August 14, 2013. Tonight I spun some new stuff, some friend’s stuff, some covers and more! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
The Manifesto is back with another installment of Cover Your Ass, original songs backed with cover versions- some straight, some completely different. You may like the original better, or maybe the cover. Either way, I hope you dig the stuff … Continue reading →
On the second episode of Turbojugend Radio we share our impressions of the recent Weltturbojugendtreffen in Hamburg, talk about the best beer of the town and learn about TJ in Mexico. And, yeah, we talk to Tommy Manboy, too.
Tonight the subject is that 1989 movie Say Anything. Call it a sort of alternative soundtrack to the movie with some Ramones, Clash, Glands and Material Issue.
It is a Red Wine Sunday at the Pinhead Studios - uncorked a Nero d'Avola from Ruggero di Tasso to go with a little Spaghetti Bolognese that is simmering on the stovetop. This wine is made from the jet black Nero d' Avola grapes that are vinified on the southern tip of Sicily. Similar to Shiraz, this one is dark and bold with dark red fruit and some nice spice notes. Yes - a very nice Italian Red that goes for less than a fiver down at your local Trader Joes. Here's a couple reviews -
If you missed us live on Thursday, here is epidode 94. Another hour of some of the best mental rocknroll around. Featuring The Matadors, The Delta Bombers, Imelda May, Kryptonix and more. Git it.
The Matadors | Horrorbilly 9000 | Let's Ride(Stereo Dynamite Recordings)2006
Lil Luis Y Los Wild Teens | Rip It Up! | Crazy Daisy(Wild Records)2004
Rory Justice | Rock & Roll Flu | She's Gone(Golly Gee)2006
The Delta Bombers | Wolf | Hole In My Head(Wild Records)2012
Golden Gate Quartet | Okeh For Rock & Roll | I Wanna Know(Bear Family | 1993
Charles Walker | Desperate Rock 'n' Roll | I've Got My Eyes On The World(Flame)1987
Doorknobs | Desperate Rock 'n' Roll | Hi Fi Baby(Flame)1987
The Magnetix | With Their Amazing First Album! | Creature From Outer Space(Crazy Love Records)2011
Imelda May | Mayhem | Sneaky Freak(Decca)2010
The Cramps | Stay Sick! | Mama Oo Pow Pow(Vengeance Records)1990
Dead Bundy & The Neat Neat Neats | Life Is Hard...Death Is Neat! | Bruja(Self Release)2012
Season Of Nightmares | Monster Mash Into The Fifth Dimension | Stabbed To Life(Flying Saucer Records)2006
The Astro Zombies | Astro Zombies Are Coming | Love You So(Crazy Love Records)1997
The Mutilators | I'm Sooooo Psychobilly | Punkabilly Princess(Self Release)
Kryptonix | les comtes de la Krypt | I'm Flying With the Death(Crazy Love Records)2001
Klax | Recycle-Billy | She Ain't My Baby(Rockin' Roar Records)2012
Coffinshakers | We Are The Undead | Dark In My Heart(Primitive Art Records)1999
Original air date on Thumbin Radio – Friday, August 9, 2013. Had a tribute to the late Cowboy Jack Clement tonight, along with some songs about beer and drinkin’ in general. [to_like id="2147"][/to_like]
Pittsburgh - the City Of Bridges, Steeltown, the Pothole City - whatever you call it, I celebrate it tonight. Listen to the show and download it on Soundcloud ------> #188
Covers, Covers, Covers tonight. Every ten shows I like to play some covers that I've uncovered for you - tonight I got some Ty Segall, Hard-Ons and Zeke for ya.
August 7, 2013. Tonight I spun some more samples from a couple of great compilations and pulled some gems from the rprbandsubmissions@gmail.com email account! Send in your band’s tunes so all the DJs can play them! Tommy Unit LIVE!! Wednesday at 10:00pm ET/7:00pm PT on REAL PUNK RADIO – Radio Done Right!
More of what you’re used to on the Rock N Roll Manifesto. Play loud! Next week I won’t be live, but I will try my best to get a podcast done for you folks so you’ll still be able to … Continue reading →
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.
