BATORS, STIV - POP GOES THE WEASEL (RSD 2025)

 

RECORD STORE DAY 2025! After the Dead Boys, American punk legend Stiv Bators embarked on a musical journey that saw him touch upon power pop during a brief solo career. Following our recent reissue of Bators' classic album "Disconnected", this compilation of rarities comprises alternative takes, b-sides and live recordings from this era when his music was more similar to 60's power pop than the vicious punk rock that Bators became known for originally. We are thrilled to release this essential collection of power-pop gems as part of a series of releases celebrating Bomp! 50th anniversary. It includes a booklet with extensive notes by band member Frank Secich and rare photos. 180g vinyl. Exclusive Record Store Day release. 

 

TRACKLIST Side A 1. IT'S COLD OUTSIDE (45 version) 2. THE LAST YEAR (45 version) 3. I STAND ACCUSED (Demo) 4. I'LL BE ALRIGHT (Demo) 5. FACTORY BOY 6. L.A. L.A. (Jam session) 7. BLUES (aka TROPICANA BLUES) 8. IT'S ALRIGHT (Alt version feat. Frank Secich on lead vocals) Side B 1. NOT THAT WAY ANYMORE (45 version) 2. CIRCUMSTANTIAL EVIDENCE (45 version) 3. NEAT, NEAT, NEAT (Rehearsal take) 4. MORRISON RANT (Live at The Ritz) 5. LITTLE GIRL (Live) 6. EVIL BOY (Live) 7. A MILLION MILES AWAY (Live) 8. PILLS (Live)