Rock N Roll Manifesto 156
Episode 185
Cooking Shows and WWIX Tour
Anderson Valley Brewing Summer Solstice Cream Ale
Creeping up over the 90 degree mark over here on the Left Coast, so time for a nice light session ale. Poured the summer seasonal from the Anderson Valley Brewing Company, a cream ale called Summer Solstice. Brewed with a proprietary recipe that must include some caramel and honey flavors, this one has a creamy rich taste with very little hop bite. At only 5% ABV, it goes down smooth and begs to pour another. I've been working my way through a 6-pack these last few weeks and have found the carbonation level to vary quite a bit - from almost flat to just a finger of head. Wonder if I got some that were bottled during a bad day on the bottling line? Don't like the fact that the carbonation is all over the place - doesn't speak too well of the brewery. The 3 that had carbonation were great and I'd recommend you try it yourself, but I won't be going back for more, as Russian Roulette is not my favorite game.
Cheers!
Jerry
Anderson Valley's website -----> Creamy mouth feel
Beer Advocate -----> 83
PS - snacks courtesy of Trader Joes - love those blistered peanuts!
Gone Mental Episode 93
Greg Ginn of Black Flag suing former band mates in Flag for copyright infringement

(DYING SCENE – Johnny X) Welp, I suppose this was bound to happen sooner or later but unfortunately it doesn’t make it any less disheartening for the punk scene now that its here. You surely know by now that two versions of legendary hardcore punk act Black Flag have reunited and are playing shows and festivals the world over. Only one of the two would be using the Black Flag name, (Greg Ginn on guitar, Ron Reyes on vocals, Gregory Moore on drums and Dale Nixon on bass) while the other has designated themselves as “Flag” (Keith Morris on vocals, Chuck Dukowski on bass, Bill Stevenson on drums, Stephen Egerton on guitar and Dez Cadena also on guitar).
Anyway, according to a report in the Hollywood Reporter, original Black Flag co-owner Greg Ginn is suing his former band mates now in Flag for copyright infringement, stating the rights to the name and logo are owned solely by him and his label SST Records.
The articles states:
“He sued his 1979-mid 1980s bandmates Friday, seeking an injunction against their current tour, which kicked off in May and will stop in Los Angeles (pending this case) for FYF Fest on August 24. The suit describes the alleged infringement of the logo and name “Flag” as “a colorable imitation” that’s “likely to cause confusion, mistake or deception among consumers.”
No statement has been issued by the Flag camp but we’ll keep you posted.
Live Ledge #121: New Finds
July may have been a slow month, but August is looking great as we preview some great new releases!
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #150
July 31, 2013. Hell yes! I made it to episode #150! Tonight’s show another show dedicated to killer compilations! We sample tracks from the Punkabilly Shakes The World Vol. 2 comp out on Rude Runner Records, Ramone To The Bone Records’ Summer Feelings Vol. 2 comp and Roots! Riot! Rumble! from the folks over at Wolverine Records! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Episode 184
Blackout Matt stops by to talk about the new Blackout Shoppers album, NO ABUSE, and tumult involving Tunisia, Egypt, and world wide democracy.
Fat Wreck Chords announces full list of bands & release date for Tony Sly tribute compilation

(DYING SCENE – 7/31/13) Fat Wreck Chords has announced “The Songs Of Tony Sly: A Tribute” (cover art seen above) will be released on October 29th, with all proceeds from sales going directly to the Tony Sly Memorial Fund.
A full list of bands with songs on the tribute, including Bad Religion, The Bouncing Souls, Pennywise, NOFX, and Strung Out, can be seen right here.
Tony Sly passed “peacefully in his sleep” exactly one year ago on this date. Rest in peace, Mr. Sly.
Our Lips Are Sealed – A tribute to THE GO GO’s!

The folks over at Solidarity Records have done something really special for their 50th release! Our Lips Are Sealed – A tribute to THE GO GO’s! Stream it here! Buy the CD or 12″ here!
Track Listing:
1. Head Over Heels – (The Slow Death)
2. How Much More – (Lipstick Homicide)
3. Our Lips Are Sealed – (Cobra Skulls)
4. Tonite – ( Gateway District)
5. We Got the Beat – (Masked Intruder)
6. Lust to Love – (Dan Vapid and the Cheats)
7. Skidmarks On My Heart – (The Hot Toddies)
8. The Whole World Lost Its Head – (Great Apes)
9. Blades – (Street Eaters)
10. Unforgiven – (Ann Beretta)
11. This Town – (The Shell Corporation)
12. Vacation – (The Blast!)
13. We Don’t Get Along – (The Mighty Fine)
14. Can’t Stop the World – (Vacation Bible School)
FREE DOWNLOAD from Ramone to the Bone!! Summer Feelings Vol. 2 compilation!

