#CHAOS U.K. 1985

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THE UK82 ERA MUTATES INTO THE UKHC SCENE.

PIC INFO: Spotlight on Gabba of Bristol UK punk/hardcore band CHAOS UK, performing live at The Station, Gateshead, UK, on February 23, 1985. 📸: Jenny Plaits

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HEATHEN DISCO ep 246 available to stream NOW

https://www.mixcloud.com/mosurock/heathen-disco-show-246-28-march-2021/

As follows:

HOUR 1

The Nightingales – Idiot Strength (Pigs on Purpose / Fire, 2021)

The Dead C – All Goodbyes (Three Songs) (All Goodbyes 7” / Language Recordings, 2021)

Sorrow Family Band – Wait a Minute (Tiger Bites / Mystery Plane, 2021)

Facit – My Love for You Is a Whale (Beach Music / Discreet Music, 2021)

Noise – Sheep (Tenno / Moone, 2021 re)

Lilys – Ginger (A Brief History of Amazing Letdowns / Frontier, 2021 re)

The Pink Noise – Nothing to Bring (Economy of Love / Celluloid Lunch, 2021)

Hüsker Dü – Makes No Sense at All (single / SST, 1985)

The Chameleons U.K. – A Person Isn’t Safe Anywhere These Days (Script of the Bridge / MCA, 1984 re)

Top Quality – Magnum Opus (single / Loud/RCA, 1993)

EPMD – Crossover (single / RAL/Def Jam/Chaos, 1992)

Yello – Bostich (single / FFRR, 1992 re)

HOUR 2

Maraudeur – TWYWYS (PUISSANT 4 / Autoprodukt, 2021)

Adele & the Chandeliers – Swimming with Sharks (First Date / Pretty Olivia, 2021)

The Soft Boys – The Face of Death (Wading Through a Ventilator / Delorean, 1984)

Papa John Phillips – Wilderness of Love (Pay Pack & Follow / bootleg, 2021)

New Bums – Onward to Devastation (The Last Time I Saw Grace / Drag City, 2021)

Heron – Lord & Master (Heron / Trading Places, 2020 re)

Agent Orange – Living in Darkness (Living in Darkness / Posh Boy, 1981)

Muchos Plus – Love Misunderstood (Nassau’s Discos EP / Kalita, 2021 re)

Alleged Witches – Witches’ Mark (Serve the Servants EP / Meda Fury, 2017)

Writhing Squares – The Abyss Is Never Brighter (Chart for the Solution / Trouble in Mind, 2021)

Jyl – Silicon Valley (Jyl / Minimal Wave, 2020 re)

Skoal Kodial – The Borrower (Kryptonym Bodliak / Load, 2011)

Tangled Shoelaces – Oceans Away (Turn My Dial / Chapter Music, 2021 re)

HOUR 3

Keith Hudson – Be What You Want to Be/Be Good Dub (Playing it Cool and Playing it Right / Basic Replay, 2003 re)

Tavares – Too Late (Hard Core Poetry / Capitol, 1974)

Gage – This Won’t Take a Minute (Back 2 Bellingham / 2 B REAL, 2021)

Ike Yard – Kino (Ike Yard / Superior Viaduct, 2020 re)

Prurient – Military Road (Pleasure Ground / Hospital Productions, 2016 re)

Don Cherry – Eternal Rhythm side B (Eternal Rhythm / BASF, 1972)

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13 Talented Libras That’ll Give You Balance this Zodiac Season

As the first hints of autumn begin to fall into formation, Libra season has snuck up on us, signaling the beginning of… cuffing season. This astrological season, from September 23 and October 23, is all about finding balance and harmony -- concepts that Libras cherish. 

Libra represents scales, reminding all to focus on strengthening and balancing relationships. As Virgo season has finally closed, it’s time to put some more effort into connections (with others and yourself), because harmony is incredibly important to this air sign.  

With a new moon, don’t be afraid to be open to new connections. And who knows… perhaps an old relationship will be revived this astrological season. Libra season is also an ideal time to be creative — pick up a new instrument, paint a picture, and generally set some time aside to dive into hobbies.  

Libras are ruled by Venus, which means people with this sign can be incredibly passionate, not only about love, but also about art — especially music and physical forms of art. 

Below are some of our favorite charming, stylish, and talented Libras you don’t want to miss this astrological season.

Donald Glover (Childish Gambino) — September 25, 1983

Donald Glover does it all. From writing to rapping to acting, it’s hard to deny the endless talent within this air sign. His strong sense of political awareness is highly representative of Libra — the sign of justice — and he has recently used his platform to shed political awareness with “This is America.” Libras are cultured and refined, which might attribute this award-winning singer/songwriter’s many talents. 

Rosalia — September 25, 1993

It’s hard to ignore this Spanish singer/songwriter (and we don’t want to). Rosalia’s flamenco infused pop sound is catchy and dazzling. Her stand-out vocals are fueled with glamorous spirit. She’s passionate about her craft, giving classic flamenco sounds new life in 2019, and has created a unique sound that is authentically Rosalia. This Libra even has a Reddit thread that poses a connection between a photoshoot of Rosalia as scales, the Libra symbol of justice and balance, and the Zodiac. It might just be coincidental, but it’s fun to feed the conspiracy.

Mitski — September 27, 1990

Japenese-American singer/songwriter Mitski can fill that empty hole in you with her sometimes romantic, sometimes heartbreaking discography. Who needs a man when you can stream her 2014 Bury Me at Makeout Creek album over and over again until you start to feel something? This Libra’s music brings peace and chaos to life, and is capable of evoking genuine emotions you never thought you had. She’s charming, electric, and creates music with ruthless passion and cleverness.

Although this Libra is leaving the scene “indefinitely,” we can’t wait to hear from her in the future once she’s recharged after a well-deserved break. 

St. Vincent — September 28, 1982

This Libra is bold, strong, and has alluring energy — it’s easy to believe she was born during this astrological season. Air signs are really good at communicating specific thoughts and feelings, and every line in this  Libra’s songs seems intentional. St. Vincent is able to transport listeners to certain places through her lyrics — from Astor Place in New York City with “New York” off her 2017 MASSEDUCATION album, to cleaning up ashtrays at 4 a.m. after a blurry party in “The Party” off her 2009 Actor album. This Libra loves synthesizers, spandex, and spine-chilling harmonies. She’s eclectic and unmatched; it’s hard not to fall into St. Vincent’s trance.

Jade Bird  — October 1, 1997

She’s young, she’s British, she’s talented, she’s filled with independent I-don’t-need-a-man-to-make-me-happy energy — we love everything about this Libra artist. Her vocals are a touch raspy, and endlessly powerful. From flaming folk-rock songs to blues-fueled tracks, to slow piano ballads, Jade Bird effortlessly transitions from one sound to the next. If you haven’t tuned in yet, we highly recommend you listen to this Libra’s self-titled debut album, Jade Bird. 

Smino — October 2, 1991

This Libra artist creates music that runs through your body — it’s wavy, sometimes trippy, and melodic. His voice carries itself in a confident manner that draws listeners into his sound. Smino’s music is perfect for a date night — whether you’re sharing AirPods at the library with your significant other or enjoying a long car ride with that special someone after a long day of getting to know one another. Smino’s songs are fluid and blissful slow jams that’ll bring you just one step closer to finding “the one” this cuffing season.  

A$AP Rocky — October 3, 1988

It’s no surprise that A$AP Rocky is a Libra. He’s charming, confident, creative, and has a highly notable sense of fashion. He’s a model Libra. A$AP’s all about the culture, something that Libras are fascinated with. He knows what’s in and what’s out, and he is highly aware of the world around him. A$AP’s free now too, and that’s enough to celebrate him.�� But let’s push the support a little bit  and stream his latest track, “Babushka Boi,” into oblivion. 

Lauren Mayberry (of CHVRCHES) — October 7, 1987

This Libra is not afraid to mix different sounds in order to create tracks that’ll please a wide audience. Libras thrive in groups, so there’s no wonder that CHVRCHES’s dynamic is able to create such harmonious tunes. This U.K. grown artist has a way of blending genres in her music, from indie to dance, pop to electronic.

Lewis Capaldi — October 7, 1996

This Scottish Libra artist has a powerful, intimate folk sound with lyrics that are fueled with passionate verses and heartbreaking messages. His songs can leave you deep in your feels, reflective of relationships past. It’s no shock that Lewis Capaldi was born under this astrological season; he is fueled with passion for life and love, and his dedication to relationships shows through his moving lyrics. Sure his music will get you reminiscing on memories of you and your ex, but cheer up, download Tinder, and let those tears flow.  

Marina Diamandis (of Marina and the Diamonds) — October 10, 1985

This Libra has a very skilled way of branding herself, and building fans that are incredibly dedicated to her craft. It’s hard not to fall in love with this singer’s multiple personas. Although we have recently said farewell to the 2012 energy and inspiration of Elektra Heart, it’s time for us to acknowledge the pure, unfiltered talent this Libra has as Marina.  

Sinead Harnett — October 12, 1989

This British singer/songwriter’s music is full with headstrong, lovable Libra vibes. Her songs are driven with messages of learning from love and heartbreak, with songs about communication and balance. Her debut album, Lessons In Love, is officially out, and just in time for this astrological season. The 12-track album is the ultimate soundtrack to this year’s cuffing season. So grab your hot coffee in one hand and your boo’s hand in the other, and fall deeper in love with Harnett with every song of hers you listen to.

Doja Cat — October 21, 1995

This Libra is an influencer and an inspiration — how else would we know cow’s don’t say “meow” if not for her 2019 track “MOOO!” Doja Cat doesn’t hold back. Her wit and her confidence are oftentimes unparalleled. This Libra is endlessly herself, and isn’t afraid to let loose. She stands out and stands up -- having fallen under heat for some resurfaced old Tweets, she refused to fall victim to cancel culture. She has risen above the negativity, and her support group is strong and her fans are here to stay. 

21 Savage — October 22, 1992

This astrological season it’s time take a deep breath and tune into your inner 21 Savage. This British (still not over it) rapper is a poised and glamorous Libra, who can be flashy at times. But, I mean, he can because he’s 21 Savage. In 2014, 21 Savage Tweeted an astrology account, sharing a Tweet about Libras: “A #Libra will love you & love you, until you give them a reason not to, then love you some more still but from a distance.” It’s sweet to see his soft side and know it’s okay have a balance between composed and sensitivity.

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Article By: Pat ‘Riot’ Whitaker, Senior Writer/Journalist ‡ Edited By: Leanne Ridgeway, Owner/Chief Editor

It is March 25th, 1988 and Night Flight, a late night visual arts and variety show on television’s USA Network each weekend, is about to show viewers something entirely different… and they shall never be the same.

It is, of course, the age of the music video and this program is on the verge of airing one titled “Prime Mover” from the British sleaze rock act, ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION. The number is musically inspired by the U.K. space rock collective Hawkwind’s 1977 track “Quark, Strangeness And Charm“, its video directed by Adrian “Ade” Edmondson of “The Young Ones” fame. Ultimately, neither one of these facts will mean much of anything when people get an eyeful of this leather-clad band, and then hear their music. Yes, it is the latter that they’re going to find most impressive, hopefully… or altogether hate.

Mark Manning is a graphic artist at the time, and former art editor at the then-defunct Flexipop! Magazine that had folded in 1982. It was while working there that Manning was introduced to a frequently visiting flow of rock stars and their hedonistically decadent lifestyles… and he wants in. It would be a few years still, but soon enough, Manning is working as a graphic designer at another publication, Metal Fury, when he begins to undergo a transformation.

The change is taking place during his hours off from work, Manning experiencing an evolutionary-like leap (or in some’s eyes, perhaps a devolution) on the scale of characters from Robert Louis Stevenson’s literary work, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Much like that strange case, Mark assumes an alter ego role, that of Zodiac Mindwarp – an anti-social looking sort, like a greasy biker from the cast of some forgotten 70’s exploitative B-movie. What he is, and what he has become, is something that really surprises no one that has known Manning for any length of time, and soon, he aligns himself with similar like-minded outcasts.

ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION is officially given life in 1985, joining Zed (as he is known to his friends) in the band are guitarist Rockman Rock (aka Jimmy Cauty), bassist Kid Chaos (aka Stephen Harris), and drummer Boom Boom Kaboomski (real name unavailable). Of course the latter part of the band’s name was culled from the most unlikeliest of sources, but there it was, in the lyrics of the third verse of The Boss’ “Dancing In The Dark“.

