Then I discussed it with [The Clean co-founder] David Kilgour, and he said, ‘‘let’s do it’’. I mean, despite people’s idea that they were black jersey-wearing depressors, The Clean were a joyful, fun band. The book: Richard Langston’s new book, 'The Clean: In The Dreamlife You Need A Rubber Soul' is out on Wednesday. What attracted The Clean to the US and what do you think attracted the US to The Clean? At one stage I thought, ‘‘ah, I’ve left it too long to write a book on The Clean.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 04, 2026 09:11 UTC