During April a bunch of bloggers are participating in the A-to-Z blogging challenge of 2013. My theme for 2013 is an A-to-Z list of classic Aussie tunes - either classic or just plain songs I like. Today we're up to "I" and I have chosen two songs that I love equally though for different reasons. Those songs are:
"Ice" is one of the earliest songs I heard by Magic Dirt, and to this day it's one of my favourites. Adalita Srsen is a kick-arse guitarist who has inspired a nation full of gals who wish they could play guitar - at her live shows she's been known to tell people, "It's never too late! Pick up a guitar and start a band!" As for Divinyls, well they're basically Aussie legends, particularly the amazing Chrissie Amphlett, and this is probably my favourite song by them (though they have so many great ones!). It helps that it's on the soundtrack to one of my favourite movies of all time, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. ;)
Honourable mentions:
- I'm Stained by the Superjesus
- I'll Be Your Majick by Def FX
- I Hope I Shall Arrive Soon by Steering By Stars
- I Sucked a Lot of Cock to Get Where I Am by Regurgitator
- I Touch Myself by Divinyls
- I Wanna Throw Stones by Laura Imbruglia (short clip)
- Immune Deficiency by Rail
My husband usually takes the lead when it comes to discovering new music, so now I'm using your list to 'recommend' some songs...so cool - thank you. -Belinda. Also, thanks for stopping by MROP to check out my A - Z entries.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you are still going strong . . . .
ReplyDeleteHahahaha, GREAT post! I am always interested in hearing music from around the world, and this will become a great source! Good luck!
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Magic dirt, that some special kind of litter? lol
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed the first, second not allowed in my region, hmph
I love the DiVinyls. Totally didn't know they were Aussie. Not sure how I missed that--hadn't heard Magic Dirt before.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't watch the second video (apparently there are 'copyright issues in my country') but I enjoyed the first one. Thanks for sharing.
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I've loved all the videos you've featured so far in the challenge!
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Huh. Never heard of Magic Dirt before. :) Now I am smarter. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh The Divinyls. I totally forgot about them! Great blast from the past.
ReplyDeleteMagic Dirt. What an intriguing band name:)
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When I saw the letter "I," it reminded me of Icehouse. I think they are Aussies, I used to listen to them long ago. Late 80s perhaps? From your list, I have actually heard the song I touch myself by the DiVnyls.
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Hi Trisha, being from America (not to mention MUCH older than you), I'm not familiar with the Australian groups you mentioned. I was able to listen to Ice. It isn't something I'd listen to, but then.... did I mention I'm old? ;) The second video would not play, having apparently been blocked in the US on copyright grounds. What a shame. Thanks for stopping my blog. Deanna www.punkndeanna.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteTo my utter shame I was going to mention the Mutton Birds but then I thought, 'no, they're from New Zealand, aren't they? *hangs head in shame*. Will now catch up on Aussie talent.
ReplyDeleteI'm snickering at some of these titles... ;)
ReplyDeleteThey're such fun ;) They're good songs too! :D
DeleteThe second is blocked in my country for some reason, but the first was cool!
ReplyDeleteDivinyls = great group! I didn't know they were from Australia!
ReplyDeleteGreat songs! I'm definitely going to use this post as inspiration for next my next music playlist. Great theme!
ReplyDeleteI also snicker at the bonus titles.
ReplyDeleteSuch interesting choices for "i." Very intriguing for sure!
ReplyDelete:( Couldn't open the videos. Have a great day anyway!
ReplyDeleteThese have all been new to me, and I'm really enjoying listening!
ReplyDeleteD'oh! Sorry to hear many of you can't see the 2nd vid. It's worth trying to track down a version on YouTube if you can :) The song is awesome! Or else just buy the soundtrack to that oh so classic early 90's movie ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm so embarrassed that I haven't heard any of these songs. But thanks for introducing them to me :)
ReplyDeleteI'm gonna have to look up the 2nd one on YouTube. It won't let me watch in the evil USA.
ReplyDeleteI like Magic Dirt.
Heather
oh my gosh, I haven't heard 'I Ain't Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore' in soooo long! Thanks for the flashback.
ReplyDeleteI need to check some of these out! Great songs!
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I'm a Buffy fan, too. :)
ReplyDeleteNever heard of this. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYes, excellent song Ice - Magic Dirt. I Is not Gonna Eat Out My Heart Anymore - Divinyls I could not hear because it is blocked in my country.
ReplyDeleteSo many songs that are new to me!
ReplyDeleteHey, I didn't know the Divinyls were Aussies!
Wish I'd gotten to see the Divinyls. :(
ReplyDeleteI love me some hard rockin' ladies. I may have a crush on Adalita. And Suze. And always Chrissy.