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In an NME interview, John Lydon reflects on his film debut alongside Harvey Keitel and discusses Public Image Limited’s (PIL) activities in New York. He shares his experiences with weight loss, views on American culture, and the challenges of acting.…
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“Rose had the wonderful name for a group from James Kirk, and she just had to do something with it, so she said to me, Right Jill, friend from punky days . .
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Captain Sensible reflects on the absurdity of his Number One hit “Happy Talk” amidst a gloomy political landscape in 1982. Balancing irony and humour, he critiques mainstream music while expressing affection for his band, The Damned. He emphasises the importance…
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The Dakotas, formed in 1960, gained popularity at Manchester’s Oasis Club and Liverpool’s Cavern Club. Managed by noted figure Brian Epstein, they became the backing band for Billy J. Kramer. Their debut Parlophone single, “The Cruel Sea” / “The Millionaire”,…
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The Perils’ 1966 single “Hate” / “Baby, Do You Love Me?” on Velva Records features a raw garage punk sound. The track “Hate” expresses intense disdain towards a girlfriend, while the flip side is a faster frat-style song lacking a…
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The Primates’ 1965 single “Knock On My Door”/”She” released by Marko Records features striking artwork and impressive music. The track “Knock On My Door” embodies teenage angst with a powerful bass introduction, while “She” leaves a lasting impression. The band,…
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The Premiers’ 1966 single “Get On This Plane” showcases a captivating blend of fuzz guitar and bass influences reminiscent of “I Can Only Give You Everything.” Though the band saw earlier success with “Farmer John,” this track, produced by Larry…
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The Caretakers Of Deception, a garage band from Los Angeles, released the tracks “Cuttin’ Grass” and “X+Y=13” in 1967 under the Sanctus label. “Cuttin’ Grass” features intense vocals and a hallucinogenic organ, while “X+Y=13” presents a more subdued folk garage…
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Graf Zepplin, a teenage band from Oak Park, Illinois, formed in 1966 and gained recognition after winning a Battle of the Bands in 1968. Their single “You’re In My Mind,” transformed by innovative sound effects, alongside the mellow “Sunset,” showcased…
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The Jelly Bean Bandits, formerly known as The Mirror, emerged from Newburgh, New York, and signed with Mainstream Records in 1967. Their album features “Country Woman,” a slow punkadelic tune, and the popular track “Generation,” notable for its groovy backbeat…
