Love That Album: The Compilation Series - Episode 9 - Groovie Krauts




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Summary: <br> Welcome back to Love That Album: The Compilation Edition.<br> <br> For episode 9, Eric takes a look at two pretty different<br> albums. First of all, he discusses “Deutsche Elektronische Musik: Experimental<br> German Rock and Electronic Music 1972-83” from the excellent Soul Jazz label. He goes into the fascinating history<br> of what became Kraut Rock created by the German generation following World War<br> 2. A mixture of jazz, soundscapes, funk, and electronic sounds, this was<br> something all its own. The compilation features bands like Can and Neu!<br> <br> Next up, Eric discusses “Tribute to the Groovie Ghoulies: When<br> The Kids Go Go Crazy”. They were a punk pop band that were influenced by 60s<br> pop stuff as well as the Ramones. As per their name, their songs included fun<br> tributes to horror films. Bands paying their respects on the tribute album<br> include The Sonic Dolls and Zombina and the Skeletones.<br> <br> Another excellent episode from Eric you should get behind.  <br> <br> You<br> can download the podcast at iTunes by searching for “love that album”. You can<br> also stream or download it at “http://lovethatalbum.blogspot.com”.<br> <br> <br>  <br> <br> Send<br> me any feedback at rrrkitchen@yahoo.com.au (written or mp3 voicemail) or join<br> the Facebook group at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/lovethatalbum">http://www.facebook.com/groups/lovethatalbum</a><br> <br> <br> <br>  <br> <br>