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The Making of Permanent Waves by Rush

Neil Johnson 14 January 2025

Introduction In 1980, Rush released Permanent Waves, an album that marked a pivotal moment in their career....

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The Making of British Steel by Judas Priest

Neil Johnson 22 August 2024

Judas Priest’s “British Steel” is a landmark album that reshaped the landscape of heavy metal. Released in...

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AC/DC: Back In Black

Neil Johnson 25 July 2024

Introduction In the storied chronicles of rock music, few albums have left an indelible mark as AC/DC’s...

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.