Another wild hour of mental rocknroll. Episode 93 brings us Carlos & The Bandidos, Crankshaft, Southern Culture On The Skids, a whole set of King Kurt and a whole lot more. If you still aren't catching us live on Real Punk Radio, here is your chance to catch up.
Carlos & The Bandidos | The Usual Bandidos | Tall Tall Trees | (Part Records) | 2003
Lee Cole | Buffalo Bop - Cool & The Crazy | Cool Baby | (Buffalo Bop Records) | 2000
Belmont Playboys | Wolf Patrol | Warm Soft And Wild | (Teen Rebel Records) | 1996
Alley Dukes | Go Back To College | Circular Motion | (Flying Saucer Records) | 2007
Crankshaft and The Gear Grinders | What You Gonna Do? | When the Sun Goes Down | (Self Release) | 2013
Southern Culture On The Skids | Girlfight | Girlfight | (Sympathy For The Record Industry) | 1996
The Wigsville Spliffs | The Wigsville Spliffs | Buzz Outta You | (Raucous Records) | 1996
Rose Maddox | That'll Flat Git It | Wild Wild Young Men | (Bear Family) | 1994
Johnny Carroll | That'll Flat Git It | Wild Wild Women | (Bear Family) | 1994
Blue Demon | The High Falutin' | Can't Tame Wild Women | (Self Release) | 2009
Reverend Horton Heat | Laughin' & Cryin' With The Reverend Horton Heat | Death Metal Guys | (Yep Roc Records) | 2009
Hillbilly Hellcats | Rev It Up With Taz | I Hate Music | (Rockin' Cat Records) | 2000
The Zorchmen | Attack Of The Zorchmen | Travelin' Man | (Diablo Records) | 2013
King Kurt | Ooh Wallah Wallah | Wreck A Party Rock | (Stiff Records) | 1983
King Kurt | Big Cock | Kneebone Knock | (Stiff Records) | 1986
King Kurt | Alcoholic Rat | Jungle Feet | (Harry May Record Company) | 2001
Kings Of Nuthin' | Fight Songs | Fight Songs For Fuck-Ups | (Disaster Records) | 2002
(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.
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!
I totally forgot to take a picture of my beer tonight, so you get one I found on Google. Manifesto 155 was the normal mix of genres: punk, glam, girl groups, soul, R&B, mod, power pop, hardcore and more. T-shirts … Continue reading →
(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.
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)
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
Another hour of mental rocknroll coming to you in episode 92. More mayhem from the basement featuring the best from Henry & The Bleeders, The Caravans, GraveDiggers, Tav Falco's Panther Burns and more. Come on and get it.
The Dead Cats | Look Like Hell! | Tailfeather Shake(Flying Saucer Records)2010
Remarkabillys | Unreleased LP | Devil Whispers In Your Ear(Self Release)
Henry & The Bleeders | Toeing the Line | Public Enemy Number One(Western Star Recording)2013
Hillbilly Casino | Sucker Punched | Sooner Than Today(Self Release)2007
The Matadors | Horrorbilly 9000 | Rock N'Roll Freakshow(Stereo Dynamite Recordings)2006
The Wolfgangs | Shout With the Devil | Fight Kill Life(Longneck Records)2011
The Untamed | Delicious Death... | Not A Living Kinda Guy(Heptown Records)2009
The Caravans | Whiskey Women & Loaded Dice | Velvet Claw(Part Records)2010
The Eyelids | We Always Want More | We Always Want More(Western Star Recording)2012
Long Tall Texans | The Adventures Of The | Adventure(Cesar Records)2005
Memphis Morticians | Play Primitive Trashman and 13 Other Lovesongs | Undertaker And His Pals(Kaiser Records)2006
The Monsters | Masks | Honeymoon At Hell(Record Junkie)1989
The Violent Shifters | Unreleased | Badman(Self Release)2012
Tall Boys | Funtime | Last House On the Left(Big Beat Records)1998
Tav Falco's Panther Burns | Panther Phobia | She Wants To Sell My Monkey(In The Red Recordings)2000
The Grave Diggers | Move It! | Come See Me(Crypt Records)1989
The Grave Diggers | Move It! | Love's In Season(Crypt Records)1989
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"
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!
