GARAGE
VA - Aliens, Psychos & Wild Things Vol. 01-04 [2000-2007] (4 x CDs)
Step into a time machine with the “VA - Aliens, Psychos & Wild Things Vol. 1-4” compilation series! This collection is your ticket to the pulsating heart of the Virginia Garage scene of the mid-1960s, a time of raw power, sheer energy, and groundbreaking experimentation. Experience the thrill of garage rock in its purest form, with tracks that are a stark contrast to the polished pop hits of the day. Feel the youthful exuberance that permeates each song, with their raw energy and unrefined sound. This is music that’s loud, fast, and unapologetically rebellious, a true reflection of the restless spirit of the youth of the time. Explore the diversity of rock with this series, which spans across various sub-genres, including Garage Rock, Beat, Psychedelic Rock, and Acid Rock. Each track is a unique exploration of sound, showcasing innovative use of instruments and unconventional song structures.
The charm of these tracks lies in their production quality. The lo-fi sound, a byproduct of the era’s rudimentary recording technology, lends the music an authentic, retro ambiance. The recording imperfections enhance the raw, unfiltered sound that is a hallmark of garage rock. But this series is more than just an assemblage of songs; it’s a freeze-frame of a historical moment. It encapsulates the zeitgeist of a generation, their aspirations, dreams, and rebellious spirit. It offers a glimpse into a lively and dynamic music scene, underscoring the power of music as a medium of expression.
“VA - Aliens, Psychos & Wild Things Vol. 1-4” is a musical time capsule, safeguarding the sounds and sentiments of a past era. It celebrates the raw, unfiltered spirit of garage rock, paying homage to the musicians who dared to defy norms and challenge the status quo. It’s an essential listen for any rock music aficionado, providing a unique insight into the genre’s origins. Don’t miss out on this unique musical journey. (B)
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Apologies to all, Volume Two which had repeated tracks and was all mixed up.
Links above are now fixed.
For those who already download previously here is a link to Volume 2.
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Track lists
Vol. 01
01 Satellites - When Will You Stay 2:01
02 Satellites - The Next Boy 2:21
03 Wild Cherries - I Cried Once 1:45
04 Wild Cherries - Baby, Baby 2:28
05 Heart Attacks - Babba Diddy Baby 2:21
06 Swinging Machine - Do You Have To Ask 2:04
07 Swinging Machine - Comin’ On Back Home 2:15
08 Lenis Guess - Working For My Baby 2:41
09 Wild Thing - Weird Hot Nights 2:37
10 Swinging Machine - Do You Have To Ask 2:43
11 Proverbial Knee Hi’s - Crying For Her 2:43
12 Proverbial Knee Hi’s - Watch Out 2:26
13 Rude Awakening - A Certain Girl 3:24
14 Denis And The Times - Flight Patterns 3:10
15 Reactors - 1-a 2:37
16 Banana - There She Goes Again 2:36
17 Banana - She’s Gone 2:06
18 Dean Kohler - Gooseberry Pie 3:00
19 Beachnuts - What Makes You Think 3:15
20 Psychos - Black River 2:51
21 Aliens - Love Someone 3:04
22 Journey Back - Runaway Baby 2:46
23 Journey Back - Synthetic People 2:45
24 New Directions - Springtime Lady 2:44
25 Steve Peele Five - Frankie’s Got It! 3:01
