Turned Out A Punk
Episode 298 - Sam McPheeters (Author, Born Against, Wrangler Brutes)
Dec 3, 2020
Author and punk musician Sam McPheeters joins Damian on the show to discuss his new book 'Mutations' and delve into topics like Born Against's record buying habits, the Albany New Wave vocal style, Power Violence, Clevo, and more. They also touch on watching Fear play SNL, Laurie Anderson's violin, and the influence of Capitol the band.
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Quick takeaways
- The Albany hardcore scene in the late 80s/early 90s fostered a sense of community and inspired local bands.
- Sam McFeeters expanded his musical horizon and learned how to behave at shows through his friends in Life's Blood.
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The diverse nature of the Albany hardcore scene
During the late 80s/early 90s, the Albany hardcore scene featured bands like Fit For Abuse, Capital, and Wolfpack. The scene had a diverse range of bands, including both second and third wave hardcore bands. The scene was relatively small and not known for being an artistic hub, but it still fostered a sense of community and inspired local bands.
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