Tuesday 25 December 2018

Looney Boppers - Jungle Party 2018




Unless you follow the Russian billy/rock n roll scene , you probably aren't aware of how many really good bands there are coming out of Russia. Hell I'm talking top shelf outfits ,one of those bands is the Looney Boppers and man these kats not only rock but they are also a whack of fun.Hailing from St. Petersburg and Leningrad, they are loaded with pedigree and have a rep for been a wild rock n roll act that takes no prisoners.The band's debut album "Jungle Party" is nothing short of a blast of kool rock n roll.Slamming in gear with 12 originals that mash up rockabilly,psychobilly trash, calypso,exotica and even a little shot of country .It covers a lot of ground,pushes the genre lines and always keeps the foot on the pedal.This is a band that's on a mission and as a result this is one stout and fun ride.Hell there isn't a weak track to be found but here are a few highlights: "Oriental Rock", " What About Your Love ", "Country Soda", "I'm Lazy"and "Hot Days"
 
    From start to finish  "Jungle Party" delivers the goods.It's a  pretty stellar debut album by a band that doesn't take it self too seriously.Let's just say it's flat out kool and one that you'll hit the repeat button for.You definitely want to check it out! Highly recommended!!
https://www.facebook.com/looneyboppers/   https://www.looneyboppers.com/ 

Saturday 22 December 2018

Stories From Shamehill - Royale With Cheese 2018



 Even since they washed ashore in 2012 Stories From Shamehill  have been making waves with their tight and infectious surfrock. They released a pretty stout ep; "Same Same But Different" back in 2015  and followed it up with 2 equally strong singles," Live In Amsterdam" (2016) and El Salto del Jalapeno(2017).All got international airplay and as a result the band has established themselves as a surf band to keep an eye on.Now they are back with the stellar debut album, "Royale With Cheese".We get 8 original tracks of  top shelf surf  that will cure your ills.Just like in the past, this is traditional surf with a really kool modern edge. From  mid tempo board riders to some fast paced surf action that adds some aggression into the mix. As a result this  puppy is a delicious stew that leaves you wanting more.Highlights include: "Sting Like A Bee", " The Whole Shebang","The Shred Shed" and "Witch-Hunt".
           
      Short and sweet ,"Royale With Cheese" clocks in at just under 23 minutes.It's also an impressive outing that you should add to your hit list.Highly recommended!
https://www.facebook.com/storiesfromshamehill/    http://www.storiesfromshamehill.nl/ 

Friday 21 December 2018

Shakin Katz Radio Playlist, The All Christmas Show Wednesday December 19, 2018 Chrw 94.9fm


Shakin Katz Radio Playlist, The All Christmas Show
Wednesday December 19, 2018
Chrw 94.9fm

Shakin Katz Theme … The Vanishers 
1.Dragstrip Holiday … The Dice Cubes … Single 
2. Stomp That X-mas … The Guitar Slingers … Single 
3. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus … The Learners … Single 
4. We Wish A Surfy Christmas … The Green Reflectors … Single
5. Crazy Reindeer Sleigh Ride Race … The Lenne Brothers … Santa’s Plane 
6. Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer … Thee Merry Widows … Psychobilly Christmas       request 
7.Renny The Radio Active Reindeer … The Nightmares … Wreckin Around The Xmas Tree 
8. Run Rudolph Run … Chuck Berry … Single 
9. Give it Up For Christmas … The Big Gun Show … Single 
10. Blotto ln The Grotto … Little Timmy Tinsel & The Fairy Lights … Western Star Christmas Party       request
11. Santa On The Roof … Reverend Horton Heat … We Three Kings  request
12. We Three Kings … Twang-O-Matics … No Sleep Til’ Bethlehem     Ep
13. Santa Cross The Border This Year … Los Damn Ramblers … Single 
14. Don’t Make Me Kick Ass This Christmas … Mack Stevens and The Red Light Boys … Hillbilly Proud      request
15. Green Christmas … The Unkool Hillbillies … Merry Christmas 
16. Santa’s Gonna Kick Your Ass … The Arrogant Worms … Christmas Turkey 
17. Shot My Baby For Christmas … The Vaudevilles … Psychobilly Christmas request 
18. Gunslingin’ Santa … Knock Gallery West … Punk Rock Christmas 
19. I’m Getting Pissed For Christmas … Bamboula … Psychobilly Christmas    request
20. Come All Ye Faithful Surfer Girls … The Chevelles … Christmas A Go- Go
21. Santa’s Got A Mean Machine … JD McPherson … Socks      request  
22. The Christmas Twist … Jack Rabbit Slim … Western Star Rockabilly Christmas Party 
23. How The Grinch Stole Christmas … The Black Flamingos … Single 
24. I want Christmas … El Camino … Western Star Rockabilly Christmas Party
25. A Christmas Twist … Si Cranstoun … Old School
26. Jingle Rock … Tommy Lee & The Orbits …  Single
27. Holly Jolly Rock n Roll Party … Kerry Pastine & The Crime Scene … Crime Scene Christmas
28. Sleigh Ride … The Cavaleros … Single 
29. It'll Be A Rockin' Christmas This Year … Ruthie & The Wranglers … Single 
30. Turkey Tossin' … Thee Waltons … Single 
31. Santa Claus Is Back In Town … Creepshow … Single 
32. Stuffin’ Her Stockin' … Bloodshot Bill … Single
33. Merry Christmas Everyone … Asmodeus … Psychobilly Christmas 
34. X-mas Record Hop … The Black Knights … Cruisin’ Christmas
35. Welcome Mr. Santa … Lady Luck Combo … Single
36. Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree … The Jets … The Singles
37. Christmas Carol ... The Black Moon Boys .. Nuthouse
38. Christmas Startrack ... The Skiffle Billy Cocktail ...  Single 
39. Christmas At The End Of The Bar … The Vanishers … Single

