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MC5-Back In The USA

by TW on February 14, 2011

Listening to the music on MC5’s sophomore release, Back In The USA, without the assistance of historical perspective, it’s hard to tell what the fuss was all about.  But if Sherman sets the Wayback Machine to 1970, and we’re able to listen without knowing the impact that the Detroit quintet would have on the rock [...]

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Lemonheads-Creator

by TW on January 11, 2011

Lemonheads – Creator The late ‘80s saw numerous bands across the country begin to evolve beyond their hardcore punk roots as they learned how to write pop hooks while maintaining their youthful intensity.  The two most notable outfits making the jump from indie label experimentation to major label polishing were Minneapolis’ Hüsker Dü and The [...]

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What’s not to love about Sundazed Music? Their re-release of recordings considered essential by collectors, yet out of print for decades, never ceases to astound. Their High Definition Vinyl output is especially impressive. Let’s give a listen to an infamous record that has been slagged by some critics and ignored by Atlantic Records nearly since [...]

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