3 years! Tonight’s show was the 3 year anniversary of the Rock N Roll Manifesto, to the day. July 24th, 2010 was the very first Manifesto ever. The show was even longer than usual tonight with lots of great music, … Continue reading →
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.
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 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:
Another week, another fantastic hour of mental rocknroll. Episode 91 brings us an hour of greatness featuring Magnetix, The Tremors, The Quakes, Demented Are Go and more.
Magnetix | Demo | Woman Eater(Self Release)
Batmobile | Bail Set At 6.000.000 | Kiss Me Now(Nervous Records)1988
Skitzo | Skitzo Mania | I'm Goin' Skitzo(Nervous Records)1987
The Tremors | The Scourge of the South | Real Short Fuse(Brain Drain Records)2004
Phantom Rockers | Av' Some Of This! | Valley Of The Kings(Tombstone Records)1997
Graveyard Johnnys | Songs From Better Days | Won't Back Out(Wolverine Records)2011
The Quakes | Last Of The Human Beings | Revenge Is Mine(Orrexx Records)2001
Johnny Nightmare | Kicking Satan Out Of Hell | Rocking River Styx(Crazy Love Records)2011
Mad Sin | Chills And Thrills | 2,3,4(Maybe Crazy Records)1988
Damage Done By Worms | Suicide City | Typical Rock'n'Roll Brain Defect(Downer Records)1999
Coffin Nails | The Dead Don't Get Older | Sounds Of The Underworld(Greystone Records)2009
Monster Klub | Welcome | Blood Red Cadillac(NOCO)1999
Demented Are Go | Kicked Out Of Hell | Rubber Plimsoles(I.D. Records)1989
The Devil Wrays | Hard Times | Hard Times(Western Star)2011
The Silver Shine | Saint Or Sinner | On The Edge Of Luck(Longneck Records)2011
The Chills | Something To Die For | Voodoo Party(Western Star)2010
P. Paul Fenech | The Worst Of PPF666 | Fallen(I Hate People Records)2010
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.
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!
As a follow up to last week’s show of sexually charged punk n roll, here’s an episode of nothing but dirty R&B and blues. I recorded this show on July 7th so you folks wouldn’t miss out on your weekly … Continue reading →
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.....
Another great episode of Gone Mental hot off the presses. Another hour of mental rocknroll featuring Dillberriezz, The Chills, The Acceleratii, Labretta Suede & The Motel 6 and much more.
The Meteors | Doing The Lord's Work | My Life For Thee(People Like You)2012
Kryptonix | L'appel Du Sang | Hells Number(Crazy Love Records)1997
Sir Psyko And His Monsters | Reapers Tale | On the Road(Crazy Love Records)2011
Calamitiez | Calamitiez | The Man Who Cannot Die(Crazy Love Records)2006
Alphabet Bombers | Panic Attack | Jekyll'n'Hyde(Self Release)2011
Toxaemia | Invasion Of The Rubber Dolls | Midnight Cruise(Jungle Noise)1990
Dillberriezz | Between Space and Hell | Between the Space and Hell(Self Release)2013
The Chills | Something To Die For | Losing My Mind(Western Star Recording)2010
Demented Are Go | Welcome Back To Insanity Hall | Epileptic Fit(People Like You)2012
The Devil Wrays | Hard Times | Tear It Up(Western Star Recording)2011
The Acceleratii | The Acceleratii | Hot Rod Ford(Self Release)2010
The Legendary Shack Shakers | Cockadoodledon't | Hoptown Jailbreak(Bloodshot Records)2003
Blue Demon | The High Falutin' | Mud Round Here(Self Release)2009
The Cramps | Big Beat from Badsville | Devil Behind That Bush(Epitaph Records)1997
Labretta Suede & The Motel 6 | Dirty and Dumb | Do The Savis(Self Release)2011
Big John Bates | Bangtown | Devil May Care(Rookie Records)2009
The Goddamn Gallows | Swappin' Spit | Jesus In The Waiting Room(Farmageddon Records)2010
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.
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]
This episode of the Manifesto was all sleazy, dirty, sexually suggestive songs. Mostly punk rock, but also some rockabilly, psychobilly and more. Even had a great Brats in Leather Jackets that fit the theme. I was trying out new broadcasting … Continue reading →
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!
