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Radio Show: Power Popaholic takes over at 11L Radio New York International
It’s a total takeover of the airwaves! Power Popaholic has invaded the studios at 11L Radio New York International and locked out DJ Dave “The Boogieman,” so he could play nearly 3 hours uninterrupted. You can download the show from the 11L server and listen or stream it live Sunday night. Here is the full program:
- Power Popaholic new picks (30 min)
- The Beatlesque block (30 min)
- The Brian Wilson Tribute (30 min)
- Back to The Future: power-pop from 2014 (30 min)
- Godley & Creme for 10cc fans (30 min)
- My favorite Fuzzy Warbles from Andy Partridge (30 min)
Stream Live on 11L Radio NY International on 8/1/21, 8:00 pm
Brand New Singles: Sunshine Boys Premiere “Infinity Girl”
Chicago’s Sunshine Boys (featuring Freda Love Smith of Blake Babies, Dag Juhlin of Poi Dog Pondering and Jacqueline Schimmel of Big Hello) is releasing the politically-charged single “Infinity Girl” on Friday, Jan 10 and Power Popaholic has the exclusive premiere! Sunshine Boys’ sophomore album, Work and Love, will be released on Friday, May 1 via Pravda Records and follows 2018’s critically acclaimed Blue Music.
BTW: In case you missed last Sunday’s radio show on 11L Radio NY International – I played a song from each of the albums in my top ten for 2019. Here it is recorded for posterity and your convenience. [player id=24619]
Happy Memorial Day!
Check out this special Power Popaholic audio show from 11L Radio New York International. Then Dave “The Boogieman” presents a live concert from The Hard Rock Cafe: Palmyra Delran, The Jellybricks, and more!
Van Duren “Waiting: The Van Duren Story” Original Soundtrack and more!
Van Duren “Waiting: The Van Duren Story”
Van Duren was part of the 70’s Memphis Power Pop scene, playing with the likes of Chris Bell and Jody Stephens and at one point auditioning as the 2nd guitar player for Big Star just before the band’s demise. While a seminal musician, Van remained an obscure figure, mainly because his 1977 debut Are You Serious? was only reissued in limited quantities and the 1979 follow-up Idiot Optimism was released 20 years too late. But Van has continued making music on small indie labels with a variety of collaborators.
Van’s public renaissance was rekindled by two Australian fans, Wade Jackson and Greg Carey, whose latter-day discovery of Are You Serious? turned into a two-year documentary project about the dogged persistence of his career. The soundtrack stands as a fitting introduction to the artist with some of his best work. The starting track “Grow Yourself Up” has the strong piano melody similar to the style of Todd Rundgren. “Chemical Fire” is another gem with its funky bass and deep chugging guitar that recalled Alex Chilton. The title ballad, “Waiting” and “Positive (Wedding Song)” are soulful themes that ooze emotion. There are live tracks that showcase Van’s intensity on stage and some brilliant tracks from his tenure at 80’s band The Good Question. Overall a solid compilation for an artist long overlooked. Highly Recommended.
Power Popaholic On The Air
Thanks to Dave “The Boogieman,” as he hosts a 4-hour show with music and interviews every 2 weeks on Radio NY International. I am given the opportunity to post my favorite music during special show segments: