those you seek.  If you want to listen to some other bands, maybe check out The Fairways, The School, Acid House Kings, Essex Green, and Camera Obscura.

[Kai]

Guys, the live album of If You're Feeling Sinister is the best B&S album. Obviously.

[squawk]

no it is push barman to open old wounds

[Jeans]

Dear Catastrophe Waitress and Tigermilk are their best albums.

[squawk]

push barman to open old wounds

(as far as actual albums go, i agree with jens)