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!
Manifesto 151 was more of what you’re used to by now- a genre defying trip! There’s two kinds of music, folks: good and bad. If it’s good, you’ll hear it on the Rock N Roll Manifesto. Some news: there will … Continue reading →
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!
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!
(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.
Whew - it is a hot one out here on the Left Coast. Time to retreat to the cool darkness of the Pinhead Studios for a cold lager, some pinball and the sweet sound of vinyl. The lager this afternoon is the seasonal offering from the Sierra Nevada brewery, the little microbrewery that could, located a few hours north of here. This one is perfect for a hot day - crisp and dry with the traditional Perle, Saaz and Spalter hops that give it a nice grassiness - sorta like the Sauvignon Blanc that is cooling in the fridge. The second Summerfest will work perfectly as I rotisserie a whole chicken on the grill and then I'll switch to the wine while I carve the bird up. I've got a bowl of those great Trader Joe's blistered peanuts handily next to the grill, so I'm set.
Back again for another hour of that mental rocknroll business. This week saw some of the finest tracks from Mojo Nixon, L'Assassins, Delta Bombers, Screamin' Rebel Angels and more. If you missed it live last Thursday here is your chance to catch the madness.
Mojo Nixon | Whiskey Rebellion | Ain't Got Nobody(Self Release)2009
The Delta Bombers | Howlin' | Nobodys Guy(Wild Records)2009
Hi-Strung Ramblers | I'm A Rambler | You Don't Love Me(Wild Records)2010
Mystery Gang | Jungle Fever | Bang Bang Boogie(Rhythm Bomb Records)2006
L'Assassins | Lovin' On the Run | Blue Voodoo(Big Action Records)2013
Screamin' Rebel Angels | Hitch Hike | Mayday(Self Release)2013
Scott H. Biram | The Dirty Old One Man Band | Raisin' Hell Again(Bloodshot Records)2005
Klax | Recycle-Billy | What's Up(Rockin' Roar Records)2012
Sam & The Butchers | Revel Without A Cause | Code Blue(Revel Yell)2003
Archie | Listen To What Archie Sez | Hotest Rod(KIX 4 U Records)1986
Tios Bizarros | Glandes Exitos | Morboso A Go Go(Self Release)2011
The Tailgators | The Tailgators | Baby You're No Good(Anagram Psychobilly)2006
Krewmen | The Adventures Of The Krewmen | Night Shift Blues(Lost Moment Records)1986
The Zorchmen | Attack Of The Zorchmen | Jungle Fever(Diablo Records)2013
Nigel Lewis & The Zorchmen | Ain't What I Call Rock'n'roll | I Know Something(Crazy Love Records)2010
Johnson Family | No Forwarding Address | Snake(Cherry Pie Recordings)2008
Reach Around Rodeo Clowns | Dark Days Dark Nights | Done Fucked Up(Inner Knot)2010
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]
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!
So, episode 150 came and went with little fanfare, but it was a whole lot of fun, at least. There was a birthday shoutout, a get-well, a tribute to a recently passed blues legend, some thank yous, some requests, a … Continue reading →
This week's episode of Gone Mental was a slack ass blast from the past. I didn't have time to come up with a new playlist so I revisited some of my favorite sets from the first few episodes. Even if you caught them the first time, be sure to grab this one for all new witty banter. You know what to do.
