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James Last is one of the most prolific artists ever, with more than 190 records released. In this 1974 record, he is very clear with his intentions. He wants you to dance. And never stop.

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Slim Whitman is known for his yodelling style and some cringey informercials in the 80s. In this 1980 record, he resembles the lovechild of an evil cowboy and Liberace. It's a strong look, but is it a strong album?

Show notes: http://www.onedollarvinyl.com/slim-whitman-songs-i-love-to-sing/ 

You may know John Laws as a radio personality - The Man With The Golden Tonsils. But did you know he also released several albums? This 1971 album is all about truckin'.

Get the idea of your mum doing a straight-armed wiggle out of your head. Because these ladies are the different kind of mothers. Motherf**kers that have no problem putting men in their place.

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Sheila Rock, photographer

Film clip

The Belle Stars - Iko Iko

Mo-Dettes - White Mice

Bic Runga - Sway

This 1981 record took a 1977 children's book about rainbow eating goblins and made it into an instrumental concept album. Why? Honestly, we have no idea.

Show notes:

"The Rainbow Goblins" by Ul de Rico

The Neverending Story

Grimes - Butterfly

Sadistic Mika Band

Takanaka playing a novelty guitar

Live performance of this record

The keyboard player from the record

An example of a "talkbox"

"The Desaturating Seven" by Primus.

Join us as we let actual human, not small flying mammal, Bat McGrath serenade us with tales of getting drunk in a small town. 1978 was a different time, so we'll let you decide how much you want to forgive some questionable references to cracking on to a 15 year old.

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Bat McGrath and Don Potter - Someone Take Me Home

Wynonna Judd - Some Rainy Day

Van Halen - Jump

What's the best way to find potential band members? If Manhattan Transfer are to be believed, the answer is: by driving a taxi around New York city. This 1976 album might prompt you to start talking to your Uber driver, at the very least.

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The Manhattan Transfer on "Home Improvement"

Alan Paul in "Hey Arnold"

This 1976 record is wall to wall Americana. Brought to you by seven Nederlanders who have never been to America. What could go wrong?

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Vader Abraham Smurfenlied

Pussycat on "Top Pop"

The Vangaboys

Cocaine. Island livin'. Pirates. Old movies. Winning back lost loves. If that piques your interest, you are going to love this 1982 record.

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Key Largo film clip

The actress from the Key Largo clip's story

"Christmas in Hollywood" trailer - a film made by Bertie Higgins

If you want to listen to music about staying in bed on Sunday, going to Grandma's party AND losing your virginity in an orgy, you've come to the right place!

Show notes:

Paul Nicholas narrating "Spot"

"Reggae Like It Used To Be"

Paul Nicholas starring in the rock opera film "Tommy"

MIKA 

Queen