These guys are punk-pop/cock rock/sleaze of the highest order from Brisbane. Ever get the feeling they're taking the piss?
JJ Speedball - Homerun
There's a review of their Dictators-meet-the-Hard-Ons CD "Behind The Enemy Lines" at the Bar here.
29 January 2009
28 January 2009
Sign of The Three-Eyed Men will highlight Elevators' glorious legacy
With 3000 copies being pressed worldwide, this lavish, 10-CD 13th Floor Elevators box set threatens to be as desirable as the long out-of-print "Complete Funhouse Sessions." Details here.
I've always been more of a Roky man but this sort of indulgence might sway me.
I've always been more of a Roky man but this sort of indulgence might sway me.
27 January 2009
Summer shows.
On what is shaping up as the hottest week in Melbourne for 100 years, the weekend's shows are pretty damn hot too.
On Friday, two of my favorites from last year come together when the Sand Pebbles join with the Lurid Yellow Mist over at the Thornbury Theatre:
Really, you are spoiled for choice. This city amazes me sometimes, you know. Don't forget the sunscreen.
On Friday, two of my favorites from last year come together when the Sand Pebbles join with the Lurid Yellow Mist over at the Thornbury Theatre:
While Saturday sees the High Fangs launch a six track EP at the Birmingham, with support from the Bowerbirds, Wrong Turn, and Pretty Green:
Or if you prefer something a bit, err, noisier, Kim Salmon and the Surrealists are at Ding Dong with the Stabs: 
And yes, the Stabs are also launching a new record.
Really, you are spoiled for choice. This city amazes me sometimes, you know. Don't forget the sunscreen.
C'mon - Wet Taxis
Featuring the late Simon Knuckey on gtr. My brothers and I used to nickname him The Blind Man for his distinctive stage presence. A fantastic cover of The Atlantics song.
26 January 2009
Get off your arses, Australia!
It seems Neil Young and his band are pissed off with Australian crowds for sitting down during the indoor shows of the current tour. Reports I've heard from some put the blame squarely on heavy-handed security. Fair call but if you all get up at once WTF are the goons going to do? More chatter here.
I'm glad I went to the Big Day Out in Sydney (there are some words I rarely type) to see him. Check the I-94 Bar in a day or so for a long-winded, rambling report.
I'm glad I went to the Big Day Out in Sydney (there are some words I rarely type) to see him. Check the I-94 Bar in a day or so for a long-winded, rambling report.
25 January 2009
"Neil Young You're My Hero" - Megan Bawden
Stumbled across this on Facebook today - just after having caught Neil and band in sizzling form at Sydney's leg of the Big Day Out. Megan Bawden is a singer-guitarist from Melbourne and that's Cathy Green (X) on bass (with Cormick Green helping out on drums and pian'er.)
Neil Young You're My Hero
Neil Young You're My Hero
Louis Tillett - Carousel
From 1986's "A Cast of Aspersions" album. A clip I'd forgotten or didn't know existed.
24 January 2009
NY Dolls in studio with Todd Rundgren
Just in:
New York Dolls are reportedly putting the finishing touches on the recordings for their new album with legendary producer Todd Rundgren and are scheduled to begin mixing next week. The CD, which is being tracked at Rundgren's studio on the island of Kauai, marks the first time the two have collaborated in 36 years since Rundgren originally produced the NEW YORK DOLLS' eponymous debut album, "New York Dolls". Rundgren was reunited with DOLLS founding members David Johansen (vocals) and Sylvain Sylvain (guitar, vocals).
"We're really excited to be working with Todd again," David Johansen previously said. "We're hoping to recapture the same magic on the forthcoming album."
I'm just hoping it sounds better than the last collaboration with Rundgren. Shadow Morton was obviously unavailable.
New York Dolls are reportedly putting the finishing touches on the recordings for their new album with legendary producer Todd Rundgren and are scheduled to begin mixing next week. The CD, which is being tracked at Rundgren's studio on the island of Kauai, marks the first time the two have collaborated in 36 years since Rundgren originally produced the NEW YORK DOLLS' eponymous debut album, "New York Dolls". Rundgren was reunited with DOLLS founding members David Johansen (vocals) and Sylvain Sylvain (guitar, vocals).
"We're really excited to be working with Todd again," David Johansen previously said. "We're hoping to recapture the same magic on the forthcoming album."
I'm just hoping it sounds better than the last collaboration with Rundgren. Shadow Morton was obviously unavailable.
22 January 2009
Who Killed Nancy?
That's the title of a new UK docco out next month and it does seem a little misleading. Besides the fact a lot of people don't care, the other reality is that the makers (and us) will never know. Still, if you want to part with your heard-earned you can read the hype here.
21 January 2009
Invasion Day.
In Melbourne, we get three big public holidays- Australia Day, ANZAC Day and Melbourne Cup Day. Colloquially, they are often known as Invasion Day (26th January), Dead Soldier Day (25th April) and Horse Race Day (first Tuesday in November).
