Napalm Nanny and The Shack

Girls in Garage V

I'm back, friends! This month long hiatus has done your favorite four-eyed host good! I'm excited to unveil so many projects to you in the future. Till then, sit back and listen to an all girls playlist with a bit of burlesque history on the side. Before I forget, find me on instagram, twitter, wordpress, and tiktok! 

-Rita Chao and The Quests. Crying in the Storm

-Naomi and The Boys. It's all Over

-Sakura and The Quests. Stupid Cupid

-The Liverbirds. Diddley Daddy

-Rita Chao and The Surfers. Donna

-The Lady-Bugs. How do You do It

-Lindy Lane. Low Grades and High Fever

-The Cresendos. Silver Thread and Golden Needles

Background: The Quests. Tea Break

Ranfla Cruise III

Cruising beyond the boulevard in California, the lowriding scene has found a home down the streets of Tokyo. The two cultures may not initially seem like they can mix, but you'd be surprised how Chicanos and the Japanese cultures effortlessly meld into one. Tune in while you're cruising with your one and only love...and me...don't forget about this third wheel over the radio. 

-The Eligins. Darling Baby 

-Bobby Moore and The Rhythm Aces. Searching for my Love

-Cookie and The Cupcakes. I've Been so Lonely

-The Valentines. What About Me

-The Marvellettes. Darling Forever

-The Sapphires. I Found Out Too Late

-Mary Wells. You Beat me to the Punch

-Brenton Wood. Where Were You

Background: Santo y Johnny. Ojos Españoles

Napalm & Friends

This weeks episode for Napalm and Friends we have the fortune of having my best friend and fellow co-writer for our future comic, Jessie. He shares his experience on exploring his place in an ableist world and discovering the camaraderie within the metal scene. Cherry on top? He curated this episodes playlist and soundbites. 

-Suicidal Tendencies. Institutionalized

-AC/DC. Who Made Who

-Iron Maiden. Can I Play With Madness

-Ozzy Osbourne. Slow Down

-Megadeth. In my Darkest Hour

-Black Sabbath. Die Young

-System of a Down. Hypnotize

-Mary's Blood. It's Alright  

Rudy III

Terrifying skinhead at the back of that virtual concert intimidating the crowd? Don't blame ya, the unfortunate events surrounding the evolution of skinheads would tarnish their reputation. A hate filled mission hijacked the multicultural and multiracial scene, but fortunately there are still some skinheads who live life with nothing but ska and love in their hearts. Learn a little more while resisting the urge to dance to the ska tunes. 

-The Ambassadors. Your Wife and Mother

-The Three Tops. Feel so Lonesome

-Lyn Carby and The Originals. Love Will be Mine

-Lord Briscoe. Spiritual Mambo

-Dion Cameron and The three Tops. Lord Have Mercy

-Alton Ellis. Baby I Love You

-Justin Hinds. Rub Up Push Up

-Toots and The Maytals. Jamaica Ska

Background: The Fugitives. Living Soul

Instru-Mental V

Politics and music have much more in common than we might realize, both are rooted in conflict and harmony. Then not to mention how politics heavily influences the direction of pop culture. Tune in and see how the two live in harmony and chaos and listen to a few twanging guitars in between. 

-The Tornados. Jungle Fever

-The Pharos. Pintor

-The Rockin' R's. Nameless

-Preston Epps. Bongo Rock

-The Flee-rakkers. Great Jeans

-The Atmospheres. The Fickle

-Dave "Baby" Cortez. Hurricane

-Saxie Russel. El Monkey

Background. The Dakotas. Oyeh

Napalm and Friends: Hoping People Show Up

I did it, I finally did it, folks. I finally came out with the guest segment to The Shack. For the first time, here is William AKA BBQ Bill exploring backyard shows, he also wrote a wonderful piece for the blog on what it was like to experience the metal and punk scene in East Los Angeles. The cherry on top? He has even curated the playlist for the episode. Also, while you're listening, check out his photography. 

-The Vibrators. Automatic Lover

-The Misfits. Hybrid Moment

-Cock Sparrer. Because You're Young

-Exodus. Strike of the Beast

-GBH. Big Woman

-Eskorbuto. Cerebros Destruidos

-Defiance. No Future No Hope

-The Replacements. Unsatisfied 

Chicha

Highly under appreciated and way ahead of their time, Chicha was groundbreaking on so many levels, but particularly in their usage of both old and new instrumental techniques. Learn a little something on a few bands that created that mesmerizing and psychedelic cumbia that still makes our hips wiggle to this day. 

-Grupo Alegria. Conmuevete

-Eusebio y Su Banjo. Mi Morena Rebelde

-Manzanita y Su Conjunto. Arre Caballito

-Los Destellos. La Muerte del Preso Que Se Fugo Por Ir a Bailar

-Juaneco y Su Combo. Me Robaron Runa Mula

-Los Mirlos. Eres Mentirosa

-Los Sanders de NaNa. Mazamorrita

-Manzanita y Su Conjunto. Virgenes del Sol

Background: Aniceto y Sus Fabulosos. Mi Gran Noche

Bouffant Dreams II

The higher the hair the closer to god...or something like that. Empty out your hairspray can and tune in to the powerhouses of lady Motown singers. The cherry on top? Some background on Diana Ross. Tune in, you know you want to.

-The Shirrels. Foolish Love

-Mary Wells. You're Old Standby

-Patti Drew. Tell Him

-Baby Washington. Leave me Alone

-Barbara Lynn. I'm Sorry I Met You

-Doris Troy. Whatcha Gonna do About It

-Irma Thomas. Breakaway

-Dee Dee Warwick. You're no Good

Background: Luv'd Ones. Scratchy

Doo Wop III

Care to cruise in the Shackmobile and listen to some sweet tunes? no? That's fine, I get it, at least tune in to learn about The Chantels and The Cadillacs. 

-Larry Chance and The Earls. Cry Cry Cry

-The Saphires. Who do you Love?

-Pete Wingfield. Eighteen with a Bullet

-Johnny Flamingo. I

-Van McCoy. Mr. D.J.

-The Cadillacs. The Boogie Man

-The Chantels. The Plea

-Don Juan. and The Larks. Low Rider

Background: The Jaguars. Where Lovers Go

Sad Girls Club

Are you lonely tonight? Hope so, The Rona is still upon us, but here's some sweet tunes to keep you company along with a little history on Etta James.

-Fats Domino. I'm Walkin

-The Foundations. Build me up, Buttercup

-Sukiyaki. Kyu Sakamoto

-Chuck Wilson. What am I Living For

-The Miracles. You've Really Got a Hold on Me

-Louis Prima. Just a Gigalo / I Ain't Got Nobody 

Background: Benny Goodman. Sing Sing Sing