Song of the Day

[Darkstone]

Another nod to our Canadian friends. This track was apparently released all the way back in '86 in Canada. It was then re-released in 1990. That's when I first heard it. 

For some reason all my other mates hated it. I think it was the fact that it was from a non-Metal/Hard Rock band. I've never been a fan of these guys at all and I couldn't name another one of their tracks, but I've always loved this one and still do.

 

 

[Darkstone]

XYZ - Lonely Without You.

 

Heard this original demo again today in my rotation. I've posted it before, so I thought i'd bump my original post. I still can't for the life of me, understand how the original arrangement didn't make it on either one of their first two albums. Fuck, I love this song. 

 

On 12/5/2018 at 2:45 PM, Darkstone said:

I'm very late to the party with this XYZ demos disc. I didn't even know it existed. What an absolute cracker of a track this is.The version on Rainy Days is great, IMO this original version is far superior and more "XYZish".

 

 

 

Edited October 14, 2020 by Darkstone

[Darkstone]

Guns n' Roses - Don't Cry (Alternate Lyrics).

When the "Illusion" albums came out, I could only afford one. "Illusion II" was the better album and "You Could Be Mine" plus "Civil War" sealed the deal. That meant that I was/am far more familiar with and prefer the alternate version of "Don't Cry". 

The lines

"And when you're in need of someone, my heart won't deny you

So many seem so lonely with no one left to cry to, baby"

get me everytime I hear it.

 

 

 

[Darkstone]

Aztec Camera - Somewhere in My Heart.

A Rock/Pop song from 1987 that I've always loved.

Back when every Rock/Pop band included a Saxaphone. 

 

 

 

Edited October 24, 2020 by Darkstone

[Darkstone]

There aren't too many Rock Chicks, if any, hotter than Debbie Harry in her prime.

 

 

Edited October 25, 2020 by Darkstone

[Darkstone]

 

2000 posts and every one a Gem!    

 

 

[Darkstone]

I was late to the party when it came to "Armored Saint". This was the first track I heard, but what a track.

I was also lucky enough to hear it for the first time back in the day whilst watching this awesome video.

The twin guitar solo attack is a killer.

 

 

[Darkstone]

Here's three from "Adam and the Ants". There was nothing bigger than this when I was about ten.

 

 

 

 

[Doggy]

Adam Hill's of Spick & Specks fame, favorite band.

[Darkstone]

4 minutes ago, Doggy said:

Adam Hill's of Spick & Specks fame, favorite band.

I miss that show. The re-runs are good value, but i've seen them a million times.

[Darkstone]

AC/DC - Night Prowler.

 

Happy Halloween....... I guess.

We've definitely embraced it here (commercially, at least), but it's popularity is nothing compared to the US of course. 

You don't hear this one very often, but this would come close to being my favourite AC/DC track. It's certainly up there.

The last track on Bon Scott's last album.

Three members on the cover are still current and the only reason the other two aren't is because they're dead!

 

 

Edited October 31, 2020 by Darkstone

[Darkstone]

Another cool "mash up".

 

 

[Darkstone]

Vinnie Vincent Invasion - That Time of Year.

This one popped up in my rotation today. Any time you hear this track, it's automatically "Song of the Day".

As close to perfection as it gets.

 

 

 

[Darkstone]

Velocity - More Than Tonight.

Another album that I could've thrown a dart at to pick song of the day.

 

[Darkstone]

Machinations - No Say In It.

A classic Aussie track from 1985. This one always takes me back there.

I'd be interested to know if our overseas friends have heard it.

 

 

[Darkstone]

Here's three from "The Fabulous Thunderbirds". Probably not everyone's cup of tea, but I love these guys.

The guitarist is Jimmie Vaughan, Stevie Ray's brother. I love the solo on "Wrap It Up". Ridiculously short and simple, but perfect.

Any fans of "Married With Children" (possibly my favourite TV show of all time) should recognize the second track.

 

 

 

 

[Darkstone]

On 10/31/2020 at 4:23 PM, Darkstone said:

AC/DC - Night Prowler.

 

Happy Halloween....... I guess.

We've definitely embraced it here (commercially, at least), but it's popularity is nothing compared to the US of course. 

You don't hear this one very often, but this would come close to being my favourite AC/DC track. It's certainly up there.

The last track on Bon Scott's last album.

Three members on the cover are still current and the only reason the other two aren't is because they're dead!

 

 

An AC/DC "Mork & Mindy" Tribute on the "Highway to Hell" album??

I've been waiting to see if anyone noticed the massive "Morky & Mindy" reference at the very end.

It's very strange, but Bon says "Shazbot" and "Nanu Nanu" very clearly.

Seriously. 

Edited November 8, 2020 by Darkstone

[Darkstone]

Here's two from the "Roxy Blue" debut. I love this album and it really hit the spot for me when it was released in '92.

Little did I know that the end was near for "our music".

 

 

 

[Darkstone]

Here's a couple from "The Romantics".

"What I Like About You" is great and their biggest hit, but i've always loved and prefered "Talking In Your Sleep". Killer track.

 

 

 

[Darkstone]

Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons - Into the Dark.

One from their debut. Good stuff.

 

 

[Darkstone]

Little River Band - The Night Owls.

Another classic Aussie track, this time from 1981.

 

 

[Darkstone]

Flame  - Don't Look Down.

I remember picking this album up in a bargain bin not long after it was released. I new nothing of the band and the cover art was a bit dodgy, but it was only $2, so I thought why not? I couldn't believe how good the album was and when I got to this track I was in heaven. 

 

 

[Aordave89]

5 hours ago, Darkstone said:

Flame  - Don't Look Down.

I remember picking this album up in a bargain bin not long after it was released. I new nothing of the band and the cover art was a bit dodgy, but it was only $2, so I thought why not? I couldn't believe how good the album was and when I got to this track I was in heaven. 

 

 

Not heard these guys before - Will definitely be checking them out. Cheers! 

[lettard]

Yeah great album  

Aordave89 if you're checkin em out their album is self titled and their debut release called "Blaze" was re-released by Zrecords a few years ago..both very good discs.

The above track appears on both releases..original and reworked versions.

Edited November 23, 2020 by lettard

[Aordave89]

53 minutes ago, lettard said:

Yeah great album  

Aordave89 if you're checkin em out their album is self titled and their debut release called "Blaze" was re-released by Zrecords a few years ago..both very good discs.

The above track appears on both releases..original and reworked versions.

Much appreciated mate I will check them out, definitely interested in the ZRecords release.