Sunday, July 31, 2011
Screaming Lord Sutch.....Live?
Screaming Lord Sutch joined forces with such luminaries as Ritchie Blackmore, Keith Moon and Noel Redding for his second album, recorded at Carshalton Park Rock 'n' Roll Festival in 1972. Yes, it's horrible and basically unlistenable, but would you really want it to be any other way?
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Do The Jellyfish by Neil Sedaka
From the 1966 movie STING OF DEATH. The greatest movie ever made featuring a half man, half jellyfish villain. If you enjoy close-up shots of girls butts in tight pants, then this movie is for you!
Step inside Rosemary Clooney's shady nook
From either The Steve Allen Plymouth Show "Salute to the All American Basketball Teams" or The Rosemary Clooney Show.
Billboard 1957
Yesterday's home of the future
A place where nobody dared to go …
Watching Sleeper recently brought to mind Bob Masters and Roy Mason's Xanadu home in Kissimmee, Florida — two were also built in Wisconsin and Tennessee — and all were abandoned and demolished.
The experimental, computer-controlled polyurethane foam dwelling looked like it was plucked out of Ape City and set down in Disney's back yard.
The second video is from a German documentary and the uploader also has a five-part video of the abandoned interior.
Only the sign remains …
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Billy Bond
Music by Billy Bond, born Juliano Canterini, who moved to Argentina and became part of the Psych/Acid scene in the early 70s.
I was loath to include the video below because of the way the owner marks his territory all over this video--it's so unnecessary to put graphics all over the place like this. But it's still a pretty great clip.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
Doing the Robot.
The Tornados - "The Robot"
Why wasn't I invited to this party in the woods? I've got my tin foil hat and everything...
[via Weirdward Ho!.]
Sunday, July 24, 2011
More Gals and Pals
Music from Swedish jazz vocal group Gals and Pals from CB Vocal Groups.
Mamma, vad är det? - Gals and Pals
Bonus: "Dat Dere" by Mel Torme (same song as above in English)
Stringbean - Hillbilly Fever
Yes, the audio quality is a bit poor but this is a good one. If you don't know of the terrible tale of Stringbean, click here. For an update, read the comments on the video I just posted.
Cramps Post Card
Postmarked May 19th, 1981. Mark Cheney was a professional punk rock photographer from the Delaware Valley, who produced these original postcards. Also a good guy who kept in touch. The reverse says, "....so the cat says to the sailor 'that's alot to swallow'" -Mark
A splendid photograph of Lux & Ivy.
another Aquarius cover
While preparing a Dutch language podcast I came across this album from 1973. It's an album to promote the cultural life of the village of Bergen (north of Amsterdam near the coast). This is the contribution of Ritmisch jeugdkoor Petrus en Paulus o.l.v. Ton Stroomer (=rhythmic youth choir Peter and Paul conducted by Ton Stroomer).
By the name of the choir and what I understand from the lyrics this is one of the many Catholic Youth choirs in that period in The Netherlands. Petrus and Paulus is the name of the Catholic church in Bergen and it seems the choir still exists.
This is for everyone who would like to hear yet another cover of Aquarius from Hair
By the name of the choir and what I understand from the lyrics this is one of the many Catholic Youth choirs in that period in The Netherlands. Petrus and Paulus is the name of the Catholic church in Bergen and it seems the choir still exists.
This is for everyone who would like to hear yet another cover of Aquarius from Hair
Saturday, July 23, 2011
The Potato Chip Song
I do not know the provenance of this photo. I have never met these people. It was in my old stuff. It may have been the drummer in my band's wife's relatives. Either way whatta head, no? It's like he's in a trance. Here is his song:
It goes on like that until only dogs can hear it.
Special Teenagers
I suppose the Roach can't be considered a "failed dance craze" because "performed by Ricki Lake in a John Waters movie" is the very definition of success. So we'll just spotlight the other assets of this EP by Dean and Jean, including the flat-out country tune "You Can't Be Happy By Yourself", and a version of Mack the Knife you can do a spirited version of the Pony to.
Roma, or Not
You might like this cheesy Italian accordion collection offered at Hector's, or you might prefer his EPs from Santo & Johnny and Dusty Springfield instead.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Pudgie's Pizza Radio Jingles
Pudgies Pizza is a chain of pizza restaurants located in Upstate New York and parts of Pennsylvania. To me, this was the only pizza there was. Sadly, my hometown Pudgies in Sayre, Pennsylvania is no longer in operation, but there are still more of them serving "goodtime" pizza and subs to lucky locals. My fondest memory is getting kicked out one night because an out of control friend of mine threw a slice of pizza across the room and flat onto the wall. We were banned for a month. Thanks.
Here's two radio jingles that bring back the memories of when all it took was a slice of pizza, some sunshine and smile on your face to make everything A-OK! I like the 70s jingle the best; short, catchy and funky! In typical 80s fashion, the jingle was doubled in length and the drum machine is pounding away while girls work out in leg warmers. But hey, it's all good. By the way, you'll hear mention of "Horseheads" in the 80s song. Horseheads is a small town in New York. Seems each Pudgies battles for superiority with other Pudgies!
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Walk Within My Brain
From the psychedelic and funk movement in Mexico in the late 60s/early 70s, Walk Within My Brain (Caminata Cerebral) by Love Army. The version in Spanish has a little more heart & soul, but here's the English version.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Let's Go Bowling!
Some would say, who doesn't love a sport where you are not only allowed to drink copious quantities of beer, but encouraged to do so? But I suppose there would be a spoilsport like myself who suggests that maybe a better sport would be one that requires the use of chloroform, but there ya go. So if you would like some infectiously peppy music to go along with your festive funeral home-sponsored shirt and clown-y shoes previously worn by dozens of others with various levels of hygienic habits, this Bert Kaempfert album may be "up your alley".
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Washerwoman of Portugal
Sylvia Copeland's Washerwoman of Portugal from Sleepy Lagoon--found through the Exotica-Strange and Unusual Mailing List 2.
Monday, July 18, 2011
When Macrame Attacks
Disco versions of "Catch a Falling Star", "You Talk Too Much" and "Swing in a Star" by Spooky and Sue, at Dirk's Muziek Archief.
Listen to Percy Trout tonight!
the Percy Trout hour
Monday Night (7-18-11)
8pm to 10pm EST-USA
WRFL 88.1fm
Lexington, KY
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Smoooooth
I love when music originally posted in 2007 is still around--especially when it's by Mike Sammes & Co. And has a version of Limehouse Blues in dubious taste.
Britches Adjustment
You know, you all are getting a little too big for your britches, I think it's time you be forced to listen to a little old fashioned cornball stupidity, bargain basement Spike Jones, cutout bin Hoosier Hotshots, otherwise known as the Korn Kobblers. This here is a song about a spittoon, if that makes you feel any better.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
"Wherever You Are"
Supper club atrocity credited to The Friendship as a tribute to John Lennon. He's probably turning over in his coffin.
From the always entertaining Appearing In The Motel Lounge
From the always entertaining Appearing In The Motel Lounge
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Twistin' with Werner
Who wants some highly spirited old fogeys playing twist music, with comical results? (and of course, only old fogeys use the term "old fogeys")
I DO I DO!
Speedy Gonzales/St. Tropez Twist/Ya Ya all jammed into 2:32 of music! German efficiency at its finest!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
The Mossi Files Part IV - Hockey Edition
Hockey players are a unique breed. Presented here for your consideration are a few choice examples of sweater haberdashery, facial lettuce and stylish coifs.
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