Another Summer season is upon us and so is another killer compilation from the fine folks over at the Ramone to the Bone blog and Ramone to the Bone records! Summer Feelings Volume 2…Sixty-one sizzlin’ tracks from your favorite punk bands! Grab it now before it disappears…just like Summer!
The Boogers – It’s A Sunny Day
McRackins – Summer Of Life
The Meeps! – AJ Loves The Beach
Rydells – Rock ‘n’ Roll Beach Party
The Hung Ups – Yankee Fuckin’ Blue Jeans
Atoms – (Get) Out Of My Mind
Apocalypse Meow – Dance Party
Fat Stupids – Summertime
Kill That Girl – Soda Pop Girl
The Grubs – Kicked Out Of The Drive-In
The Fags – Cuccureddu Beach
Teenage Gluesniffers – Smell Of Summer
Rocket 88 – Surfer Girl
The Por Ella Runners – Waikiki Beach
Hot Rod Linkun – That Night Last Summer
The Visitors – South For The Summer
Badtown Boys – My Baby Loves Me
The Riccobellis – In The Mood For Love
The Scutches – Summer Night
The Queers – Debra Jean
The Lemonaids – She’s The Only Girl For Me
Havana 55 – Luna
The Prozacs – Tonight
The Kimberly Steaks – Waiting For Summer
The Downstrokes – Let’s Leave The Beach
The Adjectives – Ma Van De Nick
Bankrupt – Cinderella
The Riptides – Subway Surfin’ 2
Flanders 72 – You Gotta Run – You Gotta Run
Rock N Roll Television – Come On Girl
Artemio – Tigres Del Norte
Telephone Girl Sisters – When The Next Summer Come
The Veterans – Charlie & The Surfboard Factory
The Ponches – Ferriera Beach
No Picky – Surfer Zombie
The Lucky Ones – Summer In The Streets
Magaivers – Summer Dreams
McRackins – Endless Summer
After The Fact – Sick As A Dog
The Hairlips – The Way She Goes New
The Wompydompies – Olga
Pun N Jerrys – Surf 70’s Show
Rydells – Wendy (The Coolest Girl On The Beach)
Same Old Shit – Por Que Hoje É Domingo
Maledukados – Verano Genial
Toxic Candy Bars – She Tried To Kill Me With A Brick
The Backstabbers – Get Up N’ Go
Agent Pazz – I Hate Summer
Voluntad Cero – Me Odio
Dead Man Ramsey – Shipyard
The Warm Fuzzies – All Summer Long
Travel Lanes – Rainy Day
Agent Pazz – Summer Girl
The Evictors – Lagunitas At Milano’s
McRackins – After The Summers’ Gone
The Sentiments – Mary Mint
The Tabascos – Summertime
The Adjectives – Summertime
Stolen Bikes – End Of Summer
The Worthingtons – Summer Days
BONUSTRACK: Travel Lanes – She’s The One
FREE DOWNLOAD sampler from Make-That-A-Take Records!

