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Ugly Things Magazine
Ugly Things
Ugly Things Magazine, the ultimate rock ‘n’ roll read is now a podcast! Hosted by author and music journalist Mike Stax, Ugly Things brings you wild sounds from past dimensions, when rock ‘n’ roll was young, daring, dangerous and vital. Each episode brings you the very best in ’60s beat, garage rock, punk and psychedelic music, featuring interviews and profiles about the era’s most influential and underrated bands and artists, as well as reviews of vinyl and CD reissues, music-related books and films. Passionate, insightful, in-depth coverage of the overlooked music of the 1950s, ’60s, ’70s...
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Ratings & Reviews
5.0 stars from 74 ratings
The Gold Standard
Much like the beloved Ugly Things magazine the accompanying podcast is the gold standard for great lesser known bands and artists. Just listened to a deep dive into the Pretty Things majestic Parachutes album and learned new things about a favorite album. Well worth plunging into!
Sir Godfrey Lushington via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/31/24
AMAZING
Thanks Mike and crew for everything you do!
Budrocket1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/30/24
Essential Listening
A great listen. Mike Stax’s respectful and knowledgeable approach draws out information you will not hear elsewhere. His recent interviews with Johnny Echols and the wonderful Cyril Jordan are both hilarious and insightful, painting vivid pictures of the West Coast music scene of the late 60s and...Read full review »
Novabass via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 04/14/23
Recent Episodes
In this episode guitarist and founder Ed Kuepper talks about the early years of the Saints in Brisbane, Australia, and the making of their savage but soulful debut album (I’m) Stranded in 1976. Please support the podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/uglythingspod, where you can enjoy...
Published 10/03/24
Greg Stackhouse Prevost returns to talk about his fantastic new album, After the Wars, who reflect on their musical philosophy and motivation for continuing to create music. https://gregstackhouseprevost.bandcamp.com/album/after-the-wars https://www.facebook.com/greg.prevost.399 Please support...
Published 09/06/24
Mike Stax talks to Melody Maker writer Chris Charlesworth about his experiences on the front lines of rock journalism in London, LA and New York City in the 1970s. Find Chris' book here: https://www.amazon.com/Just-Backdated-Chris-Charlesworth/dp/1915858224 Read the...
Published 08/21/24
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