2009 collection of wild irreverent Rockabilly, demented Rock 'n' Roll, wanton Blues and the occasional Elvis wannabe. The tracks on this compilation are vintage performances that were discovered by Lux and Ivy of The Cramps and spun on their various radio shows for WFMU or on Lux's Purple Knif Show. Many of the tracks here were also covered by The Cramps in their live sets or acted as inspiration for the band's own self-penned tunes. Including strange guitar led instrumentals, rootsy Rock 'n' Roll and a tip of the hat to Hicksville rationale. 26 tracks.
C**S
Excellent compilation of little known rockabilly
I've been a fan of the Cramps since their inception, but I've never delved into the bands influences - until now. This cd is a great compilation of little known rockabilly gems, and unlike other 'Cramps roots' compilations, this one just kept on giving and kept on rocking! I've listened to this several times now, and I can't see any 'filler'. A recommended purchase!
D**R
rip off
2 tracks the cramps covered and 24 filler that maybe was once featured on a radio show they presented. A waste of cash. I could compile a cd this way too.... 2 songs 1 direction covered & 24 they might have listened too.A better cd might have been less tracks but actually songs the cramps covered.
M**S
Outstandingly Original
This is a fantastic collection of rockers for any cramps or rockabilly fan. Originals of Lux n Ivy's covers sit alongside inspiration for songs like Human Fly and I'm Cramped. Stay sick, turn blue
J**L
Five Stars
excellent
I**K
Look what I found under this rock
The Cramps could stake a claim for being one of the greatest bands of all time. Despite the fact that a fair amount of their output consists of cover versions and compilation albums, they burned so bright and with such ferocity and commiment they were simply unique and unforgettable. Lux's passing last year brought tears to my eyes - there are not many musicians that can be said about.This album explores the roots of the Cramps music, predominately the stranger, darker side of 50's rockabilly. The tracks included are fantastic, crackling with an energy all too often missing from recent music. Some are tracks the Cramps covered, others they pinched the rhythm from, still others gave them seed ideas and essential atmosphere.If you are already a Cramps fan you must check this out. If not and you sense this mysterious world may be for you then get this compilation and all of the Cramps pre 1984 output.. you will be an instant convert. The best starting places: Bad Music for Bad People (the actual Cramps compilation), Psychedelic Jungle, Songs the Lord Taught Us, Smell of Female (live) and Off the Bone. A warning.... one you have dipped your toe in there is no turning back!
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