Scotland punk label Make-That-A-Take Records is offering a FREE DOWNLOAD sampler! Songs from The Murderburgers, Uniforms, The Walking Targets, and many other bands for free!
Grab it here if you want some free punk rock!
Gone Mental Episode 92
Helles Schlenkerla Lager
It's 90 degrees outside, so I've retreated into the cool dark confines of the Pinhead Studios for a cold one, some vinyl and a game or two of Palooka. The extra ball is lit and the lager is poured. This afternoon, I've got a Helles Schlenkerla Lagerbier from the brewery in Bamburg, Germany. This is one of the legendary "Rauchbiers", or smoked beers native to that area of Bavaria. Now, I've had the Marzen before, and since it is a bit on the warm side here on the left coast, I went for a lighter version of the smoked beer. This one starts out as a nicely balanced typical German Lager, but the aftertaste is where the unique smokiness takes over, leaving you with a thrist for more. The website claims that every coaster at the brewery states -
"Even if the brew tastes somewhat strange, at the first swallow, do not stop, because soon you will realize that your thirst will not decrease and your pleasure will visibly increase"
Schlenkerla website - original amongst beers
Beer advocate - subtle, smokey and meaty
Episode 183
Pornography and Turning into a Wanker
Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor #13
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Friday, July 26, 2013. Not much to say, just some great country music for you. [to_like id="2147"][/to_like]
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Live Ledge #120: Detroit Rock City
Inspired by Steve Miller’s recent book, Detroit Rock City, tonight’s show is nothing but rock ‘n’ roll from that seminal music city.
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #149 – Surf’s Up!
July 24, 2013. Hep hep! Tonight’s show was an all-surf Tommy Unit LIVE!! on the Real Punk Radio airwaves! Ho Dads Rule on Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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2011 Benefactor Shiraz
Opened up an Australian Shiraz this afternoon from Benefactor Cellars. I searched high and low for any info on the winery that is responsible for this Shiraz and, for some reason, they remain hidden from view. After having a sip, I can see why. Very flat and lifeless, not much fruit and very dry. The alcohol level is at 13%, so it's not a hot one, but it just doesn't present much to like. Hey - you get what you pay for.
Info from Trader Joes -----> Garnet-colored
Another Blog's point of view -----> Beer, Wine and All Things Divine
Turbojugend Radio Podcast Episode 1: TJ and Nazis – a true no-go!

Turbojugend Radio is an international podcast that gets you up-to-date on all the news and gossip surrounding Turbojugend and its worldwide activities. From the rear end of Europe in Cologne, Germany, Tschebesta, Turbojugend Søngerknaben Wien, broadcasts this on-demand radio show on a monthly basis in a audio-magazine that covers various regular segments such as in depth discussions on more or less important topics that penetrate not only our minds. Apart from that, Tschebesta talks to Jugend members from all countries and continents, to widen our individual denim horizons and help spreading the news about the very best TJ activities around the globe:
Turbojugend Radio Podcast Episode 1: TJ and Nazis – a true no-go!

Turbojugend Radio is an international podcast that gets you up-to-date on all the news and gossip surrounding Turbojugend and its worldwide activities. From the rear end of Europe in Cologne, Germany, Tschebesta, Turbojugend Søngerknaben Wien, broadcasts this on-demand radio show on a monthly basis in a audio-magazine that covers various regular segments such as in depth discussions on more or less important topics that penetrate not only our minds. Apart from that, Tschebesta talks to Jugend members from all countries and continents, to widen our individual denim horizons and help spreading the news about the very best TJ activities around the globe:
Gone Mental Episode 91
Live Ledge #119: Richie Ramone
Former Ramones drummer Richie Ramone was tonight’s special guest, chatting about not only his days with the Ramones but his upcoming solo album Entitled.
Episode 182
Jason stops by to talk Philly punk and Travon Martin
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #148 – Punk Aid Boston/OKC Strong Compilation Part 2 co-hosted by Mike Virus!!
July 17, 2013. Tonight I was very honored to have Mike Virus joining me as my co-host as I take another look at the great bands featured on the Boston/OKC Strong compilation from Punk Aid! This release has 117 bands for only $6 and 100% of the profits go to help those whose lives were impacted by the Boston Marathon bombings and the devastating tornadoes in the Oklahoma City area. Please help out and buy this compilation! Also help spread the word to others! Tell your friends, tell your boss, tell your Mom! Buy this compilation! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
Punk Aid Support
Punk Aid Media
Punk Aid Merch
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Rock N Roll Manifesto 153: Dirty R&B
Anderson Valley Brewing Hop Ottin’ IPA
It's a fine Sunday afternoon out here on the left coast - about to hit the 90 degree mark, so time for a cold one. I've popped the top on a nice Anderson Valley Hop Ottin' IPA that should make short work of my thirst. Nice three (or four) finger head and loads of fruit (green raisins, pears, all sortsa citrus). Wonderful malt notes and a very strong backbone leads me to think this is one of the best IPA's I've had. But wait, what about the Sculpin? OK, this one is #2.....
Propaganda from the brewery -----> Sharp Cheese, Gorganzola
Beer Advocate loves this one -----> 100! (WTF?)
Gone Mental Episode 90
Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor 12
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Friday, July 12, 2013. My first show with my new broadcasting software all dialed in the way I want it. I think it turned out pretty good, sound-wise. Hopefully, you’ll agree.
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Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor #12
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Friday, July 12, 2013. My first show with my new broadcasting software all dialed in the way I want it. I think it turned out pretty good, sound-wise. Hopefully, you’ll agree. [to_like id="2147"][/to_like]
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Rock N Roll Manifesto 152: Sleaze
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #147
July 10, 2013. Tonight’s show featured all-female or female-fronted bands! Some great finds rummaging through the record archives! Hope you dig! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Matt D and Kat of Horror Boobs stop by to talk magazines and summer fun.
2010 Bogle Vineyards Essential Red
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Buried Treasure 4 from Ska Mutiny Records!

