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The Church are a bit of an enigma in the rock world. Though best known for their breakout 1988 song Under The Milky Way off of Starfish. Prior to that they'd had an unexpected Australian anthem in An Unguarded Moment. But they didn't want to be a pop band - they saw themselves as members of the new psychedelic movement. So the cover of Heyday (released in Australia late 1985 but in the US January 28, 1986) you can see the lads sporting some paisley shirts against a Persian Rug. But at that point, they'd already abandoned their psychedelic leanings for their own AOR stylings.

The album Heyday, produced by Peter Walsh (Simple Minds) provides some entrancing guitar work with lyrics from Steve Kilbey that go from seeing behind the curtain of fame (Disenchanted) to unending sadness (Tristesse) to vain plastic surgery junkies (Youth Worshipper). Peter Koppes and Marty Wilson-Piper offer intricate and jangling guitars which make for 120 Minutes gold on MTV and can even put you into a bit of a trance. Myrrh and Tantalized proved to be all time favorites of Church fans and are still part of the band's setlist to this day.

However, though songs like Columbus and Already Yesterday may have been enjoyed by fans of the band, they failed to crack the charts the way the record company had hoped. Still, the band were able to tour the US with Echo & The Bunnymen which helped them break down some doors and win some fans. Though they were dropped by their record companies after Heyday, this led to them being picked up by Arista, which led to Starfish and success in the US and around the world.

It may not be multi-platinum but Heyday would help define the sound of The Church, allowed them to write songs together and create a foundation that built towards greater success.

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This week Tom & Zeus open Season 8 of Shout It Out Loudcast with a review of the most quintessential KISS compilation, the 1978 "Double Platinum!"

This SIOL's 12th compilation review. This was KISS' first compilation and came out in a period where KISS would release 7 albums in two years including 2 double albums, one of which is Double Platinum.

This compilation covers songs from 1974 - 1977, containing containing 20 songs from the first 6 KISS studio albums.

The album was certified platinum and was produced by the great Sean Delaney. He remixed the songs and made some controversial changes to many of the tracks, including a new disco version of "Strutter" called "Strutter '78" but lovingly called "Disco Strutter" on SIOL.

The album cover with its silver color KISS logos and red Double Platinum writing is legendary. When opened there were embossed images of the band members that were fascinating to view.

The guys breakdown the track selection and then rank the compilation album and cover versus the previous reviewed compilation albums.

A classic album from the classic era of KISS.

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In this in-depth conversation, Darryl McDaniels sits
down with Metal Walt to explore the heavy metal and hard rock roots that have
been part of his musical identity since childhood.

Growing up in New York City, DMC discovered rock and metal
through radio, hearing bands like Black Sabbath and Judas Priest at a formative
age. He explains how those sounds were already embedded in early hip-hop
culture, from DJs digging through crates to the attitude and energy that shaped
Run-DMC from the very beginning.

The discussion revisits key moments such as “Rock Box” and
“Walk This Way,” why rock was always part of Run-DMC’s DNA, and how those
records opened creative doors that still matter today. DMC also talks about his
decision to actively create rock and metal music himself, leading to projects
like HellRaisers and his 2026 solo metal single “She Gets Me High.”

Additional topics include NYC hardcore roots, playing with
Agnostic Front, sharing stages with Sammy Hagar, opening for Lou Reed, and how
creativity, authenticity, and curiosity continue to guide his work.

00:00 Show Open & Pre-Roll Tease
04:23 What Music Sounded Like in DMC’s House Growing Up
05:58 Discovering Rock on WABC and the First Metal Obsession (Black Sabbath)
09:11 Rock and Early Hip-Hop Culture — DJs, Crates, and Crossover
11:23 “Rock Box” and Why Rock Was Always in Run-DMC’s DNA
14:16 “Walk This Way” — History, Impact, and the Permission Moment
25:25 When DMC Decided to Start Making Rock Music
28:10 DMC and the HellRaisers — Live Reactions and Reality
31:25 Rock DNA Across Classic Run-DMC Songs (King of Rock, It’s Tricky, Mary,
Mary, Why You Buggin’)
36:17 “She Gets Me High” — DMC’s Solo Metal Direction and Lineup
47:13 Hardcore Roots — Agnostic Front, NYC, and Underground Energy
56:22 Legacy, Creativity, and What DMC Is About Today
01:09:22 Wrap-Up & Where to Follow DMC

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We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and stupidest rock news out there with Geekwire!

Here's what's on our minds this time:

Peter Criss responds publicly to Gene Simmons over recent “Beth” songwriting comments, calling Gene’s statements ridiculous and uncalled for.

Rikki Rockett says Poison’s 2026 tour plans were scrapped after Bret Michaels allegedly pushed for a larger share of the money. Rockett also confirms he’ll perform Poison’s Look What The Cat Dragged In in full with The Rockett Mafia.

John Corabi explains how he got the “Crabby” nickname and says it isn’t what most people assume.

A posthumous John Sykes EP is coming, set for release through Golden Robot Records (editor note - recorded before Sykes family statment).

Stephen Pearcy on his refusal to use backing tracks (and a wild story from Aaron on that subject).

Angel announces a farewell tour planned for 2026–2027.

The official Judas Priest documentary The Ballad Of Judas Priest is set to premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival.

Metallica says negotiations are about 90% complete for a 2027 Las Vegas Sphere residency.

An actor has reportedly been chosen to play Ozzy Osbourne in the upcoming biopic.

Black Label Society’s next album Engines Of Demolition will include a track described as “Ozzy’s song.”

Mick Sweda says he wanted his share of the BulletBoys name back before agreeing to the latest reunion.

All that more on the latest Geekwire. We hope you enjoy Geekwire and SHARE with a friend.

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