The Meteors | In Heaven | Shout So Loud(Lost Soul Records)1981
Henry & The Bleeders | Out Of Luck, Out Of Cash, Out On Bail | Hillbilly In A Psycho Band(Western Star)2009
Skitzo | The Glove | Killer Love(Fury Records)1995
Luna Vegas | Strange Men Weird Women | Vega Rider(Western Star)2008
Stressor | Burn Out! | Bop-A-Lena(Crazy Love Records)2007
Batmobile | Amazons From Outer Space | Ravin' Women(Count Orlock)1989
Spellbound | Eleven Deadly Sins | Just In Time 2007
Grave Stompers | Funeral Suite | Hounted House(Crazy Love Records)1999
Guana Batz | Very Best Of The Guana Batz | Pile Driver Boogie(Anagram Records)2001
The Waltons | Here Comes The Waltons | Setting The Woods On Fire(Korea)1988
Splatter | ...From Hell To Eternity | Hard Rockin' Daddy(Sector 2 Records)1994
Mojo Nixon And Skid Roper | Bo-Day-Shus!!! | I'm Gonna Dig Up Howlin' Wolf(I.R.S. Records)1987
The Dead Cats | Bucket O' Love | Hank's Cadillac(Flying Saucer Records)1996
The Tony Montanas | Destination Hell | Eat You Alive(Crazy Love Records)2004
Surf Rats | Welcome To Killafornya | Cruel Aint The Word I Woulda Use(Hi Spec)2009
Atomic Fiends | Race To Hell | Firecracker Baby(El Diablo Caballero Records)2005
The Cramps | Stay Sick! | Journey To The Center Of A Girl(Enigma Records)1990
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.):
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!
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!
Most folks who listen to the Manifesto tell me that the thing they like most is the unpredictable nature of it. The fact that the show can go from hardcore punk to soul, from metal to country and so on. … Continue reading →
This week on Gone Mental we pay tribute to Torr Skoog of Kings Of Nuthin' who passed away last weekend. Featuring a bunch of Kings Of Nuthin' tracks and more assorted bits of psychobilly greatness.
Kings Of Nuthin' | Get Busy Livin' Or Get Busy Dyin' | Get Busy Livin' Or Get Busy Dyin'(Crazy Love Records)2001
Kings Of Nuthin' | Punkrock, Rhythm & Blues | Over The Counter Culture(People Like You Records)2005
Al & The Black Cats | Through Thick N' Thin | Loser(Rodeostar Records)2010
The Arkhams | Valley Of The | Middleman(Self Release)2010
Kings Of Nuthin' | Punkrock, Rhythm & Blues | Quick Fix(People Like You Records)2005
The Dicemen | A Thing Called Rock N Roll | Madman(Suburban Records)2004
The Hangmen | Gutbucket Rock 'n' Roll | Little Bitz(Rockhouse Records)1991
Kings Of Nuthin' | Old Habits Die Hard | Black & Blue(People Like You Records)2010
The Goddamn Gallows | Gutterbilly Blues | Gutterbilly Blues(GBC Records)2007
Terror Train | | Last Train to Texas 1993
Kings Of Nuthin' | Old Habits Die Hard | Rhythm & Booze(People Like You Records)2010
Sasquatch & The Sick-A-Billys | Burning Miles Of Sin | Beyond The Sun(Self Release)2007
Demented Are Go | Kicked Out Of Hell | Surf Ride To Oblivion(I.D. Records)1988
Kings Of Nuthin' | Punkrock, Rhythm & Blues | Nation On Fire(People Like You Records)2005
Lonesome Kings | Legendary Suffering | Watchin' You(Kaiser Records)2006
Frantic Flintstones | A Nightmare On Nervous | Red Chevy(Nervous Records)1988
Kings Of Nuthin' | Get Busy Livin' Or Get Busy Dyin' | King Of Nuthin'(Crazy Love Records)2001
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.):
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.
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! 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”…
I started out tonight’s show with a 10 song tribute to the memory of Torr Skoog, singer for the Kings of Nuthin’ who recently decided to check out of this world way too early. Really fucking sad. After that, it … Continue reading →
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.
Back again with another hour plus of that mental rocknroll on episode 86. We went a hair over the usual hour and squeezed in some extra rocknroll greatness featuring The Quakes, The Zorchmen, Mojo Nixon, a whole set of Bob Log III and more.
