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Podcast: What the Riff Next Gen
Episode: 1982 - June: Stray Cats “Built for Speed”
Description: While many bands of the 80's were focusing on the synth-heavy New Wave or screaming guitars of Hard Rock, one band was taking their inspiration from the 50's roots of Rock. The Stray Cats came out of New York in 1979 and developed a devoted following quickly, but moved to the UK after hearing of a revival of the 50's subculture there. Inspired by the Sun Records artists of the 50's, the Stray Cats combined Rockabilly and Punk genres to form their sound.
The Stray Cats were a trio with Brian Setzer on guitar and lead vocals, Lee Roc...