Happy Birthday my Love! I still miss you and the today posts are all dedicated to you.
Just like last year on this day, it is tradition to honor a band that has made punk rock history and their sound was always around us and the Wipers are my absolute favorite band from the States. I recommend to buy any other album without hesitation. Land Of The Lost (review) shows a new phase of the band. The songs are still strong but I miss a bit of the rough & snotty sound of the early recordings. Without doubt, the fourth album is another highlight with some energy and should be in every record collection. I guess that see some so. Also recommended Sage's two solo albums Straight Ahead and Sacrifice For Love. He played all acoustic, electric and bass guitar parts, only accompanied by a drummer. A great musician. Enjoy.
Now I have to do things I have to do today & I come back with some jewels. Watch out!
Wipers are awesome! Do you have any more punk by other Northwest American bands, especially around Seattle?
ReplyDeleteLet me see, I think I have a few.
ReplyDeleteDo you look for something special?
Not in particular, but I live in Seattle & I don't know much about 70's & 80's punk here. Wipers are famous, though. Ever listen to Helen Keller? Their "Surfin' With Steve And E.D. Amin' 7'' is genius.
DeleteYeah, I know this tune, it's a fucking standout.
DeleteIt's the only one I have..... to be honest, I'm not an expert of seattle punk or northwest section so I can't really help. But I recommend The Lewd or Bikini Kill, both damn good.