Bruce Springsteen fans are some of the most dedicated in the world and this week on ‘Built For Speed’ we have a look at one of their biggest in the feel-good British comedy-drama ‘Blinded by the Light’. We’ll also let you know about Ang Lee’s latest film, ‘Gemini Man’ which stars two Will Smiths. There’ll be many fine tunes to
Read moreBlinded by the Light, the title of course coming from a Bruce Springsteen song, falls into that sub-genre of quirky, feel-good British working class comedy/dramas like Brassed Off, Pride, The Full Monty and Billy Elliot. This film has the energy and charm typical of these movies but also their predictability and occasional cheesiness. This film is based on the real-life
Read moreBuilt for Speed – 20th January 2017 YOU AM I – Good advices. (Aus) LORIKEET – Why. (Aus) WET LIPS – Shame (Aus) CASH SAVAGE AND THE LAST DRINKS – Bareknuckle boogie. (Aus) PJ HARVEY – The community of hope. KASABIAN – Fire. JETT – Last chance. (Aus) BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN – I’m going down. ROY ORBISON – In dreams. BOB
Read moreThis week on Built For Speed we deliver our verdict on the massive Bruce Springsteen gig at AAMI park and treat you to some Springsteen classics. There’s also plenty of newer material, some more alternative fare and lots of great Aussie tracks. Movie-wise we begin our Oscar countdown with an in-depth look at the much lauded 12 Years A Slave and also
Read moreBuilt For Speed – Playlist – Friday 7th February 2014 REDD KROSS – Stay away from downtown. STARKY – City Prison Doors. (Aus) THE DRONES – Baby squared. (Aus) CLAIRY BROWNE & THE BANGIN’ RACKETTES – Walk of shame. (Aus) RED HOT CHILLI PEPPERS – Can’t stop. LOON LAKE – Carolina. (Aus) BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN – Brilliant disguise. ELASTICA – Stutter.
Read moreThis Saturdays episode of Radio Ga Ga will feature songs about “The End of The World”. Yes yes REM will be in for a visit to perform “It’s the end of the world as we know it” but here will be a host of other acts swinging by Radio Ga Ga including The Clash, The Eels, Smashing Pumpkins, Blondie, Bruce
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