So this show, at Pony and featuring Baseball, Witch Hats and Miniature Submarines, is on Invasion Day eve. Both the Baseball and the Witch Hats folks did posters- you can choose:
It's $10.00, and you don't have to go to work the next day. Got it?
You can learn something new every day.
So this show, at Pony and featuring Baseball, Witch Hats and Miniature Submarines, is on Invasion Day eve. Both the Baseball and the Witch Hats folks did posters- you can choose:
It's $10.00, and you don't have to go to work the next day. Got it?
You can learn something new every day.
20 January 2009
Party Girl - Destroy All Monsters
I suppose one of the things with Ron Asheton's passing will be people posting previously unseen footage like this. Anyone want to clue me in on who's in this DAM line-up?
Another random video
Goddamm YouTube. The things you can find...
I was introduced to this song many years ago, on the 1979 Ralph Records "Subterranean Modern" compilation album- whose Gary Panter cover art is probably worth a picture here:
Back then I knew very little about the acts on this record, and I still know almost nothing about this band- by choice, I'm sure there is plenty of information out there. But I kinda prefer not knowing.
Anyway, they were from San Francisco, they were called Chrome, and this is "Meet You In The Subway
I was introduced to this song many years ago, on the 1979 Ralph Records "Subterranean Modern" compilation album- whose Gary Panter cover art is probably worth a picture here:
Back then I knew very little about the acts on this record, and I still know almost nothing about this band- by choice, I'm sure there is plenty of information out there. But I kinda prefer not knowing.
Anyway, they were from San Francisco, they were called Chrome, and this is "Meet You In The Subway
19 January 2009
Looking back.
Well, that was an education.
X were absolutely sterling- passionate, energetic and clearly having a ball, so much so that Kim and Cathy refused to leave the stage after the first couple of encores, forcing Steve to come back on for one more song and giving the stage manager a mild heart attack.
About the Saints, though...well, let's just say Ed Kuepper was awesome, and that it will be a while before I listen to "Stranded" again.
But the mid week gig meant I was pushed for time, and didn't get this posted:
Oops. Won't make that mistake again.
18 January 2009
City Slang: Hydromatics live in Stockholm
The Hydromatics were the Sonic's Rendezvous Band-focused trans-Atlantic supergroup featuring Scott Morgan and Tony Slug. Shame on you if you didn't know. This version of"City Slang" is from their forthcoming DVD which looks like a reason to stay in.
15 January 2009
Stooges miss out on R & R Hall of Lame (again)
This was just reported by here The Ultimate Nullifier (aka Box Taylor from Powertrane, Mazinga et al.) Excuse the endless Stooges posts over the last 10 days but this is beyond belief.
Stupid, myopic dipshit judges. The timing is nothing to do with Ron Asheton's passing (the votes would have been compiled weeks ago) but that just proves what numb-nutted, clueless cockscratchers they are.
Stupid, myopic dipshit judges. The timing is nothing to do with Ron Asheton's passing (the votes would have been compiled weeks ago) but that just proves what numb-nutted, clueless cockscratchers they are.
Chapter 247 in the War Against The Jive
It's from Annandale Hotel in the second half of last year. Cheers to Boris the Video Man!
14 January 2009
Legend or whore? You decide
It's for an online insurance company.
Personally, I think he can do whatever the fuck he wants. I'm just thankful the ad agency didn't chose to butcher one of his songs. If you click through to YouTube you can see it's provoking colourful commentary.
Personally, I think he can do whatever the fuck he wants. I'm just thankful the ad agency didn't chose to butcher one of his songs. If you click through to YouTube you can see it's provoking colourful commentary.
13 January 2009
12 January 2009
Danny Fields on Ron Asheton
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The Houndblog - one of the crew from the world's coolest radio station WFMU - has a great Ron Asheton tribute from onetime Stooges mentor Danny Fields here. That's Danny and Ron pictured.
It Came From Detroit
There's a new trailer for the movie on the Detroit rock scene of the 1990s.
It Came From Detroit Official Trailer (New) from James R Petix on Vimeo.
The soundtrack looks very cool. More info at itcamefromdetroit.com
It Came From Detroit Official Trailer (New) from James R Petix on Vimeo.
The soundtrack looks very cool. More info at itcamefromdetroit.com
11 January 2009
Tributes and Tribute Nights
Back from holidays after the depression news of Ron Asheton's passing.
On the I-94 Bar front, you can read Mark Sisto's moving tribute here and you can also leave a comment.
Here's the details of the first of a few tribute shows:
Niagara and The Colonel invite friends to pay tribute to the late Stooges guitarist, Ron Asheton as they host, “Ronnie…Thanks A Million”, Saturday, January 17th at 9PM at the historic Music Hall Center For The Performing Arts in downtown Detroit.
There is free admission but attendees are encouraged to donate what they can to help cover the night’s expenses and Ron’s favorite charity, The Michigan Humane Society.
