Category: Indie Jangle

  • The article discusses Kendra Smith and David Roback’s new musical venture, Clay Allison, after their previous roles in Dream Syndicate and Rain Parade. It highlights their collaboration on the notable “Rainy Day” album and reveals their desire to produce distinctive…

    The Birth Of Clay Allison
  • The article explores the influence and significance of Rain Parade’s 1985 album “Crashing Dream” within the context of the 1980s music scene. It highlights their unique blend of pop and psychedelia, their lyrical depth, and the band’s role in the…

    Rain Parade | Crashing Dream | (Island LP) 1985
  • The Jasmine Minks | Where The Traffic Goes | (Janice Long session) 1986 | The Jasmine Minks, a Scottish band, reminisced about their journey to a BBC Janice Long session in 1986, capturing their youthful energy and camaraderie. The experience,…

    The Jasmine Minks | Where The Traffic Goes | (Janice Long session) 1986
  • The Jasmine Minks | The Ballad Of Johnny Eye | (John Peel session) 1986 | “The Ballad Of Johnny Eye” by The Jasmine Minks, recorded during a John Peel session in 1986, reflects their punk roots and working-class identity. The…

    The Jasmine Minks | The Ballad Of Johnny Eye | (John Peel session) 1986
  • Hefner | You Need A Mess Of Help To Stand Alone | (John Peel session) 1998 | Hefner’s double single “You Need A Mess Of Help To Stand Alone,” recorded during their 1998 John Peel session, captures the essence of…

    Hefner | You Need A Mess Of Help To Stand Alone | (John Peel session) 1998
  • Jesse Garon & the Desperadoes | Leave You Behind | (Janice Long session) 1986 | “Leave You Behind” by Jesse Garon & the Desperadoes captures a nostalgic glimpse of the band’s 1986 journey, displaying backstage nerves and camaraderie amid challenges.…

    Jesse Garon & the Desperadoes | Leave You Behind | (Janice Long session) 1986