Music Is None Of Our Business Episode Thirteen - Not Superstitious
Oct 17, 2025
Dive into a celebration of powerful female-fronted bands! Enjoy lively discussions on chaotic noise from Big Stick and Yanna Trance. Dave shares his love for The Shangri-Las' dramatic hits, while Jake explores the intensity of Jill Dredd and Brooks and Maria. Discover Blondie's genre-defining pop-rock influences and Koti Tahova's fierce punk anthems. Don't miss insights on Marine Girls' lo-fi beauty and the haunting sounds of Portishead. With laughter and guffaws, the hosts reflect on the richness of this music scene!
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Episode 13 Opener And Theme
- Dave and Jake open episode 13 joking about superstition and the hosts' surprise at reaching 13 episodes.
- They set the theme: bands fronted by female singers and discuss possible overlaps in their lists.
Finding Big Stick Through John Peel
- Jake recounts discovering Big Stick via John Peel and praises Yana Trance's abrasive vocals and drag-racing obsession.
- He describes the band's chaotic noise, notable releases, and visceral appeal of drag racing as context for the music.
Why The Shangri-Las Still Matter
- Dave explains his chronological picks and introduces the Shangri-Las, praising Mary Weiss's voice and 'Leader of the Pack.'
- He mentions the group's brief active years and Mary Weiss's later solo album, Dangerous Game.
