This week we’re discussing every album by Rapeman. These guys were a noise rock supergroup made up of Steve Albini on guitar/vocals (Big Black, Shellac), David Wm. Sims on bass (Scratch Acid, Jesus Lizard), and Rey Washam on drums (Big Boys, Scratch Acid, Ministry). Rapeman took the buzz saw noisiness of Big Black and coupled it with one of the most incredible rhythm sections in all of rock. A power trio that sounded ten times bigger than they actually were. While they are the most obscure out of all of Steve Albini’s projects, their brutal lyrics and provocative band name landed them in trouble just as much as you’d expect.
Read MoreEpisode 47: Big Black
This week we discuss legendary recording engineer Steve Albini’s first band, Big Black. If you aren’t familiar with Steve Albini, let’s just say the man is as real as it comes with independent music and has recorded damn near everyone for about 20 bucks per album. Big Black paved the way for noise rock, industrial, and grunge with their ear-piercing, buzz saw guitars, drum machines, and highly controversial lyrical themes. These guys were truly special and hold up well after all these years. However, they might destroy your speakers if you play them too loud, so be careful.
Closing track: “Passing Complexion” from Atomizer (1986)
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Mike’s Picks:
Songs About Fucking (1987) — Best Album
Racer X EP (1984) — Personal Favorite
Headache EP (1987) — Worst Record
Alex’s Picks:
Atomizer (1986) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Headache EP (1987) — Worst Record
Albums we discussed this episode…
Lungs EP (1982)
Bulldozer EP (1983)
Racer X EP (1984)
Atomizer (1986)
Headache EP (1987)
Songs About Fucking (1987)
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