So, you like free compilations featuring 10 amazing uk ska/punk bands, right? Buried Treasure 4 has arrived, with minimal fanfare but maximum awesome. Stream/download it, and if you’re feeling generous chuck a little donation their way! Check out all the killer releases over at Ska Mutiny Records!
Live Ledge #118: New Finds
Another month, another set of newly discovered music!
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #146 – Punk Aid: Boston/OKC Strong!
July 3, 2013. Tonight’s show was all songs from the Boston/OKC Strong Compilation available NOW from Punk Aid! 117 songs for ONLY $6.00! Proceeds go to the Victims of the Boston Marathon bombing and more recently the victims of mother nature in Oklahoma City. 117 tracks of bands many have not heard of along with well-known established punk bands. They all put their hearts and souls into the music! Do the right (and punk) thing and buy this compilation! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Continue reading "Tommy Unit LIVE!! #146 – Punk Aid: Boston/OKC Strong!"PUNK AID Compilation out now! 117 world-wide bands for $6!

Punk Aid puts together a killer comp! Proceeds go to the Victims of the Boston Marathon bombing and more recently the victims of mother nature in Oklahoma City. 117 tracks of bands many have not heard of along with well-known established punk bands. They all put their hearts and souls into the music. Multiple generations of punk can be heard on this comp. You can also pick up a shirt to help get the word out. Thanks to everyone who made this happen: Mike, the bands, and all who put such great effort in. And…Thank you to everyone who supports this great cause. No politics needed…just fucking be a human being!
The Adolescents release new song “Forever Summer”

(FROM DYING SCENE) O.C. punk legends The Adolescents have just released a new song off their upcoming album “Presumed Insolent.” Check out “Forever Summer” here.
“Presumed Insolent” will be released on July 26th on Concrete Jungle Records.
Sierra Nevada Summerfest Lager
Gone Mental Episode 89
Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor 11
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Friday, June 28, 2013. Another episode of the HTHWF. No theme tonight, just some good old country music. [to_like id="2147"][/to_like]
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Live Ledge #117: Walking Alphabet
Most of tonight’s show is a soundtrack of sorts to Hudson’s “Walking Rock Alphabet”.
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #145
June 26, 2013. Tonight’s show featured some killer tunes from our friends at Sexy Baby Records! Tracks from MxPx, The Queers, The Lady and the Monsters, TuTu and the Pirates and Killtime! Throw in a set of some kick ass Russian punk rock along with some of my personal favorites and you’ve got a show! Turn it up! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Episode 179
We give thanks to everyone that helped make our stage great at Punk Island 2013.
Gone Mental Episode 88
Podcast Saturday – June 22nd!

This Saturday…We start up with another “classic” Zorch Radio while DJake Noose builds his robot in preparation for his July annihilation of Real Punk Radio; Jake’s Inferno spins music from Smart Cops, The Demon Parade, Lloyd Cole and many more; Mottey’s Garage is back in full swing; everybody plays to their strengths on MAXIMUM ROCKNROLL Radio #1352 (God help us all); it’s an all out Scratchy Record Party III with your hosts Mike and Blag on Radio Like You Want; and Michael Butler plays a live bootleg of the Pat Benatar/Cheap Trick concert from June 11, 2013 at Saratoga Mountain Winery on The Rock and Roll Geek Show! Tune in and turn it up! Hear why Podcast Saturday on REAL PUNK RADIO is Radio Done Right! Line-up is (all times Eastern Time U.S.):
2:00pm – “Classic” Zorch Radio – Episode 119 – Kappa Kaiju
5:00pm – Jake’s Inferno #144
6:00pm – Mottey’s Garage Episode 186
7:00pm – MAXIMUMROCKNROLL Radio #1353
8:00pm – Radio Like You Want – Scratchy Record Party III
9:00pm – The Rock and Roll Geek Show #507 – Pat Benatar/Cheap Trick Live Bootleg
Punk Island 2013 – Saturday, June 22 – Staten Island NY

