LIME SPIDERS - Weirdo Libido 12" Vinyl EP Album

"Lime Spiders' 'Weirdo Libido' 12" Vinyl LP Album, recorded and released in 1987, is a punk rock masterpiece by the Australian band hailing from Sydney. Born in 1979, Lime Spiders' distinctive sound resonates through this EP, capturing the raw energy of punk. With unapologetic intensity, 'Weirdo Libido' stands as a testament to the band's enduring impact on the Australian punk rock scene."

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Lime Spiders' "Weirdo Libido": A Punk Rock Blast from Australia's Past
Album Description:

Released in 1987, Lime Spiders' "Weirdo Libido" 12" Vinyl EP stands as a testament to the vibrant Australian punk rock scene of the era. This five-track offering captured the band's raw energy, rebellious spirit, and unique blend of punk, garage rock, and psychedelic influences.

Historical Context

Emerging in the late 1970s, Lime Spiders were part of a burgeoning punk and post-punk scene in Australia. Alongside contemporaries like The Saints, Radio Birdman, and Celibate Rifles, they helped shape a distinct Australian sound that was both influenced by and distinct from the British and American punk movements.

Musical Exploration

"Weirdo Libido" showcases Lime Spiders' eclectic musical exploration. While rooted in punk rock, the EP ventures into garage rock territory with fuzzed-out guitars and raw vocals. The band's songwriting is characterized by catchy hooks, energetic rhythms, and a touch of psychedelic flair. Tracks like the title track and "My Flash on You" exemplify their ability to blend aggression with melody and create a sound that is both raw and infectious.

Music Genre

The EP falls primarily under the punk rock genre, but its eclectic nature incorporates elements of garage rock and psychedelia. This fusion of styles gives "Weirdo Libido" a unique sound that is both energetic and experimental. The band's raw vocals, fuzzed-out guitars, and catchy hooks are characteristic of punk rock, while their psychedelic tendencies add a layer of depth and complexity to their music.

Producers and Engineers

The EP was recorded at various studios, including EMI Studios 301 and Carmens Miranda in Sydney. The production team consisted of the band themselves, along with engineers like Phil Punch and Tony Cohen, who were known for their work with other Australian bands. Their expertise helped capture the raw energy and garage rock aesthetic of Lime Spiders' music.

Music Genre:

Australian Punk, Acid/Psych Rock 

Album Production Information:

The album: "LIME SPIDERS - Weirdo Libido" was produced by: Cameron Allen*

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Guy Gray

This album was recorded at: Side A recorded at EMI Studios 301 Feb 1986. Vocals recorded at the Wireless Set. Mixed at Albert Studios. Side B Recorded at Carmens Miranda Sydney Sept. 1985.

Album cover design: Cody Anderson

Album cover photography: Cody Anderson

Record Label & Catalognr:

Virgin – VOZ 01212

Media Format:

12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram 

Year & Country:

1987 Australia
Complete Track-listing of the album "LIME SPIDERS - Weirdo Libido"

The detailed tracklist of this record "LIME SPIDERS - Weirdo Libido" is:

    Track-listing Side One:
  1. Weirdo Libido (From The Film "Young Einstein")
  2. Here With My Love
    Track-listing Side Two:
  1. I Was Alone
  2. Mr Soul
  3. Time Of Day
  4. My Flash On You
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