NOISE JUNKIES - Scott Walker Pt. 2

This episode of Noise Junkies focuses on David Bowie, and how a small record label in Salem, MA played a pivotal role in the musical education of HP.  He discusses the confluence of factors that led to the music of Bowie getting re-introduced to the public in the late-80's, as well as some personal favorites from those albums and beyond.JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comSPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2o7It98Ck9sBZ5xNxb2Ugn?si=002da257e4054933

In this 2nd part of HP's look at the music of Scott Walker, the focus is on Walker's post-60's output.  HP examines the arc of Walker's later career, from commercial downturns to creative breakthroughs.  You think you know Scott Walker from his first 4 solo albums?  Think again.JUNKIESFather Malone: patreon.com/fathermaloneHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comSPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/48h56AsFAp0WdetaltHZ0E?si=2043231dcf3f4575

HP takes a look at the mysterious and influential Scott Walker, the coolest artist you've never heard of.  He focuses on the 4 self-titled Walker solo LPs from the late-60's, his favorite songs from those albums, and what makes them special.JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comSPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/3BISJBUvN2yOlVQbCluaMe?si=e11f9cdc87e549a7

This episode of Noise Junkies focuses on the 1980 rock musical The Idolmaker, directed by Taylor Hackford (Ray, An Officer And A Gentleman).  Based on the real-life story of Bob Marcucci, a talent manager in the late-50's who discovered Frankie Avalon and Fabian, this movie features a fiery, Golden Globe-winning performance from Ray Sharkey.  HP discusses the ingredients that comprise this underseen gem, what makes it sing, and how this cult classic has endured for so many years.JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comSPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/1sPGFRmfAzp8LGvaQfvEYF?si=155555b7cefe4bf2

It's a crossover episode, as HP joins forces with Midnight Viewing's host Father Malone to discuss the notorious 1978 flop Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.  The film starred Peter Frampton and The Bee Gees as a pure-of-heart rock band fighting against the temptations of fame AND the machinations of the mysterious Future Villain Band.  Was it as terrible as its reputation would suggest?  Is it "so bad it's good", or "so bad it's bad?"  Tune in and find out!JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.compatreon.com/fathermaloneHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.com

This next entry in the Concept Album series focuses on Frank Sinatra's Watertown, a brilliant album misunderstood in its day, but now rightfully considered one of his greatest.  HP delves into the folks responsible for the album's creation and production, and offers insight into why it's become such a cherished part of his collection.JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comHeather Drain: https://www.mondoheather.com/SPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2fH01dxkFBJQ5oRyx8zJfC?si=bd535dbe6be54ee2

From the shadowy depths, HP is back to offer a primer on a sub-genre of metal that has been a favorite of his for a long time.  Forget everything you think you know, join HP as he offers a crash course in the power and wonder that is: Death Metal.Along for the ride is the very person that introduced HP to the majesty of death metal, through a chance meeting involving a guitar riff played in college.  And stick around to find out how 80's pop band Mr. Mister, and grunge legends Nirvana, figure into the conversation!JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comHeather Drain: https://www.mondoheather.com/SPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4VA4pfIyZyTSp2RrHSfIIL?si=8ee65a4d115144ee

HP returns with another concept album from his collection.  This time, it's a gloriously weird gem from 1968.  You think you know the real story of The Wizard Of Oz?  Think again.This episode also features a guest chat with the very person that introduced HP to this classic!  Join HP as he freaks out (in a good way) to the magic of: The Wozard Of Iz by Mort Garson.JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comHeather Drain: https://www.mondoheather.com/SPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/5nS86knITjRR45uGkRvuNt?si=b28780d1699f4135

There’s a special place in HP's collection, and his heart, for those singular, unique albums that are in a class all their own, the much maligned, often misunderstood concept album.  Allow HP to share with you one of his favorite concept albums, discussing its origin and production, and delve into why it’s held such a hold on him for so long. Join HP as he dives into the singular experience that is: Slave To The Rhythm by Grace Jones.JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comHeather Drain: https://www.mondoheather.com/SPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/41WOUEcd1woCbGo1NehHUI?si=78eebdba23564af7

Yacht Rock.  What do those 2 words really represent?  For some, they conjure visions of moms & dads, wearing cheap captain’s hats and Hawaiian shirts, drunk and swaying to a live cover of Cool Change,.  For others, it might mean listening to “dad rock” while being carpooled to a soccer game.  For HP, and for many others, it means something more.  But how deeply can we analyze a blatantly arbitrary genre label?  Arbitrary even by the very minds that originally coined the term. Join HP on this special mini-episode of Noise Junkies, as he delves into the mystery, the majesty, of Yacht Rock.JUNKIESFather Malone: FatherMalone.comHP: hpmusicplace.bandcamp.comHeather Drain: https://www.mondoheather.com/SPOTIFY PLAYLISThttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4EWhTFrIo3FoNXexLNkDTE?si=db858d4f191b4085