DIY punks from NYC working with ABC NO RIO’s HC collective and Make Music New York to bring you a whole day of FREE punk this Saturday, June 22nd, Pier 1 – Staten Island, NY! More details here!
Pier 1/Coast Guard Pier is located on the most northern tip of Staten Island, adjacent to the Staten Island Ferry terminal. The easiest way to get to Punk Island from New York City is via NYC Subway and the free Staten Island Ferry.
We are all about OUR community DOING IT OURSELVES so, spread the word, take this event into your hands, and let’s build a PUNK COMMUNITY we are proud to be apart of.
free punk///free people. liberate the ears///liberate the mind, out of the mainstream – and into the underground!
ALL AGES///ALL FREE///DIY///NYC
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #144
June 19, 2013. Tonight’s show started out with a brand new Zero Boys tune! First new recording in 20 years! Throw in a few Rolling Stones’ covers, more new tunes and a set of some kick ass German bands! Turn it up! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Black Flag and more Punk Island
Gone Mental Episode 87
Podcast Saturday – June 15th!

This Saturday…We start up with a “classic” Zorch Radio while DJake Noose builds his robot in preparation for his July debut; Jake’s Inferno spins music from Hey! Hello!, Zeke, Stupidity and many more; RADIO NAPALM is back with Episode #5; Rich is back on Punknews.org Podcast #150; Rob hits it hard with lots of classics and a few new tracks on MAXIMUM ROCKNROLL Radio #1352; Michael Butler is live from the Masturbate-a-thon 2013 on The Rock and Roll Geek Show (if hearing words that describe the human anatomy or sex acts offends you, do not listen to this!); and Pinhead grills it up…Cows, Steaks, Bovines, Hay, Cattle…it’s all on Red Red Wine on a Sunday! Tune in and turn it up! Hear why Podcast Saturday on REAL PUNK RADIO is Radio Done Right! Line-up is (all times Eastern Time U.S.):
2:00pm – “Classic” Zorch Radio – Episode 118 – Malfunction Junction
5:15pm – Jake’s Inferno #143
6:00pm – RADIO NAPALM Episode #5
7:00pm – Punknews.org Podcast #150
8:00pm – MAXIMUMROCKNROLL Radio #1352
9:00pm – The Rock and Roll Geek Show #506 – Live From The Masturbate-a-thon 2013
10:05pm – Red Red Wine On A Sunday #185 – Hayday (Live At Maxwells)
Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor 10: Almost Blue
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Friday, June 14, 2013. Tonight’s HTHWF was inspired by Elvis Costello and the Attractions’ “Almost Blue” LP. That’s all I’ll say, tune in and see what it’s about.
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Live Ledge #116: Replacements Reunion
An almost all-interview show, with Gorman Bechard chatting about the Replacements reunion, and members of Cursive and Teenage Bottlerocket promoting upcoming Sioux Falls appearances.
Lots of new stuff in the works at Sexy Baby Records!
Lots of new stuff in the works at Sexy Baby Records! First off, brand new MxPx “Left Coast Punk EP” 7″ is out now. You can pick up the first pressing on color marble vinyl at www.sexybabyrecords.com
Next up is a split and an EP from a band from the grave but we can’t announce yet so until we do… we would like to announce THE LADY AND THE MONSTERS to the sexy babies family. We will be releasing a digipak CD on July 23rd. The debut album “Sorry We’re Late” recorded with Mass Giorgini (Squritgun, Screeching Weasel, and Common Rider) at Sonic Iguana Studios. Pop Punk Dot Com (“PPDC”) calls THE LADY AND THE MONSTERS “punk like the guy/girl dueling vocals of Teen Idols, but the male sounds like Buglite and the female sounds like The Gateway District”…
Stream a track now here…
In the studio is Johnny Murder and the 25 to Life and The Ridgelands so be stoked for that! tons of more updates to come for 2013!
Sexy babies owwwwww!!!!!!!!
Episode 177
Lyz from Candy Apple Red stops by to talk about her stage at Punk Island, and Spying with the NSA
Rock N Roll Manifesto 148
2011 Grifone Primitivo
Cracked open an Italian red this afternoon to go with an aged T-Bone that I'll be slapping on the grill in a few hours. This Red is a Primitivo from the Puglia in Southern Italy. It turns out that the Primitvo grape is very close genetically to the Californian grown Zinfandel, so that explains why I enjoy this one so much. Yes, I am a sucker for a Zin. This wine has nice color and the closed nose needs a little swirling and aeration before sticking your nose in the glass. If you do give it time, a nice aroma of spicy dark fruit hits you first, then as you drink that first glass, some minerality joins the flavors and aromas to finish off the experience. This was purchased at my local Trader Joes for less than $5, a bargain if you ask me.
The T-bones I've got ready to go on the grill have been aging for 2 week in a moisture permeable drybag. This process sucks moisture out of the steak which concentrates the flavor and it also allows the natural enzymes of the steak to start to breakdown the connective tissue resulting in a very very tender steak.
Here's a review of the wine -
Oenophilogical Wine Blog - Black Tea
Some tips on aging your steaks -
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Gone Mental Episode 86
Podcast Saturday – June 8th

