#Paisley Underground

[theunderestimator-2]

Seeing a photo of Susanna Hoffs & Molly Ringwald behind the mic at LA radio station KROQ, as captured back in 1985 by Dianne Carter, makes me wonder about the playlist of that particular show.

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Tracklist:

Manic Monday • In A Different Light • Walking Down Your Street • Walk Like An Egyptian* • Standing In The Hallway • Return Post • If She Knew What She Wants • Let It Go • September Gurls • Angels Don't Fall In Love • Following • Not Like You

*This song was used as the end credits music for the anime adaptation of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders.

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[saisons-en-enfer]

Baby I wish I was dead

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PAISLEY UNDERGROUND !

Artists: Mazzy Star, The Three O'Clock, The Bangles, The Dream Syndicate, The Rain Parade

Most popular Era: Mid 80s - early 90s

Basic definition: Paisley underground was a movement that formed in Los Angeles. It involves an interesting mix of jangle pop, psychedelia and alternative rock. This eclectic genre gained mainstream popularity when songs like "Walk Like an Egyptian" topped the charts, becoming global hits. The Paisley Underground sound is defined by its jangly guitars, lush vocal harmonies, and introspective, thoughtful lyrics.

Song examples:

RIOT GRRRL !

Artists: Bikini Kill, Bratmobile, Sleater-Kinney, Emily's Sassy Lime, Lunachicks

Most popular Era: 90s

Basic definition: Riot grrrl was an underground feminist punk movement originating in the 90s, predominantly in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. Known for its raw, unapologetic attitude, riot grrrl music is characterized by its confrontational lyrics addressing issues such as gender inequality, patriarchy, and sexual assault.  The genre often features fast-paced, guitar-driven music with shouted vocals and a DIY ethos. It came from women wanting to express the same rage and emotions that were considered socially acceptable for men but not so much for women. Riot grrrl is much more than just a genre— it's an entire movement.

Song examples:

[chasgow]

There's always room for Jello...

[nothing-but-music-videos]

Mazzy Star

"Fade Into You"

Music video, 1993

[savage-kult-of-gorthaur]

THAT WESTONE THUNDER BASS GUITAR IS BIGGER THAN SHE IS.

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on "the uncommonly obscure" COMMONERS, a reported sixties rock revival band (file under "mod revival" & "power pop" as well), playing somewhere in L.A., c. 1983. 📸: unknown.

Source: www.picuki.com/media/3139706065952049435.

[vyva-melinkolya]

when those cellos come in, rapture

[naipan]

Perfect Show - Chris Cacavas

[therecordchanger62279]

ALL ABOUT THE PAISLEY UNDERGROUND

This Sound Opinions podcast from 2019 is a good source for learning about my favorite musical movement of the past 40 years, The Paisley Underground. You'll hear some of the history as well as samples of the music, too. It runs about the first 36 minutes, and is well worth a listen - whether you remember the movement, or you've never heard of it before.

[theunderestimator-2]

40 years ago, back when girls ruled: the late Paula Pierce, founder & fearless leader of garage punk rockers The Pandoras, performing at Irving Plaza, NYC, in October 1984.

That particular year was a weird one for the all-girl band since for a short period of time there were two versions of the Pandoras playing under the same name: a new band led by Pierce and another short-lived version featuring all the previous band members, who had released the band's debut EP the previous year but had departed by 1984, just as the "It's About Time" LP was being released. The brand new Pandoras hit the road for a tour that included a handful of dates with the Fuzztones, to promote the debute album.

Paula Pierce sadly passed away at the age of 31 in 1991 but she will always be remembered for her special songwriting talent, blurring the line between tribute and theft, and her presence, since she definitely owned the stage and dominated audiences with her charisma.

Nothing else but live action footage from that October 1984 gig at Irving Plaza, as soundtrack for this the post: "Want Need Love" & "I Want Him".

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Tracklist:

Untitled • Cortex The Killer • Untitled • Good, There Are No Lions In The Street • Untitled • Deee-Pression • Untitled • Way Too Helpful • Untitled • Mozart Sonatas • Untitled • Businessmen Are Okay • Untitled • Crypto-Sicko • Untitled • Why We Don't Live In Mauritania • Untitled • Sister Sleep

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[twinkandwink]

King of the Paisley Underground Scene in LA and an influence to many bands  I finally got to see The Rain Parade live. I can now tick this off my to do list. 

We were treated to a super long setlist, although the last song got cut to make way for club night!

Pics & vids Tracks - 1 Hour 1/2 Ago (see previous post for full vid of I Look Around)

The Rain Parade -  Strangebrew Bristol 14th June 2024

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3/23/23.

The Dream Syndicate have been a growing favorite over the past decades. My friend Rick was always pushing them, and while I never resisted, I never really embraced the band. However, I can state unequivocally that "That's What You Always Say" was an immediate favorite. "Halloween" soon followed. Then my friend Eric played "The Days of Wine and Roses" at one of our many listening parties.

Then I bought "The Complete Live at Raji's" and got the chance to see the band live. Wow.

I'm probably not telling anyone anything they don't already know. But this reissue of The Day of Wine and Roses by UK-based Fire Records is special. The extras are just incredible. People often list other "Paisley Underground" bands like The Three O'Clock, The Bangles, Green on Red and Rain Parade when discussing The Dream Syndicate. And while I have no doubt those bands were part of a scene, they don't necessarily sound like one another.

To me, The Dream Syndicate recalls the work of True West, The Wipers and Television. Steve Wynn started bands here in Davis, California (with Kendra Smith and later Scott Miller), but he formed The Dream Syndicate in Los Angeles.