HOODOO GURUS - STONEAGE ROMEOS - 12" LP VINYL Album

"Hoodoo Gurus" (referred to as the Gurus by fans) are an Australian rock band, formed in Sydney in 1981, by the mainstay Dave Faulkner (songwriter, lead singer and guitarist) and later joined by Richard Grossman (bass), Mark Kingsmill (drums), and Brad Shepherd (guitar, vocals, harmonica). Their popularity peaked in the mid to late 1980s with albums Mars Needs Guitars!, Blow Your Cool! and Magnum Cum Louder.

Hoodoo Gurus had a string of acclaimed pop-rock singles including "Leilani" (1982), "Tojo" (1983), "My Girl" (1983), "I Want You Back" (1984), "Bittersweet", "Like Wow - Wipeout!", and "What's My Scene?". After touring the United States from 1984 onwards they gained popularity on the U.S. college rock circuit with singles "Come Anytime" (1989) reaching #1 and "Miss Freelove '69" (1991) reaching #3 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. Gurus' biggest Australian hit single was their 1987 Top 3 hit song "What's My Scene?" or, as modified for the National Rugby League 2000s theme, "That's My Team".

Hoodoo Gurus' iconic status on the Australian rock scene was acknowledged when they were inducted into the 2007 ARIA Hall of Fame. Their induction announcement stated that the Gurus were one of the most "inventive, lyrically smart and exciting" bands from Australia. From 1960s power pop, and wild garage punk to hard driving rock and funky psychedelic kitsch their music stood out from Sydney's Detroit-inspired bands.

 

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Hoodoo Gurus' Stoneage Romeos: A Blast from Australia's Past
Album Description:

In the heart of the 1980s, when synthesizers and new wave dominated the airwaves, a raw, energetic sound emerged from the land down under. The Hoodoo Gurus, with their debut album "Stoneage Romeos," brought a fresh and invigorating take on garage rock, infused with a distinctly Australian flavor.

Garage Rock Revival:

"Stoneage Romeos" arrived at a time when the Australian music scene was experiencing a resurgence of interest in 1960s garage rock and psychedelia. The Hoodoo Gurus, alongside bands like The Scientists and Lime Spiders, tapped into this nostalgia while adding their own unique twist. The album's lo-fi production, fuzzy guitars, and driving rhythms harkened back to the golden age of rock and roll, yet there was a modern sensibility in the songwriting and arrangements.

Musical Exploration:

While rooted in garage rock, "Stoneage Romeos" wasn't afraid to venture into other musical territories. The band's eclectic influences, ranging from surf rock to power pop, shone through in the diverse soundscapes of the album. Tracks like "(Let's All) Turn On" showcased their knack for catchy melodies, while "Death Ship" delved into darker, more psychedelic themes. This willingness to experiment and push boundaries helped to set the Hoodoo Gurus apart from their contemporaries.

Album Description & Collectors information:

Music Genre:

Australian Rock 

Album Production Information:

The album: "HOODOO GURUS Stoneage Romeos" was produced by: Alain Thorne

This album was recorded at: Trafalgar Studio

Record Label Information:

A&M, Big Time Records 395 012

Media Format:

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

Year & Country:

1984 Made in Germany 
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: HOODOO GURUS Stoneage Romeos
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • James Baker — drums
  • Clyde Bramley — bass, vocals
  • Dave Faulkner — guitar, lead vocals, keyboards
  • Brad Shepherd — lead guitar, vocals, harmonica, percussion
  • Michael Farmer — additional percussion
Complete Track-listing of the album "HOODOO GURUS Stoneage Romeos"

The detailed tracklist of this record "HOODOO GURUS Stoneage Romeos" is:

  1. I Want You Back - 3:12
  2. Tojo - 3:23
  3. Leilani (Faulkner, James Baker, Roddy Radalj, Kimble Rendall)[7] - 5:36
  4. Arthur (Faulkner, Radalj)[7] - 3:10
  5. Dig It Up - 3:36
  6. (Let's All) Turn On (Baker, Darcy Condon, Faulkner, Radalj)[7] - 3:04
  7. Death Ship (Faulkner, Radalj, Alan Sharples)[7] - 2:37
  8. In The Echo Chamber - 3:44
  9. Zanzibar - 3:25
  10. I Was A Kamikaze Pilot - 3:12
  11. My Girl - 2:40
 

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" Stoneage Romeos " Record Label Details: A&M, Big Time Records 395 012 ℗ 1984 Big Time Records Sound Copyright

" Stoneage Romeos " Record Label Details: A&M, Big Time Records 395 012 ℗ 1984 Big Time Records Sound Copyright