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BLIND MELON DOCUMENTARY: The Tragic Death of Shannon Hoon & History of 'No Rain' Hotney 4 Streams • 3 years ago

BLIND MELON: The Rise and Fall of the Band & Death of Frontman Shannon Hoon

0:00 - Introduction/Pre-Blind Melon Years
5:30 - Blind Melon Early Years
9:12 - Self Titled Record/No Rain
16:30 - Shannon Hoon's Final Years/Soup
21:31 - Recent Years

Blind Melon's journey from small-town outcasts to success was marked by a unique rise, including a two-year hype before releasing their debut record, thanks to their connection to rockstar Axl Rose. The original members, hailing from various small towns, found common ground in their outcast status. Guitarist and Bassist Rogers Stevens and Brad Smith, along with rhythm guitarist Christopher Thorn and drummer Glen Graham, eventually formed the band.

Stevens and Smith, childhood friends from West Point, Mississippi, moved to Los Angeles in 1989, seeking a better opportunity for their musical ambitions. They met Thorn through an ad, and Thorn chose Blind Melon over another potential project. Frontman Shannon Hoon, known for his volatile behavior and substance abuse, joined the band after an audition. Hoon's connection with Axl Rose added to the band's early hype.

Blind Melon's debut album faced challenges during its creation, as the band struggled to find a drummer. With Glenn Graham on board, they named the band Blind Melon, inspired by a term used by Hoon's father to describe a group of stoner kids. The band's musical influences varied, drawing comparisons to '60s and '70s rock.

The band's early days in Los Angeles involved odd jobs while they worked on demos. Within eight months, they signed a seven-album deal with Capitol Records. Their debut album, released in 1992, initially faced slow sales until MTV added the video for "No Rain." The bee girl-themed video became iconic, propelling the album's success to 4 million copies sold in the US.

Blind Melon faced criticism as their visual imagery, particularly the bee girl, overshadowed their music. They embarked on high-profile tours, including with Guns N' Roses and Neil Young. Hoon's struggles with substance abuse, legal issues, and disputes over songwriting royalties contributed to tensions within the band.

Tragically, Hoon's life came to an end in 1995 due to a drug overdose. Blind Melon attempted to continue but faced challenges, releasing their second album, "Soup," in 1995, which was a commercial disappointment. The band eventually disbanded in 1999.

Despite the hardships, Blind Melon's legacy endures, with their music and the bee girl video remaining iconic. The surviving members found various paths after the breakup, and in 2006, they reunited with new frontman Travis Warren. The band released their most recent album, "For My Friends," in 2008 and continues to work on new material. The documentary "All I Can Say," released in 2019, provides a glimpse into Hoon's life through his camcorder footage. The bee girl, Heather DeLoach, has moved on from acting, pursuing a degree in communications and family life.

Blind Melon's journey is a tale of triumph, tragedy, and resilience, showcasing the complexities of the music industry and the impact of personal struggles on artistic careers.

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VERUCA SALT: The Most OVERHYPED Band of the Mid 90's? Hotney 6 Streams • 3 years ago

The strange history of the band VERUCA SALT, best known for hits Seether and Volcano Girls

0:00 - How Louise Post & Nina Gordon Met
3:14 - Forming Veruca Salt/Indie Label Deal
6:18 - History of Seether/American Thighs
10:15 - Second Album
11:36.- Breakup/Reunion

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Veruca Salt, named after a character from "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," became synonymous with 90s rock. However, the band members were unaware that "Veruca Salt" also referred to a plantar wart. The band's journey began in 1992 when Louise Post and Nina Gordon, inspired by their shared love of music, formed the group.

Both Post and Gordon, coming from musical families that eventually divorced, found solace in music. Post, already a musician, and Gordon, initially reluctant to pursue music, formed a bond. Despite Gordon's early struggles with instruments, she eventually learned the guitar with the help of her brother Jim Shapiro. The band aimed to create a unique sound, blending their influences like Prince, The Beatles, and My Bloody Valentine.

Veruca Salt initially started as a duo, playing folk music in Chicago coffee houses. They expanded to a four-piece, adding Jim Shapiro on drums and Jim Lack on bass. The band's name was chosen from "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," not because they were fans, but because they identified with the character's assertiveness.

As Chicago's music scene gained national attention, Veruca Salt's popularity soared. Their first gig was in Wicker Park, a hub for Chicago's independent music scene. The band's demo tape, taken to Minty Fresh Records by a local funk band, led to the recording of their single "Seether/All Hail Me."

"Seether" became a local hit, gaining traction on radio stations and catching the attention of major labels. Minty Fresh Records signed Veruca Salt, and they recorded their debut album, "American Thighs," in just 10 days. The album's success attracted Geffen Records, who signed the band to a five-album deal.

The Geffen deal, though financially lucrative, brought criticism and accusations of selling out. Veruca Salt faced backlash from the media, and their early live shows were criticized. Despite the challenges, "American Thighs" went platinum, and the band toured with acts like Hole and Live.

In 1996, Veruca Salt released the EP "Blow It Out Your Ass It's Veruca Salt" in response to critics. Their second album, "Eight Arms to Hold You" (1997), produced hits like "Volcano Girls." However, internal conflicts led to members leaving, and by 1998, only Louise Post remained.

Post continued with new members, releasing "Resolver" in 2000, but the band's momentum slowed. Veruca Salt went on hiatus in 2012, and during this time, Post and Gordon mended their friendship. The original lineup reunited in 2013, releasing "Ghost Notes" in 2015. The band actively supports various causes but lost master recordings in the 2008 Universal Studios fire.

Despite setbacks, Veruca Salt persists. In 2022, Louise Post released demos from the late '90s, and she plans to release a solo album in 2023. The band remains a resilient force in the ever-changing landscape of rock music.

JustKass - Broken (Official Video) Hotney 4 Streams • 3 years ago

Official music video for “Broken” by JustKass. Our FIRST original single music video. Now streaming on all platforms!
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