Day: 14 August 2024

The Making of Brothers in Arms by Dire Straits dire_straits-brothers_in_arms_(remastered_1996)

The Making of Brothers in Arms by Dire Straits

Neil Johnson 14 August 2024

Introduction Dire Straits’ fifth studio album, Brothers In Arms, released on 17 May 1985, is a monumental...

The Making of Hysteria by Def Leppard def_leppard-hysteria

The Making of Hysteria by Def Leppard

Neil Johnson 14 August 2024

Released on 3 August 1987, "Hysteria" by Def Leppard is a landmark rock album that shaped the...

Riffology: Iconic Rock Albums Podcast

Welcome to Riffology!, here we embrace the mid life crisis by revisiting the most iconic records from our youth. Join us as we discuss the horror of realising we quite like some of the same things our parents did now. We talk about music too, if that’s your thing.

This week on The Monster Shop, Neil and Chris dive into Stoosh, the explosive second album from Skunk Anansie. Released in 1996, this record cemented the band’s place in the alternative rock scene, blending raw energy, political themes, and powerhouse vocals from Skin. With standout tracks like Hedonism (Just Because You Feel Good), Twisted (Everyday Hurts), and Brazen (Weep), Stoosh was a bold statement that resonated with fans worldwide.

In this episode, we explore the making of the album, its unique fusion of punk, grunge, and hard rock, and how Skunk Anansie challenged social norms with their powerful lyrics. We also discuss Stoosh in the context of the 90s alternative scene alongside bands like Garbage, No Doubt, and Rage Against the Machine.

Tune in for an in-depth look at one of the most underrated yet influential albums of the decade.