In this episode, author Libby Cudmore joins the podcast to explore the vibrant world of the 1990s Swing Revival era. Libby and Chad discuss the cultural shifts that fueled the revival, trace the evolution of Swing Revival bands, and reflect on the era's energy and influences. The conversation extends to comedic scenes in movies, critical reviews of the Roadhouse remake, and pivotal albums within the swing genre. Chad and Libby also touch on the commercialization of swing in the mainstream and music's impact on creativity and personal expression.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Libby’s website

https://libbycudmore.com/

“Khakis Swing” commercial

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJ735krOiPo

Chad’s grocery store playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0l9cY5TUUqovrlgVDzSz7O?si=0d964647bb7c4a84

“Sin City Swing” playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6wmTuUdSVPQ1YNiYEpSzui

“Consider the Daddies” playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5UE9nOIqHRsbgSrFSww4it

Episode 19 playlist (Spotify)

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3fmZYyiioYGzdZmOpfEmyl?si=093482b36aea46d0

Episode 19 playlist (YouTube)

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlmz7TgGjvb4elcmGYlVvSy742-mxbmsa

NEWSLETTER:

https://auralmess.substack.com

MERCH:

https://www.bonfire.com/store/auralmess

FOLLOW ME:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auralmess/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@auralmess

Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/auralmess

Website: https://auralmess.com

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Introduction

3:23 The Origins of the Swing Revival

6:35 The place of Ska in the revival scene

11:23 Fashion and cultural significance of Swing Revival

18:01 "Swingers" and the “Roadhouse” remake

21:35 The outlier: Squirrel Nut Zippers

31:21 Rediscovering Cherry Poppin' Daddies' catalog

36:56 Rockabilly Revival and fashion trends

47:00 The end of the Swing Revival and The Gap as culture-killer

59:45 Branching out musically and Supermarket songs

1:10:54 Libby’s new novel and final thoughts

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.