Saturday, November 11, 2017

RECORD REVIEW- THE SOLD & BONES, FULL CIRCLE SUICIDE



The Sold & Bones, sounds like a rather unusual band name, however, it makes perfect sense.
The Sold, is a Los Angeles based Blues influenced, Punk band, fronted by guitarist/vocalist "Easy" Lou Jones. Sold founding members, Jones, and bassist, Charles La Ferrera, have now teamed up with original LA Punk, Billy Bones, on lead vocals, and drummer, Justin McGrath, hence the new name, The Sold & Bones.

The Sold, recognized by many as the first Punk Blues Band, was formed in 2010. Mr. Bones, goes back a bit further, coming out of the Sunset Strip Glitter Rock scene, he joined with drummer, Sten Gun, plus Marc and Bruce Moreland, to form The Skulls, a favorite at the original Masque club, located in a basement, under the West Hollywood Pussycat Theater. Later, the Moreland brothers went on to form Wall of Voodoo, while Bones launched his new band, Martini Ranch, and then later, the Billybones.

For this new album, Full Circle Suicide, Jones penned the well crafted music and lyrics for all ten songs, which are engaging, catchy, bluesy and dance-able. Bones and Jones both contribute lead vocals, and their interplay can be quite complex at times. La Ferrera and McGrath, also contribute background vocals as well, making for an enjoyable mix, on top of the tight musical arrangements.

Standout tracks include: 

Don't Trust Money
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 A catchy tune, with fun vocals from Bones & Jones.
I'm Right, You're Wrong- Of course I'm right about this one!
Point & Shoot- This song captures an essence, similar to that of the LA Punk Band, The Controllers. Upbeat and rockin'!
Full Circle Suicide- The title track, a bluesy number, which features "Easy Lou" playing some  wicked blues/slide guitar.                                     
Bored In LA- This Reporter's personal favorite, for obvious reasons ;)

You can pick up this fine new release at one of their energetic live performances, at better record stores near you, or online, at I-Tunes, and make sure to follow the Sold & Bones on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter.

In the meanwhile, enjoy this exclusive clip of the band playing live, in the studio, enjoy!

















Saturday, October 7, 2017

RADIO OZ-VOLUME 7

https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-volume-7?fb_action_ids=1498638966856306&fb_action_types=soundcloud%3Apublish

Check out my "Podcast, Radio Oz, on my Soundcloud page!
Here's volume seven, which contains an eclectic mix of tunes, and a minimal amount of talking. You can run the Soundcloud app in the background, and listen to it while you're goofing around on your computer.
You'll never know what I'm gonna' play next, and you probably won't hear the same thing twice.
Caution: Some songs may be NSFW.
Enjoy!



Sunday, September 3, 2017


RADIO OZ-VOLUME SIX

https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/volume-six

Check out my "Podcast, Radio Oz, on my Soundcloud page!
Here's volume six, which contains an eclectic mix of tunes, and a minimal amount of talking. You can run the Soundcloud app in the background, and listen to it while you're goofing around on your computer.
You'll never know what I'm gonna' play next, and you probably won't hear the same thing twice.
Caution: Some songs may be NSFW.
Enjoy!


Sunday, July 9, 2017

THE ESTONIANS "HOMO MOMMY"

Here's a vintage LA Punk recording, that has been lost for the past 35 years, and recently dragged out of the vaults. The Estonians, performing "Homo-Mommy", with Ena Kostabi on Lead Guitar, Bob Wright on drums, Jamie Gamble on Bass, Kurt Jensen on Rhythm Guitar, and Yours Truly on Vocals.
Engineered in Hollywood by Geza X.


Tuesday, July 4, 2017

RADIO OZ VOLUME 5
https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-volume-fiv


Check out my "Podcast, Radio Oz, on my Soundcloud page!
Here's volume five, which contains an eclectic mix of tunes, and a minimal amount of talking. You can run the Soundcloud app in the background, and listen to it while you're goofing around on your computer.
You'll never know what I'm gonna' play next, and you probably won't hear the same thing twice.
Caution: Some songs may be NSFW.
Enjoy!

Saturday, June 17, 2017

RADIO OZ VOLUME 4
https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-04

Check out my "Podcast, Radio Oz, on my Soundcloud page!
Here's volume two, which contains an eclectic mix of tunes, and a minimal amount of talking. You can run the Soundcloud app in the background, and listen to it while you're goofing around on your computer.
You'll never know what I'm gonna' play next, and you probably won't hear the same thing twice.
Caution: Some songs may be NSFW.
Enjoy!


https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-04
RADIO OZ VOLUME 3 https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-03


Check out my "Podcast, Radio Oz, on my Soundcloud page!
Here's volume two, which contains an eclectic mix of tunes, and a minimal amount of talking. You can run the Soundcloud app in the background, and listen to it while you're goofing around on your computer.
You'll never know what I'm gonna' play next, and you probably won't hear the same thing twice.
Caution: Some songs may be NSFW.
Enjoy!




https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-03

Saturday, May 13, 2017

Album Review: Chesty Malone, and the Slice 'Em Ups-We're Still Dead



The good people from, Chesty Malone, and the Slice 'Em Ups, were kind enough to send us a copy of their new album, We're Still Dead.

For those of you who enjoy bands like the Mentors, Haunted Garage, and GG Allin, this one's right up your alley! Snarling, witty and somewhat perverse vocals, supported with big, crunchy guitar riffs, and a tight rhythm section hits you "right between the eyes", delivering a hard, slightly metal, Punk Rock Sound. Their live show's are always quite an experience, and not for the faint of heart, but are always a memorable experience, check 'em out, if you dare...

 Chesty Malone and the Slice 'em Ups!

"We're Still Dead!" The much anticipated third release is now available on glorious vinyl from Wrecked Records! 
"Torture Rock" and "Now We're Gonna See What Disaster Really Means" available on CD from Wrecked Records!
All Available for purchase at:

http://www.chestymalone.com
http://www.facebook.com/chestymalone

Chesty Malone and The Slice 'Em Ups, give a Shout Out for PNX News!

Thursday, April 6, 2017

RADIO OZ VOLUME 2 https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-02


Check out my "Podcast, Radio Oz, on my Soundcloud page!
Here's volume two, which contains an eclectic mix of tunes, and a minimal amount of talking. You can run the Soundcloud app in the background, and listen to it while you're goofing around on your computer.
You'll never know what I'm gonna' play next, and you probably won't hear the same thing twice.
Caution: Some songs may be NSFW.
Enjoy!

https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-02

Saturday, April 1, 2017

Johnny Thunders-Fool Killer Guess I'd better make my getaway...

RADIO OZ-EPISODE ONE https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-01

Check out my new "Podcast, Radio Oz, on my Soundcloud page!
Here's the the first episode, which contains an eclectic mix of tunes, and a minimal amount of talking. You can run the Soundcloud app in the background, and listen to it while you're goofing around on your computer.
You'll never know what I'm gonna' play next, and you probably won't hear the same thing twice.
Caution: Some songs may be NSFW.
Enjoy!

https://soundcloud.com/bilbo-billard/radio-oz-01