The music of Sam the Sham always has been for those with a sense of humor. His recordings still touch my "funny bone". Too many modern recordings lack humor. Yes, the world has serious problems but, laughter is most necessary when it seems the least appropriate. Sam the Sham combined great musicianship with interesting, off-the-wall lyrics. All of the recordings on this album are real and worth the investment.
it's no secret that starting a band is a pretty good idea. i recommend a family band if you have a family around but maybe you don't, so all right, why not round up a few people in your neighborhood. if you play instruments that's great but if not, you can just sing. it's still a band. the crucial ingredient is spirit and a willingness to try something new with other people. the only other thing you'll… more »
For the last 18 years, Goner Records -- both the store and the label -- has been ground zero for all that is great, garagey and hooky-as-hell. So it's no surprise that their station is going to be full of gritty goodness, both from their own label vaults and the artists that inspired them. So dive into the world of Goner, and read more about them in our label profile. more »
