Authors: James Bennett
Childish Wisdom: An Interview with Billy Childish
Some people are just inexhaustibly creative. Billy Childish is one of those people. He is maybe the most prolific man in the history of rock music. Starting his career in the late 1970s with the Pop Rivits, Childish went on to play in several English bands, including Thee Headcoats, The Mighty Caesars, Thee Milkshakes and
Review: You’re Gonna Miss Me: A Film About Roky Erickson
You’re Gonna Miss Me: A Film About Roky Erickson Keven McAlester Palm Pictures Street 07.10 At this point, Roky Erickson is almost as famous for his heroin and LSD binges as he is for his mid-60s work with the 13th Floor Elevators. When the Texas-based psychedelic band relocated to the west coast, Erickson didn’t adapt
Review: Billy Childish is Dead: a film by Graham Bendel
Billy Childish is Dead: a film by Graham Bendel Cherry Red Films Street: 2005 This is a full-length documentary film that sets out to offer insight into the life and art of Billy Childish. The film’s director followed Childish around for several months, through art openings, band performances, poetry readings and down time at home. The
Review: Crusin’ Hits of the 60’s
Crusin’ Hits of the 60’s MVD Visual Street 06.07 I guess I’ve always known that minor pop stars from the 60s were active well into the 1980s, but I don’t think that point really hit home until I saw video proof. Recorded live at the Rock n’ Roll Palace in Orlando, Florida, this multi-star concert
The Genius of Billy Childish: with thee Headcoats & thee...
The Genius of Billy Childish: with thee Headcoats & thee Milkshakes Cherry Red Films Street: 2004 This concert video chronicles shows from two separate Billy Childish bands that were recorded nine years apart. The first section is an April ’84 performance by thee Milkshakes at the Nothing But Trash festival in Nottingham, England. The second
Rocket from the Crypt
If you can resist the talent of John Reis then you are a stronger soul than I, and I don’t want to know you. … read more
Henry Owings: The Last Magazine Publisher
It has been a hell of a couple of years for independent media. … read more
Bettie Page Tribute
Where the old adage that gentlemen prefer blonds is by no means a universal truth, but you wouldn’t know it from looking at vintage Hollywood. For every raven-haired actress that resembled Elizabeth Taylor, there was a Marilyn Monroe, a Veronica Lake and a Faye Dunaway sporting their golden locks for legions of admirers. … read more
The Hold Steady: A Positive Rage
At first listen, The Hold Steady sound suspiciously like a really good bar band. They write the kind of songs that attract those instinctively drawn to stories about drinking and getting loaded with friends. … read more
Food Review: Road Island Diner
Diners have always held a special place in my heart. Greasy food, handmade desserts and dim lighting—the trifecta of honest road-side eating—have long made me a fan of this style of restaurant. As essential as the food is though, the setting can be even more important. A great burger or a fantastic breakfast special can easily be overshadowed by chintzy décor or a poorly trained wait staff. The opposite can also be true. The right surroundings can make even average food seem immortal. It is in the combination of great food and an incredible atmosphere that the Road Island Diner really shines. … read more
Jay Henderson
Jay Henderson knows what it means to pay for studio time. An accomplished musician and member of local roots-rock heroes Band of Annuals, Henderson has spent his share of time both inside and outside the recording booth. “I’ve always been a huge fan of music—writing, recording, producing, the works,” he says. … read more