TODAY…we’ve got our favorite podcasts lined up back-to-back for your listening pleasure! Tune in and turn it up! Hear why Podcast Saturday on REAL PUNK RADIO is Radio Done Right! Line-up is (all times Eastern Time U.S.):
2:00pm – Zorch Radio – Episode 148 – The Legend Of Jesse James
5:05pm – KPunk Episode 101 – All Indonesian punk rock podcast!
6:00pm – Punknews.org Podcast #148
7:15pm – MAXIMUMROCKNROLL Radio #1351
8:15pm – The Rock and Roll Geek Show #505 – Classic Metal
9:30pm – Red Red Wine On A Sunday #184 – All He Wants Do To Is Fish
Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor 9
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Friday, June 7, 2013. Tonight was the HTHWF’s Friday debut, where it will likely stay for the next little while, at least. This episode started off with some rockin’ country boogies and then went into some classics, some songs about drinkin’ and more.
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Live Ledge #115: New Finds
Another new month, another selection of new releases and blog finds.
Full EP Stream: Zero Boys – “Pro-Dirt” (first new music in 20 years)
FROM DYING SCENE: The legendary Zero Boys will be releasing an 7-inch entitled “Pro-Dirt,” which contains their first new music in 20 years, on June 18th via 1-2-3-4-Go! Records. Along with that, the band will also be re-releasing their debut 7-inch “Livin’ In the 80′s” on the same date.
Click here to stream “Pro-Dirt,” then head over here to check out the re-release of “Livin’ In the 80′s.”
The band last released a reissued version of their sophomore album “History Of…” in 2009.
Rock N Roll Manifesto 147
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #143 – FEST 12
June 5, 2013. Tonight’s show is 100% bands playing Fest 12 in Gainsville, FL, October 31-Nov 3rd…an annual music festival organized by No Idea Records! Turn it up! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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All Punk Island All Episode
Ballast Point Sculpin IPA
A hot one this afternoon - time to retreat to the cool and dark Pinhead Studios for a cold beer and some pinball. Picked up a couple bottles of Sculpin IPA from the fine folks over at Ballast Point Brewing and Spirits. The Ballast Point website tells us that the Sculpin fish has spines that are poisonous, but the meat of the Sculpin is some of the tastiest fish that you can find. To quote from the website "something that has a sting but tastes great, sounds like a Scuplin IPA". I have to agree. At 70 IBU on the bitterness scale this one is close to a palate wrecker, but has a fine balance that earns it a place on my list of favorite beers.
This IPA should go well with the fresh Salmon fillets that I'll be slapping on the grill a bit later and the mango salsa that I've mixed up to go with it. Mangos, jalapenos, red onion, cilantro, lime juice and cucumber. Hmm, kinda like the Sculpin, tastes great but has a bite.
Propganda from Ballast Point -----> Apricot, Peach, Mango and Lemon
Beer Advocate rating -----> The Bros say 100 Points!
Cheers!
Jerry
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Podcast Saturday – June 1st!

