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Dive into a world where rock music reigns supreme! At The PirateChannel FM, we are dedicated to bringing you the very best in rock, showcasing the full spectrum of this powerful genre. From the gritty, soul-stirring anthems of classic rock to the raw, electrifying energy of modern rock, we've got it all covered.

 

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The PirateChannel FM Artist Spotlight

Body Count

Track: "Psychopath" feat. Joe Bad  from the upcoming album "Merciless"

2024 Century Media Records Ltd.

 


Harder and Louder!

BODY COUNT, the legendary metal band led by hip-hop icon, actor, and director Ice-T, is back with "Psychopath," the lead single from their forthcoming album 'Merciless.' This hard-hitting track, featuring Joe Badolato of FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, unleashes Ice-T and his band at their most ferocious, gearing up for the next chapter in their storied 35-plus-year career. "Psychopath" delivers a sonic assault that is harder and louder, solidifying BODY COUNT's formidable presence in the metal world. 

DC

 
 
 


Classic Rock Tracks In Review 

"Wind  Up Working  In A Gas Station"

by  Frank Zappa from the "Zoot Allures" Album 1976 Warner Brothers Records 

Classic Rock Infused With Thought-Provoking Humor


New Music 2 Check Out

"10,000 Volts"

by  Ace Frehley  from the  Album "10,000 Volts" 2024 Mink Heavy Records

10,000 Volts of Rock & Roll Fun

"10,000 Volts" by former Kiss guitarist and frontman Ace Frehley is an electrifying track that captures the essence of rock and roll. With powerful guitar riffs, dynamic vocals, and a high-energy tempo, Frehley showcases his signature style and musical prowess. The song delivers a jolt of raw, unadulterated rock, resonating with fans of classic rock and contemporary sounds alike. "10,000 Volts" stands as a testament to Frehley's enduring influence in  rock music. 

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Artist We Play


Composer, guitarist, singer, and bandleader Frank Zappa was a singular musical tour de force unto himself. Zappa left a lifetime of music with scores of fans globally, spanning decades. “Wind Up Workin' In A Gas Station” from Frank Zappa's 1976 “Zoot Allures” album is yet another great example of Zappa's unique ability to blend thought-provoking social commentary and humor within a rock musical context. This catchy, sarcastic tune instantly had me hooked and became one of my many favorites.

 

As a composer, Zappa's arrangement on this tune was, well... pure Zappa. Frank, who also played bass on the track, deliberately played the bass strings unmuted over the chorus section, resulting in feedback bleeding all over the track. This gave the latter part of the song a sort of messy, open-ended bottom. Drummer Terry Bozzio  of  "Missing Persons" fame gives a fiery /  groove laden performance on this track. Davey Moiré's falsetto vocals and layered repetitive chorus of the main hook "Wind Up Workin' in a Gas Station," interwoven with Frank's fake German accent line of "Manny de Camper vants to buy some white fish" is pure comedic and musical gold.

 

As to the meaning of the song? It was Zappa's swipe at the American school system, explaining that even with the highest education, many people will still end up with low-paying jobs such as working at a gas station. DC