Niagara, Asheton’s former Destroy All Monsters and Dark Carnival band mate and muse will host along with Colonel Galaxy a celebration of Ronnie’s life and a chance to express their love along with all of his friends and fans with a tribute for a guy Rolling Stone called: "One of the greatest guitarists of all time”.
Tributes from those who knew him- and some who didn’t, but were influenced by him will speak from the stage where such legends as WC Fields, Miles Davis and Billy Holiday performed, Ron’s music will be played and a tribute film retrospect by Tim Caldwell will be shown. Music Hall is Detroit’s oldest performing arts venue (1928) and is a beautifully restored facility, appropriate for this memorable night.
There will be a cash bar in the Hall as well as in Jazz Café for attendees.
Plus, a special Jazz Café show -
A Dark Carnival alumni performance led by Bootsey X & The Lovemasters and some VERY special friends will play in honor their late band mate and friend, in the Jazz Café following the main stage tributes at 11 PM.
Ron Asheton was more than an innovative guitarist, he was an easygoing, subtly hilarious guy- who, simply and effectively created a sound and aesthetic, which will forever reverberate as long as there are guitar players. Ron maximized his early work into postmodern art of the highest order. In retrospect, Ron’s influence cannot be overstated, only imitated.
Ronnie used to like to say, “thanks a million” in mock gratitude when joking with friends. Now here’s our last chance to say, “Ronnie… Thanks A Million.”
More info for this tribute may be found on www.myspace.com/niagaradetroit
Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
350 Madison Detroit, MI 48226
313 887-8500
www.musichall.org
On the I-94 Bar front, you can read Mark Sisto's moving tribute here and you can also leave a comment.
Here's the details of the first of a few tribute shows:
Niagara and The Colonel invite friends to pay tribute to the late Stooges guitarist, Ron Asheton as they host, “Ronnie…Thanks A Million”, Saturday, January 17th at 9PM at the historic Music Hall Center For The Performing Arts in downtown Detroit.
There is free admission but attendees are encouraged to donate what they can to help cover the night’s expenses and Ron’s favorite charity, The Michigan Humane Society.
Niagara, Asheton’s former Destroy All Monsters and Dark Carnival band mate and muse will host along with Colonel Galaxy a celebration of Ronnie’s life and a chance to express their love along with all of his friends and fans with a tribute for a guy Rolling Stone called: "One of the greatest guitarists of all time”.
Tributes from those who knew him- and some who didn’t, but were influenced by him will speak from the stage where such legends as WC Fields, Miles Davis and Billy Holiday performed, Ron’s music will be played and a tribute film retrospect by Tim Caldwell will be shown. Music Hall is Detroit’s oldest performing arts venue (1928) and is a beautifully restored facility, appropriate for this memorable night.
There will be a cash bar in the Hall as well as in Jazz Café for attendees.
Plus, a special Jazz Café show -
A Dark Carnival alumni performance led by Bootsey X & The Lovemasters and some VERY special friends will play in honor their late band mate and friend, in the Jazz Café following the main stage tributes at 11 PM.
Ron Asheton was more than an innovative guitarist, he was an easygoing, subtly hilarious guy- who, simply and effectively created a sound and aesthetic, which will forever reverberate as long as there are guitar players. Ron maximized his early work into postmodern art of the highest order. In retrospect, Ron’s influence cannot be overstated, only imitated.
Ronnie used to like to say, “thanks a million” in mock gratitude when joking with friends. Now here’s our last chance to say, “Ronnie… Thanks A Million.”
More info for this tribute may be found on www.myspace.com/niagaradetroit
Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
350 Madison Detroit, MI 48226
313 887-8500
www.musichall.org
07 January 2009
06 January 2009
Don't Look Back
The 2009 season of the Don't Look Back concert series kicks off in Melbourne next week with a complete gem of a show.
Australian proto-punks the Saints team up with the mighty X for a run through a pair of historic albums- "(I'm) Stranded" and "At Home With You".
Both of these albums are classics, and the chance to see and hear them played in full in one session is...kind of frightening actually. There's some heavy baggage attached to these. But the omens are good- the Saints reformation shows last year were excellent, by all accounts, and X never fail to deliver.
See you down the front. No earplugs.
ps as you can see from the poster, the Saints will do it all again up in Brisbane, too.
Australian proto-punks the Saints team up with the mighty X for a run through a pair of historic albums- "(I'm) Stranded" and "At Home With You".
Both of these albums are classics, and the chance to see and hear them played in full in one session is...kind of frightening actually. There's some heavy baggage attached to these. But the omens are good- the Saints reformation shows last year were excellent, by all accounts, and X never fail to deliver.
See you down the front. No earplugs.
ps as you can see from the poster, the Saints will do it all again up in Brisbane, too.
Welcome back- to bad news.
Well, there I was all set to post some good shit for the start of the year, when I heard the news that legendary Stooges guitarist Ron Asheton had been found dead in his Detroit home.There's nothing online about this as yet, and given the time difference I wouldn't expect anything for a few hours, but anyway...vale, Ron.
I will, indeed, play some fucking Stooges.
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