Jerry Lee Lewis | All Killer, No Filler | No Headstone On My Grave(Rhino Records)1993
The Meteors | Teenagers From Outer Space | Voodoo Rhythm(Big Beats Records)1986
Reverend Horton Heat | Space Heater | For Never More(Interscope Records)1998
The Quakes | Quakes | Where Did It Go?(Nervous Records)1988
The Mutilators | Hot Rod Whore! | Too Much(Self Release)2003
The Zorchmen | Attack Of The Zorchmen | Reloaded(Diablo Records)2013
The KDV Deviators | Lost Contact | Rampage Rock(Drunkabilly Records)2012
Wigsville Spliffs | Psychomania No.8 | Fat(Psychomania Magazine)2011
The Dicemen | A Thing Called Rock N Roll | Shakey Sue(Suburban Records)2004
The Eyelids | Rats | Burke The Butcher(Western Star Recording)2009
Spellbound | Eleven Deadly Sins | Killer 2007
The Cremators | The New Breed | A Man With A Plan(Heptown Records)2012
Epileptic Hillbillys | Insanity | I'm a Hillbilly(Western Star Recording)2012
Bob Log III | Trike | Six Stringer Kicker(Fat Possum Records)1999
Bob Log III | Log Bomb | Put That There(Fat Possum Records)2003
Bob Log III | Log Bomb | Wag Your Tail Like A Dog In The Back Of A Truck(Fat Possum Records)2003
Johnson Family | No Forwarding Address | Demolition Rocknroll(Cherry Pie Recordings)2008
Sasquatch & The Sick-A-Billys | Storming The Gates | You Can't Be Saved(Self Release)2007
Memphis Morticians | 1,000,000 Delinquents | Roll Them Bones(Space Hearse Records)2009
Mojo Nixon & Jello Biafra | Prarie Home Invasion | Will The Fetus Be Aborted(Alternative Tentacles)1994
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.):
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.
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.
Fun show tonight! As per usual, my listeners came through with some great requests that fueled much of this show. Thanks, everyone! I also played some tracks in memory of Stiv Bators, Conway Twitty and Dee Dee Ramone, there was … Continue reading →
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!
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.
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.):
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!
Over the weekend I watched the documentary, “A Band Called Death,” so I wanted to talk a bit about it, and play some tracks from Death and Rough Francis. The movie really is a must-see if you’re a music fan. … Continue reading →
Recently watched the Godfather and it reminded me that I hadn't cracked open a Chianti in a long while. Then I decided to go all out with the Italian and cook up a savory Pasta Puttanesca to go with it. The sauce is simmering on the stovetop and I'm listening to some Sinatra on the juke while I write this.
This Chianti is 95% Sangiovese and 5% Ciliegiolo and 100% drinkable. Nice soft tannins and a dry finish - this should go well with the Puttanesca. The Piccini folks have been making wine in the Tuscany region since 1882 - four generations - and recently changed it's label for the Chianti from the boring black and white to a bright Orange. According to the website, the orange symbolizes all the energy, youth and passion that characterizes the Piccini familia.
Once again if you missed us live on Thursday, here is episode 85. The usual hour of nonstop mental rocknroll. Feature killer tracks from Sir Psycho and His Monsters, Tall Boys, L'Assassins, The Acceleratii, The Meteors and more.
Sir Psyko And His Monsters | Reapers Tale | Fucker(Crazy Love Records)2011
Thee Headcoatees | Punk Girls | Cara-Lin(Sympathy For The Record Industry)1997
Tall Boys | Final Kick | Final Kick(Big Beat Records)1985
L'Assassins | Lovin' On the Run | Creep(Big Action Records)2013
Skitzo | Skitzo Mania | Skitzo Mania(Nervous Records)1987
Torment | Psyclops Carnival | Mystery Men(Nervous Records)1986
Mad Sin | Amphigory | Body Snatchers(Fury Records)1991
Epileptic Hillbillys | Insanity | Gonna Count the Days I'm Gone(Western Star)2012
Psycho DeVilles | Supercharger | Roots Rock(Self Released)2007
The Grave Diggers | Move It! | Wild Mind(Crypt Records)1989
The Meteors | Hell Train Rollin | If That's The Way You Want It(People Like You Records)2010
The Acceleratii | The Acceleratii | What Now(Self Release)2010
The Tremors | Demon Boogie Fever | Blue Moon Woman(Brain Drain Records)2009
Jane Rose & The Deadend Boys | Poultricide | Arcane Man(Self Release)2011
The Legendary Raw Deal | Badlands Mud | One Track Mind(Mutant Rock Records)2012
The Dead Cats | Bucket O' Love | Voodoo Queen(Flying Saucer Records)1996
Pete Lane | Imperial Hillbilly Vol 1 | One-Two-Three-Skid-Doo
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
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.