Soon, the band is signed to the Phonogram Records subsidiary, the Food label, and 1986 would be the year that ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION begin their campaign to dominate Rock ‘N Roll. It begins in May that year with the “Wild Child” single,  recorded with Zodiac on vocals and guitar, Kid Chaos on bass, and Jake Le Mesurier on drums. The band’s name has already become a thing of high praise and acclaim among the denizens of the “Grebo” movement (or “Grebo rock”), a British musical sub-genre incorporating influences from punk rock, electronic dance music, hip hop, and psychedelia.

Though ZM&TLR look the part of the term’s earliest intended targets – the word “grebo” was originally used as a slang term for bikers and rock music fans with long hair – the word is being re-fashioned by the group Pop Will Eat Itself in 1986. They use it in song titles and soon, it becomes a thing unto itself, a music genre sublet that in time will include such acts as Ned’s Atomic Dustbin, The Wonder Stuff, Scum Pups, Jesus Jones, and Gaye Bykers On Acid. Before ’86 is over,  ZM&TLR release the “High Priest Of Love” EP which soon lands in the #1 slot of the U.K. Indie Chart.

Truth is, ZM&TLR are pretty much the antithesis of the Grebo look, a polar opposite to its colorful shorts and clean shaves. Zed & Co. opt for a rather more psychedelic, drug addled, Mad Max-ian appearance melded with the German SS ala iron crosses, skulls, black leather, and sometimes, storm trooper helmets.

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HIGH PRIEST OF LOVE EP

TATTOOED BEAT MESSIAH

By the end of 1986, ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION play the U.K.’s packed Reading Festival before thousands of fans. Not bad for a band that had their first gig at the 500 capacity Dingwalls in London less than a year before. Yes, it is evident that the band’s misanthropic imagery is not having an anti-social effect whatsoever, and even more intriguing, their music and its lyrical contents are finding an audience. Chock full of flamboyant, chest-thumping proclamations derived from a raging libido, Mindwarp’s tongue-in-cheek ravings are pure camp despite their often lascivious and misogynist tone.

By the next year, the band has new blood in the form of lead guitarist Cobalt Stargazer (real name Geoff Bird), rhythm guitarist Flash Bastard (real name Jan Cyrka), and drummer Slam Thunderhide (real name Stephen Landrum). Also, bassist Kid Chaos has left to join another popular rising band, The Cult, so enter Trash D. Garbage (real name Paul Bailey). The band continues their ascension to sonic glory with more U.K. single releases in 1987, including “Prime Mover” and “Backseat Education“.

However, for any British band, there is only one thing that seems to equate as having “made it” or being successful, and that is acceptance across the pond, in the United States. In February of 1988, ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION release their first full-length album, “Tattooed Beat Messiah“, through the Vertigo label, another subsidiary of Phonogram. The album contains remixed versions of the singles released the previous year, alongside several new songs too, including a cover of the Steppenwolf classic, “Born To Be Wild“, in some markets.

The album explodes in a music scene being dominated by acts like Poison and Bon Jovi but true anti-authoritarian types know the deal. “Tattooed Beat Messiah” is the dividing line, where such horrid pop fluff shall not pass, and it spawns several subsequent video tie-ins to tracks like “Backseat Education“, “Planet Girl“, and of course, “Prime Mover“.

Ultimately, it has the desired outcome as ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION are placed on a 1988  U.S. tour bill, alongside Guns & Roses, supporting Alice Cooper. After just a few dates, ZM&TLR are bumped up on the roster, now playing after G ‘N R , before Alice Cooper. Several of the band members appear with Slash, Axl Rose and Alice Cooper in a performance of Cooper’s “Under My Wheels” for the feature film music documentary, “The Decline Of Western Civilization: Part II“.

Tours with Motörhead and Iron Maiden only serve to increase the frenzied hysteria about the band, it’s growing like a raging wildfire and soon, they’re designated the new rock royalty, placing them in the ranks of bands like Circus Of Power, Warrior Soul, and Monster Magnet.

Yet, for every high there is a low, for every climb, a descent, and somehow, some way, ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION were about to experience theirs. At some point in all of this, the band is informed that “Tattooed Beat Messiah” failed to sell well in the United States, resulting in them being dropped by their record label while burdened with large, outstanding debts. It doesn’t add up, literally, as the album had ignited like a fuse, spawning five official videos that received regular rotation airplay on MTV, and the channel’s “Headbangers Ball“. That show’s host, Ricki Rachtman, claims the band as one of his all time favorites, and one of the most underrated bands of the era.