Saturday 15 December 2018

Voodoo Zombie - Reviresco 2018


  
 It's been almost 6 years now since Voodoo Zombie's last release,the single "Zombiewalk"(2012).While they are back and in a big way with their third album, "Reviresco". This time out they are on the new upstart label Batcave Records.Whats not new is that they worked again with Rene De La Muerte (The Brains). So you just know that  "Reviresco" is one damn rockin' affair .Pulling no punches we get an intro,a radio spot and 10 original tracks of stout and catchy psychobilly.Two of the tracks have previously been released , "Armor Psycho" and "Zombiewalk" are reworked here .This is psychobilly that at times has a hard rock edge but the band mixes it up.From an acoustic driven number to all out psycho rockers.Highlights include: "La Llamada De Cthulu", "Un Mejor Cadillac", "Amarte Es Peligroso" and "El Mesias"
   
  
 Voodoo Zombie have scored a winner with "Reviresco" It's well produced  and has a great vibe.It's easily their best effort yet and shows that they have a lot more to offer up. It's a powerful and fun ride that you want to get in on. Highly recommended!!

Friday 14 December 2018

Shakin' Katz Radio Playlist, December 12 2018 With special co-host Andrew Bellini-Rutledge Of Running From Daylight




0 .Shakin Katz Theme ... The Vanishers    Cdn
1.  Love Is Cruel ... Maibell & The Misfires ... single    
2. I Smell A Rat ... Shoebox Revue ... Money  ep    
3.Bales Of Cocaine ... Rev. Horton Heat .... The Full -Custom Sounds Of ... 
4. Crime Scene Christmas ... Kerry Pastine & The Crime Scene ... Crime Scene Christmas  
5. Cone On Everybody ... Craic N Roll ... The Early House  
6. Keep On Moving ... Bloodshot Bill ... single  
7. Santa Bring My Baby Back To Me ... Susie Blue & The Lonesome Fellas ... single
8. Okinawa ... Black Flamingos ... Play Speedway and Other Hits
9. Bombat Belus ... No Escape ... Frederic et le Petit Monstre  ep
10. Heartbreak Hotel ... Sandy and The Wild Wombats .... Wanderlust
11.We Arrived ...The Troubled ... Spacing Away 
12. Father Christmas ...Los Gatos Locos ...  ... Psychobilly Christmas
13. 010010 ... The Tsunamibots .... Man Vs. Machine      request
14. No Surfers In My Town ... Amphibian Man ... No Surfers In My Town  
15. Psycho Killer ... The Hellhates ... From The Roots To The Edge  
16. Carry Me Home ... The Living End ... Roll On 
17 Bloodline ... The Devil's Sons ... Godless Creatures        request 
18. Get Away ... Nick's Airlines ... Sky Pirates 
19. It's Coming Down ... Raygun Cowboys ... The Cowboy Code  
20. Eyeball In My Martini ... The Cramps ... Look Mom No Head
21. Stampede ... The Mighty Swell ... Off The Top With... request   
22 Christmas On Plastic ...  Bad Detectives ... Western Star Christmas Party. 
23. What She Says ... The Hellcat III ... single  
24. You'll Still Be Ugly Tomorrow ... The Hard Rollin' Daddies       request  
25. I Won't Stand In Your Way ... The Stray Cats ... The Best Of....
26. The Shred Shed ... Stories From Shamehill ....  Royale With Cheese    request  
27. Dark Days ...Doghouse Rose ... single 
28. Bust Out The Boogie ... Black Frame Spectacle ... Grady Sessions II    
29. Elvis Ain't Dead Yet ... Running From Daylight ... Elvis Ain't Dead Yet  
30. Deck The Halls....The Wave Benders .... Surfin' Christmas  
31. Make A Mess ... The Confusionaires ... It's Time To Make A Little Mess With...
32. Shopping Mall Santa ... Blue Moon Special  ... Dance Around The X-Mas Tree 
33. Sorrow And Pain ... The Delta Bombers .... Pressure And Time 
34. Dark And Lonely Night ... Tiger Army ...  V    
35. Clubfoot The Avenger   .The Reverb Syndicate .... Last Of The V8 Interceptors 

