"Allergic (to Thoughts of Mother Earth) " has had a place in the live setlist of Placebo from as early as 1996, before its official release, until it's last appearance in 2014. When asked what the inspiration for the song was, Brian Molko explains "It’s a kind of environment versus religion song. It’s me having a go at Christians for not giving a shit about the environment basically because to them, their rewards will always be in Heaven and not on this earth". Religion, specifically Christianity, is a common topic for Placebo songs, typically situated with … read more
"Allergic (to Thoughts of Mother Earth) " has had a place in the live setlist of Placebo from as early as 1996, before its official release… read more
"Allergic (to Thoughts of Mother Earth) " has had a place in the live setlist of Placebo from as early as 1996, before its official release, until it's last appearance in … read more
There are at least four artists with the name Placebo: 1) Placebo are a British alternative rock band formed in London in 1994 by vocalist-guitarist Brian Molko and bassist-guitarist Stefan Olsdal. Drummer Robert Schultzberg joined in late 1994 but left in 1996 shortly after the release of the band's eponymous debut album due to conflicts with Molko. He was replaced the same year by Steve Hewitt. Molko was born in Belgium, and Olsdal and Schultzberg were born in Sweden. Remaining members Molko and Olsdal both grew up in Luxembourg before separately relocating to London and are … read more
There are at least four artists with the name Placebo: 1) Placebo are a British alternative rock band formed in London in 1994 by vocalist-guitarist Brian Molko and bassist-guitarist Stefan… read more
There are at least four artists with the name Placebo: 1) Placebo are a British alternative rock band formed in London in 1994 by vocalist-guitarist Brian Molko and bassist-guitarist Stefan Olsdal. Drummer Robert Schultzberg joined in … read more