This week we’re discussing every album by Death, the proto-punk band from Detroit, Michigan. Such an incredible band with one of the most fascinating and tragic backstories. Death was formed in the early 70s by brothers David, Bobby, and Dannis Hackney. The group somehow accidentally invented punk, but was lost to obscurity because no record label would touch the name Death. Fast forward 35 years and their recordings were discovered and reissued, along with the documentary A Band Called Death. Awesome band, and awesome story.
Read MoreEpisode 51: Suicide
This week we talk about the immensely influential electronic duo, Suicide. Comprised of Martin Rev and Alan Vega, Suicide helped pioneer electronic, industrial, noise, and experimental music, as well as helping to coin the term “punk” in music. These guys influenced pretty much every band ever since the early 80s. Musically, they are absolutely not for everyone (especially considering crowds responded with violence at many of their early shows). However, their importance is as relevant as ever. Crazy band with a rich and inspiring history.
Closing track: “Mr. Ray” from Suicide: Alan Vega and Martin Rev (1980)
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Mike’s Picks:
Suicide: Alan Vega and Martin Rev (1980) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
A Way of Life (1988) — Worst Album
Alex’s Picks:
Suicide: Alan Vega and Martin Rev (1980) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Why Be Blue? (1992) — Worst Album
Albums we discussed this episode…
Suicide (1977)
Suicide: Alan Vega and Martin Rev (1980) [Listed as The Second Album on streaming]
A Way of Life (1988)
Why Be Blue? (1992)
American Supreme (2002)
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