Oh, Manchester, So Much To Answer For

as bad as the american pop charts are, the uk seems to get it right most of the time (even including their unhealthy predilection for made-for-tv popstars and songs used in commericals). to wit: mcalmont and butler's "falling" entered the uk singles chart at #23 this week. and beth orton's new album came in at #8. and elvis vs. jxl, of course, was a massive chart-topper on the other side of the pond. if nothing else, the uk charts are never boring.