Against The 90's Episode 3: "Lost" Albums from the 90s // Albums That Deserved More Love

Welcome to the third episode of the newest podcast from The Dark Stuff, Against The 90's. This is a show about 90s music from people who lived the decade—bought the records, watched the videos, went to the shows, and fell hard for the music. Each episode reexamines the music of the 90s by spotlighting the artists, albums, and movements that actually mattered—across alternative, rock, indie, and beyond.

For the new episode, Marq and Dave are discussing some "lost" albums of the 90s. Our definition of a lost album is one from an artist who never got their due. Never got the attention they deserved, nor the accolades for such fine work. There are million of these kinds of albums, we have each chosen three.

We discuss: The Fatima Mansions, Brenda Kahn, MC 900 Ft. Jesus, Pulsars, The Mommyheads, Overwhelming Colorfast

The Mommyheads: Interview with Adam Elk // One Eyed Band // Indie/Prog (VIDEO)

This week, Adam Elk from The Mommyheads returns to The Dark Stuff to talk about his band's newest album, 'One Eyed Band.'

The Mommyheads are a New York band whose sound straddles the line between XTC-style pop and prog rock. I have been a fan of the band since the mid 90s when I first heard the EP, 'Flying Suit.' In my previous interview with Adam, we discussed the band's history: forming in NYC in the late 80s, moving to San Francisco, signing to Geffen Records, breaking up, and ultimately getting back together. I recommend you check out that video for some history (and please excuse my pandemic beard).

The Mommyheads have just released their 16th album, 'One Eyed Band.' It's another in a long line of fantastic albums; and Adam explains some of the themes and ideas behind the new record.

The best place to find the band's music is bandcamp: https://mommyheads.bandcamp.com/

Or their website: https://www.mommyheads.com/

Talking Heads Meet Mommyheads

Chris and Tina of Talking Heads introducing The Mommyheads (photos courtesy of Adam Elk)

If you haven't done so already, make sure check out my interview with Adam Elk of The Mommyheads:

MUST HEAR New Music for October 2023 // New Releases // (VIDEO)

This week's video features reviews of four brand new albums. I cover the new releases from veteran NY indie rockers, The Mommyheads, Nashville singer/songwriter Esme Patterson, Parquet Courts' singer A. Savage, and Omaha hard rockers, Bad Bad Men. 

Dark Stuff Update October '23: NEW Music // Concert Reviews // Music News (VIDEO)

It's been a busy couple of weeks here at the Dark Stuff -- lots of concerts and lots of new music. First off, I caught New Jersey veterans, The Gaslight Anthem. They played in a brand new venue called The Astro (https://theastrotheater.com/) in LaVista, Nebraska. 

Just a few days before that, I caught MSSV (https://mainsteamstopvalve.com/) which is a trio featuring Mike Watt (Minutemen, fIREHOSE, The Stooges), drummer Stephen Hodges (Tom Waits, T Bone Burnett, David Lynch) and guitarist Mike Baggetta. MSSV is another fantastic entry into Mike Watt's lengthy musical resume. Opening the show was the band Bad Bad Men (https://badbadmen.bandcamp.com/).

In my last update, I suggested that I might go to see Weakened Friends (https://www.weakenedfriends.com/), a new indie rock trio from Portland, Maine. Turns out that I did go see them, and loved them! Opening the show was a cool local band that I was unfamiliar with called Ojai (https://ojai.bandcamp.com/). 

I briefly talk about some new releases that I've been digging, most notable is the new album from The Mommyheads called 'Coney Island Kid.' Long time viewers of the channel know that I cover every new release from The Mommyheads and have been a fan since the early 90s. If you haven't watched my interview with Mommyheads singer/guitarist Adam Elk, make sure to check it out to learn the band's lengthy history: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofZAbydK4SA&t=0s.

All Mommyheads albums can be purchased through bandcamp: https://mommyheads.bandcamp.com/.

After ALL that, I still find time to update you about some upcoming videos and projects here at The Dark Stuff. 

New Mommyheads Video "Why Aren't You Smiling"

"Why Aren't You Smiling" by The Mommyheads

The Mommyheads have just released the first video/single from their forthcoming 15th LP, Coney Island Kid. The album will be available formally in September, however, the band is selling it digitally - right now - on their bandcamp page: https://mommyheads.bandcamp.com/.

Expect a full review on Youtube shortly.

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