Not ready to give up the ghost yet, ZM&TLR release a sophomore album, “Hoodlum Thunder“, through the only label that would seemingly sign them at this point, Musidisc. Despite critical acclaim for the album, there is no hysterical fanfare this time, no arenas to rock, yet it’s probably a safe bet that some grope-ready groupies still thronged the band. The album spawns a handful of singles including “Elvis Died For You” and “Meanstreak“, and one of its cuts, “Feed My Frankenstein“, ends up being re-recorded by Alice Cooper, and released on his 1991 Hey Stoopid album (and featured in the 1992 movie Wayne’s World).

  Truth is, things will never quite be the same for ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION as they increasingly cycle through a revolving door of musicians. This includes bassists Suzi X, Tex Diablo and Kev Reverb, along with such drummers as Robbie Vom and The Apocalypse. They continue to release consistent output like “Live At Reading“, “My Life Story“, and “One More Knife”, but the band eventually goes on a hiatus, remaining inactive for a decade before resurfacing again around 2002.

“I Am Rock” arrives that year, another live album, “Weapons Of Mass Destruction” in 2004, “Rock Savage” in 2005, and the following year, 2006 brings “Pandora’s Grisly Handbag”, a 1986 live album and DVD pairing. Through all of this, the persona and over-the-top character that is Zodiac Mindwarp never dilutes nor seeks a PG rating. The dangerously deranged, gargantuan genius of Mark Manning continues to expand, authoring multiple books containing memoirs about his sordid sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll experiences simultaneously as the band issues albums.

In 1996, he pens Bad Wisdom (with Bill Drummond), while Crucify Me Again (2000), Get Your Cock Out (2000), Fucked By Rock: The Unspeakable Confessions Of Zodiac Mindwarp (2001), Collateral Damage, and The Wild Highway (2005, again with Drummond) all follow.

2010’s “We Are Volsung” album, featuring the cast of Zodiac Mindwarp with guitarist Cobalt Stargazer, bassist Jack Shitt, and drummer Bruno ‘The Cat’ Agua, is released via SPV/Steamhammer. Recently, the current edition of ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION featuring Z and Cobalt, Beast Of Ante (bass) and the returned Robbie Vom (drums), have toured in celebration of the 30th anniversary of  the “Tattooed Beat Messiah” release.

When all is said and done, the larger than life cosmic rock deity that is Zodiac Mindwarp, as well as his more human alter ego, Mark Manning, will be a subject regaled across the infinite celestial. Tales, legends and mythologies, if not entire theologies, will be devoted to the praise and edification of the Tattooed Beat Messiah. You know, the “Christ in shades“, the “napalm god“, the “Sex führer, baby”, the “love dictator…living detonator“- Mister Prime Mover himself.

Oldschool Sunday: ZODIAC MINDWARP AND THE LOVE REACTION Article By: Pat 'Riot' Whitaker, Senior Writer/Journalist ‡ Edited By: Leanne Ridgeway, Owner/Chief Editor It is March 25th, 1988 and…

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UK PUNK'S THIRD WAVE INJECTS A LITTLE MORE HUMOR INTO ITS SCENE THAN THE PREVIOUS TWO COMBINED.

PIC INFO: Spotlight on the late, great Pete Hurley (19??-2014), co-founder/guitarist of UK hardcore/ crust punk/crustgrind band EXTREME NOISE TERROR, c. 1985. 📸: Jenny Plaits.

Note the CHAOS U.K. "Burning Britain" sticker on Pete's guitar. Awesome.

Rest in Noise, Pete & Phil Vane of O.G. ENT, more legends lost.

Source: www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/gallery/17722/17/what-we-wore-hardcore.

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UK HARDCORE ON ITS LAST LEGS IN '89 -- GODFLESH WAS THE FUTURE FOR THE NEXT DECADE.

PIC INFO: Spotlight on a mega-loaded gig/show flyer for CHAOS UK + GODFLESH + FILTHKICK + DISARM + RECTIFY, performing live at The Venue, in Cardiff, Wales, UK, on November 23, 1989.

EXTRA INFO: November 23, 1989 is also known as the date that the genre-defining "Streetcleaner" debut album by GODFLESH was unleashed upon an unsuspecting record-buying public.

Source: www.picuki.com/media/3406748410250895730.