Nominated by: GK
Music club: Wander to Wozza's
Playlist addition: Don't Talk
The three amigos are deep into their latest Spotify 'spring in their steps' playlist. Anything in this album would be a great choice. Although the subject matter is serious at times, the delivery is light, bouncy and fun.
I've always associated lead singer Natalie Merchant with Michelle Shocked and the music of 10,000 Maniacs with R.E.M. (1984 - 86 era) and The Smiths. Johnny Marr and Robert Buck, the guitarist in 10,000 Maniacs, have quite a lot in common in their guitar styles. They are both great at creating folk-pop works of art while keeping in the background of their lead singers.
This is the only 10,000 Maniacs album I've heard before. I was drawn in by their great version of Peace Train (which has been left off this Spotify version).
By selecting this album, GK is in effect taking us back 40ish years. When this record came out in 1987, we (me, Jacky and two kids at that stage) were living in Three Kings, Auckland.
Not sure what look Kevy was rocking at the time but here's what we (me and GK) looked like at the time.
Ahar - you're right. Gregarious G-String and Buster Bloodvessel were all grown up, and cool hip young dads!
Thanks for the album, GK. Great to listen to this one again in 2025.
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