TODAY…we’ve got 10.5 hours of killer podcasts! Tune in and turn it up! Hear why Podcast Saturday on REAL PUNK RADIO is Radio Done Right! Line-up is (all times Eastern Time U.S.):
2:00pm – Zorch Radio Episode #147 – DrambuieIs Drambastic
5:15pm – Jake’s Inferno Episode #142
6:00pm – Mottey’s Black and Blues Show #185
7:00pm – Punknews.org Podcast #147
8:15pm – MAXIMUMROCKNROLL Radio #1350
9:15pm – The Rock and Roll Geek Show #504 – Black Star Riders – All Hell Breaks Loose Track By Track Review
10:35pm – Red Red Wine On A Sunday #183 – I’m In Trouble (Live at Maxwell’s)
Live Ledge #114: 1983
A celebration of a year that was very important for host Scott Hudson – 1983!
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #142
May 29, 2013. Tonight’s show had tons of great band submitted tunes from rprbandsubmissions@gmail.com, a sample from the Folk-O-Rama compilation and more! Turn it up! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Episode 175
Iron Man 3 and Poetry from the Benefit
2010 Piccini Chianti
Gone Mental Episode 85
Live Ledge #113: Covers
It’s been awhile since an all-covers show, so celebrate the holiday weekend with almost 2 1/2 hours of remade tunes!
Podcast Saturday – May 25th!

TODAY…Mike and Blag talk to The Queers, Zorch Radio talks about those holes in the restroom walls, Michael Butler does one of his famous track-by-track reviews of Tom Keifer (Official)’s album – The Way Life Goes, along with some killer insights on the wide-world of punk rock from Punknews.org and Maximum Rocknroll! Tune in and turn it up! Hear why Podcast Saturday on REAL PUNK RADIO is Radio Done Right! Line-up is (all times Eastern Time U.S.):
2:00pm – Zorch Radio Episode #146 – Glorious Holes In the Wall
5:15pm – Jake’s Inferno Episode #141
6:00pm – Punknews.org Podcast #146
7:00pm – Maximum Rocknroll Radio #1349
8:00pm – Radio Like You Want (Hosted by Mike & Blag) – The Queers
9:00pm – The Rock and Roll Geek Show #503 – Tom Keifer – The Way Life Goes Track By Track Review
Rock N Roll Manifesto 145
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #141 – Riot Fest 2013!
May 22, 2013. Tonight’s show featured some of the first wave of bands announced for Riot Fest 2013 in Chicago, IL on September 13th, 14th and 15th! We had live listeners in Germany, Argentina, Japan, France, Canada, Malaysia and the USA! Turn it up! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Harrison from XPASSAGEX stops by to talk about Straight Edge and tattoos.
Gone Mental Episode 84
Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor 8: Boppin’ Hillbilly
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Saturday, May 18, 2013. Tonight on the HTHWF I played all hillbilly boppers that were on the rockin’ side. This show ought to keep your toes tappin’!
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PODCAST SATURDAY – MAY 18th!!

This Saturday, we’ve got 10 hours of your favorite podcasts lined up! Tune in and turn it up! Hear why Podcast Saturday on REAL PUNK RADIO is Radio Done Right! Line-up is (all times Eastern Time U.S.):
2:00pm – Zorch Radio Episode 145 – Dayumm Robots
5:15pm – Jake’s Inferno Episode 140
6:00pm – Radio Napalm Episode 4
7:00pm – Punknews.org Podcast #145
8:15pm – TNS Records Radio Podcast Season 2, Episode 23
9:15pm – Maximum Rocknroll Radio #1348.5
10:15pm – Red Red Wine On A Sunday #182 – Outer Limits
Live Ledge #112: Love Is The Law
Tonight we celebrate the passage of the Marriage Equality Law in Minnesota.
Episode 173
CBK and TV
Rock N Roll Manifesto 144: Rhythm & Blues
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #140 – The Clash
May 15, 2013. Tonight’s show focused on one of my favorite bands of all time, The Clash! I spin tunes from their Self-titled album, The Clash, Give ‘Em Enough Rope, London Calling and Black Market Clash…along with a couple of singles! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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Continue reading "Tommy Unit LIVE!! #140 – The Clash"The Trash Can Returns, Friday, May 17th!
Mike Spencer is back on-air this Friday, May 17th! He’s back from Japan with shitloads of great Japanese garage, punk stuff to blast your eardrums! He’s also got some now stuff from Dead By Mono Records so tune in and catch him live. 3-5pm UK time (10am-Noon eastern time U.S.). You can join in live with for a chat by calling a normal US landline number (his MagicJack number) or a local UK London number, my SkypeIn number, or on Skype by joining me by searching under, of course, The Trash Can, or the.trash.can. Get with it…get it on with The Trash Man!
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It’s A Ska World After All 2013: The 3rd Annual Ska Day At Disneyland!