Sunday 9 December 2018

Sandy & the Wild Wombats - Wanderlust 2018




  Sandy and The Wild Wombats are on a mission and that's a good thing for us. This rockin' outfit just keeps getting better, delivering  top shelf rockabilly/rock n roll at every turn.The band's latest and 3rd offering; "Wanderlust" is proof of that.This puppy snarls and bites with 16 tracks including  a hidden bonus track that will definitely colour you impressed.The album throws up 14 stout and kool originals and  is bookend with 2 different versions of a cover of "I Love Rock And  Roll". It's also a great mix of straight up rockabilly to sharp rock n roll.They also add shots of blues and country into an already delicious dish. From  slow burners to all out rockers this disc has something for everyone.Highlights include: " Ride With The Rockers", "Wanderlust", "Girls Girls Girls", "Come On Let's Rock and "Tight Leatherette".
       

    One can't help but like Sandy & the Wild Wombats and "Wanderlust " only strengthens that.This is a strong ,well written and balanced  album that is strongly executed.You really should throw down some of your  hard earned cash down on this one.Highly recommended!!   

Friday 7 December 2018

Shakin Katz Radio Playlist Wednesday December 5, 2018 Chrw 94.9fm


Shakin Katz Radio Playlist 
Wednesday December 5, 2018
Chrw 94.9fm

Shakin Katz Theme … The Vanishers
1.Snoopy's Christmas … The Royal Guardsmen … Single 
2. Lady Wild … The Same Old Shoes … Let’s Go Mess Around 
3. Headin' Out Country … Emma & The Ragmen … Single request
4. The Ace Of Space … The Kilaueas … Touch My Alien 
5. Santa’s Got A Mean Machine … J.D.McPherson … Socks 
6. All Night Long … The Royal Flush … Single
7. Hip Shakin' Baby … Ollie Vee … Lonesome Girl     request 
8. Sleigh Ride … The Cavaleros … Single 
9. El Mesias … Voodoo Zombie … Reviresco
10. Torn … Fulminante … S/T       request 
11. Wild Caveman … The Lab Ratz … Terror is Loose
12. The Decent … 50 Foot Combo … S/T        request 
13. Ride … Grease Creepers … Stay Creepy
14. Blood … The Brains … Hell n Back      request
15. Burn Down The Chicken House … Punch Drunk Cabaret … This Is A Disturbance 
16. Frosty The Snowman … Man or Astro-Man … Happy Birthday Baby Jesus 
17. Christmas Carol … Black Moon Boys … Nuthouse
18. Tattooed Rock Chicken … The Corsairs … Ignite Your Soul
19. Dark Days … Doghouse Rose … Single 
20. Let Me Free … The B-Shakers … Let’s Go Boogie
21. Santa Claus … Jerry Clayton … Rockabilly X-mas 
22. Down The Line … Twisted Rod … Bring It On Home! 
23. Night & Day … David Myles … Real Love 
24. Come On Baby ... Christine and Her Rockers … Single 
25. Just A Rumour … Built For Speed … Even The Roadies Get Their Share 
26. Rev It Up … Straight Eight Deluxe … Chopped, Channelled and Lowered    request
27. Whatcha Got … V.D.King … Single 
28. Do It For The Road … The Hoodoo Tones … Here To Stay 
29. Oh My Soul … Screamin Rebel Angels … Single 
30. Coffin For Two … Running From Daylight … Elvis Ain’t Dead Yet
31. Jack The Rat … The Bone Rattlers … Step Inside 
32. Dead & Gone … The Reckless Ones … Make Your Move 
33. Small But Loud … Charlie Hightone & The Rock-its … Small But Loud 
34. Christmas Pretty Baby … The Ray Ford Bros … Single
35. Fly To The Moon… Mystery Gang … Rock-O
36.  Tight Leatherette...Sandy and The Wild Wombats ... Wanderlust
37. You, I'll See In Hell … Evil Farm Children … Knuckle Duster