26 New Directions - Springtime Lady (Alternate Version) 3:09
Vol. 02
01 Panics - No More 1:59
02 Live Wires - Scrambled Eggs 1:59
03 Roaches - Someone With A Heart 2:33
04 Miller Brothers - Jump Jack Jump 2:33
05 Smacks - Reckless Ways 1:50
06 Smacks - Nobody Else Is Gonna Do 1:50
07 Smacks - There’ll Come A Time 2:30
08 Flys - The Way Things Are 2:30
09 Nite Beats - You’re A Better Man Than I 3:04
10 Hazzards - Hey Joe 3:04
11 Barracudas - I Can’t Believe 2:53
12 Escorts - My Only Love 2:53
13 Phantoms - I Want To See Her Cry 2:32
14 Minutemen - Why Do I Cry? 2:32
15 Uprisers - Let Me Take You Down 2:27
16 Uprisers - Nine To Five 2:27
17 Changing Tymes - Go Your Way 3:02
18 Changing Tymes - Keeper Of Souls 3:02
19 Kool Kuzzins - Love Can Be True 3:07
20 Sound On Sound - Girl You’ve Got To Turn Me On 3:07
21 Shades Ltd. - Fragile Fruit 3:12
22 Creations - Better Watch Out 3:12
23 Creations - I’m Mad 2:27
24 Creations - Soul And Feeling 2:27
25 Creations - To Who It May Concern 3:05
Vol. 03
01 Shades Ltd. - Frog Hunt On Mars 3:34
02 Del-fi’s - Now It’s Time 2:39
03 Perpetuated Spirits Of Turpentine - I’m A Lucky Guy 2:39
04 Perpetuated Spirits Of Turpentine - I’m A Double Naught Spy 2:43
05 Rejects - Just A Little Bit Of You 2:31
06 Wanted & Co. - Why 3:08
07 IV Pak - Whatzit? 2:42
08 Lost Souls - Minds Expressway 3:11
09 Lost Souls - For You 2:44
10 Changing Tymes - The Only Girl I Love 2:12
11 Banana - I’m A Man 3:52
12 Clover - Way She Smiles 2:52
13 Barracudas - Days Of A Quiet Sun 3:00
14 Bosom Blues - Hippie Queen 4:14
15 Morning Disaster - Song Of Innocence 2:47
16 Morning Disaster - Black Leather Books 3:03
17 Morning Disaster - Urban 44 1:58
18 Velvet Haze - Last Day On Earth 2:23
19 Shirley Hughey - Pink And Green 3:03
20 Plague - Cherry Road 4:22
21 Wilson Castle - Party 5:17
22 Wilson Castle - The Greatest Moment 4:41
23 Barracudas - Instrumental (Days Of A Quiet Sun) 3:22
Vol. 04
01 Prince Albert - The Wind Blows Your Hair 3:09
02 Psychedelic Psymphony - Don't Be Afraid 3:24
03 Perpetuated Spirits Of Turpentine - The Girl With The Sandy Blonde Hair 3:09
04 Captain Darby & The Buccaneers - Look Out 2:13
05 Swinging Machine - Brother Look Out 2:32
06 Outcasts - Spell 2:30
07 Clover - Remember 1:47
08 Groop Therapy - Ronnie, Ronnie 2:22
09 Groop Therapy - I've Got To Leave This World 2:09
10 Sunn Cycle - Acid Raga, Part 2 [Instrumental] 2:03
11 Group Nine - Nights For Laughing 3:07
12 Group Nine - Days Of A Quiet Sun 2:39
13 House Of David - Long Way Back Home 3:50
14 Black Narcosis - The Land Of Stone 2:59
15 Spontaneous Corruption - The Looking Glass Of Time 3:15
16 Thomas Edisun's Electric Light Bulb Band - Common Attitude 2:52
17 Glennis Annette & The Confederates - You Better Find Your Way 2:52
18 Result's Of Adult's - Under Ground Purple 3:37
19 Sound Expedition - Ultimate Power 4:40
20 Sound Apparatus - One (Dream On) 5:10
21 Psychotrons - Death Is A Dream 3:26
22 Don't Tread On Me - Land Of Extremes 3:06
23 Windfall - Workers 2:59
24 Psychedelic Psymphony - Mad Mod Speed Ball (Instrumental) 1:54
25 Unknown Artist - Conformity To Society 3:32
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Half the fun of these are the groups names - thanks BB
ReplyDeleteHi Dr Robert.
DeleteThe whole garage genre has the best names, some are hilarious.
Cheers.