Napalm Nanny and The Shack

Rudy II

Once again with a two tone beat, here's this weeks playlist dedicated to one of the greats who set the foundation for ska, Prince Buster...so skank your way over...go on...git

-The Four Aces. Just One Little Girl

-Eddie Perkins. My Darling

-Stranger and Gladdy. Chances

-Prince Buster. Al Capone

-Millie Small. Oh, Henry

-Andy and Joey. You're Wondering Now

-Jackie Opel. You're too Bad

-Patsy Millicent Todd. You Took my Love

Background: Los Caballeros Orchestra. Keino Ska

Songs The Cramps Taught Us IV

It's no secret that The Cramps took inspiration from B-rated horror films and dusty records. So here's a short playlist of artists that they covered along with the rise and fall and rise again of B-rated movies.

-The Sonics. Strychinine

-J.J. Jackson and The Jackals. Oh-Ma-Liddi

-3 Aces and A Joker. Booze Party 

-The Fanatics. I will not be Lonely

-Dell Raney and the Umbrellas. Can Your Hose do the Dog

-Jerry Warren. Rompin'

-Sheriff and The Ravels. Shombalor 

-Blues Rockers. Calling all Cows

Background: Los Belkings. Gigante de Vidrio 

 

You've Got Soul II

Share some sweet trivia that you picked up from The Shack on The King AND Queen of Rock n Roll, Little Richard along with some unknown facts on James Brown. While you're here, might as well boogie your way through the playlist. 

-Little Richard. She's Got It

-James Brown. I'll go Crazy

-The Beatles. Please Mr. Postman

-Ray Charles. Mess Around

-The Coasters. Along Came Jones

-Fats Domino. Ain't That a Shame

-The Animals. Talkin' Bout You

-The Hollywood Argyles. Alley Oop

Background: Booker T and The MGs. Green Onions

Ranfla Cruise

Rooted in the legendary East Los Angeles, low riders and good cruising oldies is a must. The outcast scene is a result of years of institutionalized racism, which, one particular practice of racism, actually inspired the final solution in Nazi Germany. Tune in and find out how. 

-Thee Midnighters. Are You Angry

-Big Jay McNeeley. There is Something on Your Mind

-The Sunglows. It's Okay

-Rosie and Ron. Bring me Happiness

-M&M's. Open Your Eyes

-Breton Wood. I Like the Way You Love Me

-Don and Juan. What's Your Name

-Dale and Grace. I'm Leaving it up to You

Rhythm and Booze

Organized crime and atrocious acts of violence at the hands of mobsters was one thing, but another is how the KKK flourished and performed state sanctioned violence against minorities while under the guise of prohibition. Not enough for ya?! why I oughta...well, here's some tunes to listen to while you sip on your poison.

-Jim Burgett. Scene of the Crime

-Danny Owens. You're a Little Too Late

-Ervin Rucker. Baby You Were Meant for Me

-Bobby Adams. What a Mess

-Gil Bernal. The Dogs

-Ruby and The Wonders. Don't Cha do It

-Trini Lopez. Sinner not a Saint

-Lavern Baker. Love me Right

Background: The Mar-Keys. Last night

Bolero

Catch me outside of your window trying to serenade you with this weeks playlist, but because I'm a generous lover, I'm also giving you some history on the pop diva Eydie Gorme and the world famous group, Los Panchos. Tune in and fall in love with me. 

-Eydie Gorme. Piel Canela

-Los Panchos. Quizás, Quizás, Quizás

-Trio Calaveras. Flor de Azelea

-Hermanos Martinez Gil. Cuando Ya No Me Quiras

-Los Tres Reyes. Poquita Fe

-Los Dandys. Cerca del Mar

-Los Tres Ases. Mi Ultimo Fracaso

-Los Tres Caballeros. Noche no te Vayas

-Los Jaibos. Loca Pasion 

South of the Border IV

Damas y Caballeros, enjoy a sweet playlist originating from the south of the border along with some fascinating facts on the rebel at heart, Agustin Lara

-Las Chics. Naci Demasiado Tarde 

-Los Seis Diplomáticos. Dia de Campo

-Los Angeles Azules. Bailando Monkey

-Las Hermanas Jimenez. San Antonio Twist

-Johnny Laboriel. Bigote Sam

-Los Zodiac. Besame Mucho

-Manolo Munoz. Speedy Gonzalez

-Los Doltons. Gloria 

Yuletide

Happy Holidays from The Shack and from all the creatures that reside within. Here's a holiday treat for ya, an all ladies playlist paired with LGBTQ+ and female contributions to music! Tune in to hear a bit on Ma Rainey and Chavela Vargas!

-The Blue Orchards. Oo-Chang-A-Lang

-The Sanshers. Gonna Git That Man

-The Chimes of Freedom. Jungle Rock

-The Sham-ettes. Big Bad Wolf

-Mandy and The Girlfriends. Money

-The Other Two. Grumbling Guitar

-Francoise Hardy. Oh Oh Cherie

-Litttle Gail Harris and The Wailers. I Idolize You

Background: Link Wray. Fatback 

XXX-Mas

Punks enjoy the holiday spirit too....it's just a little more crusty, is all. This weeks pre-holiday special gifts you with a pure punk playlist paired with a pinch of punk trivia. Tune in and find out more. 

-The Ramones. Pinhead

-Iggy and The Stooges. Shake Appeal

-13th Floor Elevators. You're Gonna Miss Me

-Johnny Thunders and The Heartbreakers. Too Much Junkie Business

-X-Ray Spex. I am a Cliche

-Dead Boys. Hey Little Girl

-Buzzcocks. Orgasm Addict

-Sex Pistols. New York 

Background: Link Wray. The Swag

Instru-Mental IV

Nothing, and I mean nothing, goes together like music and film. Filmmakers manipulate music to easily pull at the heartstrings of the audience....or to induce some pretty intense anxiety. Either way, music is a great tool to connect to such a large audience. Tune in to find out some history on music soundtracks and film scores along with a sick instrumental playlist. 

-Jim Boss and The Sundowners. G-Stringer

-Safaris. Lonely Surf Guitar

-Bobby Fuller. Stringer

-The Montclairs. The Hunch

-Eddie and The Showmen. Toes on the Nose

-The Ready Men. Surfer Blues

-The Blazers. Old Scars

-The Challengers. Deadline

Background: Esquires. High Tide