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It’s a Ska World after all 2013!
The 3rd Annual Ska day at Disneyland
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That’s Right! It’s a Ska World after all™! Ska day at Disneyland! October 20th, 2013!! Mark it in your Calendar! You don’t wanna miss out on this one! It’s a day of Music, Peace, Unity, Anti-Violence, & Anti-Racism. All at the happiest place on earth! Bring the family!
Sunday October 20th, 2013!
It’s a Ska World after all!”-Trip to Disneyland, Ca!!!
Rude boys and Girls from All over Enjoy a day at Disneyland! With A Prize Filled Scavenger hunt through our Twitter, & Photo Ops. Be Sure to wear your best Attire! Wear your Suits, Dresses, Aquabat gear, Band t-shirt, Checkered anything, Polo Shirts, Button ups, Hawaiian shirts, ANYTHING to show your support.
Day Schedule:
All Day – The SKAvenger hunt! Prizes are given away all day via our Twitter, so follow us and make sure your mobile alerts are turned on! We will tweet a clue to the location of one of our Ska World staff members. First to find them wins a prize. One Prize per person.
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Ninkasi Brewing Company Total Domination IPA
It's a hot one out there - time for a brewski. I've popped open a cold one this afternoon, courtesy of the fine folks over at the Ninkasi Brewing Company in Eugene, Oregon. The second of their beers that I've tried, this IPA is wonderfully hopped and has a tasty malt background I have to admit that I like their Renewale ESB a bit more, but this brewery is hitting all the right notes for me and Ill be picking up their Triceratops Double IPA and Oatis Oatmeal Stout in the future.
Some Propoganda from the Brewery -------> Multiple hops collide
A review from the Smokey Pint --------> Tremendously balanced IPA
Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor 7: Honky Tonkin’
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Saturday, May 11, 2013. The first hour of this show was all honky tonk songs. After that I took some requests from John, who was kind enough to join me in the chat over at Thumbin’ Radio. As a result, the show is 40+ minutes longer than usual. […]
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Live Ledge #111: Jukebox
That beautiful 350 pound Seeburg Jukebox is the source of all the tunes tonight.
Podcast Saturday – May 11th!

This Saturday, we’ve got 11 hours of kick ass podcasts lined up! Tune in and hear why Podcast Saturday on REAL PUNK RADIO is Radio Done Right! Line-up is (all times Eastern Time U.S.):
1:00pm – Maximum Rocknroll Radio #1347
2:00pm – Zorch Radio Episode 144 – Condiment Of Choice
5:00pm – Jake’s Inferno Episode 139
5:45pm – Punknews.org Podcast #144
7:00pm – KPunk Episode #100!!!
8:00pm – Radio Like You Want – Hosted by Mike & Blag – Screeching Weasel
9:00pm – The Rock and Roll Geek Show #502 – Jeff Hanneman Slayer Tribute
10:30pm – Red Red Wine On A Sunday #181 – Careless
Dan Vapid & The Cheats finishing recording new full-length
from DyingScene.com – Dan Vapid and The Cheats have finished tracking their second full-length at Atlas Studios. The 14 songs were recorded by Matt Allison and Justin Yates and the record will be mixed later this month by Matt Allison. While no release date has been set, the band is looking to release the record sometime in July on Torture Chamber Records. The band is also playing Insubordination Festival this year as well some upcoming dates with ex-Leftover’s frontman Kurt Baker. Dates can be found here.
Dan Vapid and the Cheats released their debut, self titled album in October, 2011 and you can stream/purchase it on their bandcamp page.
May 18 – Lafayette, IN – Lafayette Brewing Company
June 14 – Dayton, OH – Blind Bob’s (w/ Kurt Baker Band)
June 15 – Ft. Wayne, IN – The Brass Rail (w/ Kurt Baker Band)
June 16 – Newport Kentucky – Southgate House (All Ages w/ Kurt Baker Band)
June 29 – Baltimore, MI – Otto Bar (Insubordination Fest)
Tommy Unit LIVE!! #139
May 8, 2013. Tonight’s show had lots of band submitted tracks via the rprbandsubmissions@gmail.com email address! So many great bands! Plus a samplin’ from the Skaface: Evolution FREE compilation from DyingScene.com! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
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