13 Engines - Tailpipe Blues - 1995

Formed in 1985 as The Ikons, 13 Engines band consisted of four York University students: vocalist John Critchley, guitarist Mike Robbins, bassist Jim Hughes and drummer Grant Ethier. They released a self-titled independent cassette in 1986 before changing their name to 13 Engines. This name was a reference to the automobile industry in Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, Michigan, which were the first two markets to embrace the band. "Tailpipe Blues" is a song from their 1995 CD, Conquistador.

[@kenmckenzo9465]

This shimmering classic from one of Canada's most criminally underrated bands is standing the test of time. It's a classic, and lyrically was decades ahead of its time. May take people another 100 years to figure this out, but they will.

[@daivwhaley6937]

The snow comes and covers it up without a sound.

[@hottubmobileneil]

anyone have that first ikons tape i can get a copy off. im jonesin for some blue smoke curl

[@westbeach2011]

One of my fave songs from this album. Always loved the subtle devastation of these lyrics. Didn't even know there was a video for this. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@hottubmobileneil]

anyone have that first ikons tape i can get a copy off. im jonesin for some blue smoke curl

[@jonathanroode5635]

Love this song so much!

[@hottubmobileneil]

anyone have that first ikons tape i can get a copy off. im jonesin for some blue smoke curl

[@laurynavat7726]

Had this on a compilation I bought in San Diego in the 90’s. Hooyah.

[@hottubmobileneil]

anyone have that first ikons tape i can get a copy off. im jonesin for some blue smoke curl

[@JANGLEPOP1]

Superb. Great video, sublime music-as always. What a sadly missed band. Now, request time again, I hope someone can make The Ikons cassettes available again! Thanks again for posting.

[@hottubmobileneil]

anyone have that first ikons tape i can get a copy off. im jonesin for some blue smoke curl

[@hottubmobileneil]

anyone have that first ikons tape i can get a copy off. im jonesin for some blue smoke curl

[@aquabilly]

Drummer looks like Steve Weagle.

[@hottubmobileneil]

anyone have that first ikons tape i can get a copy off. im jonesin for some blue smoke curl