FogBlueInSanFran
Well-Known Member
Oh my word, I thought I was the only one on earth.The Tubes in their early years were very Zappaish...
First off, they're local to me, so they hold a special place in my heart.
Second, their first record (self-titled) is on my list of favor(u)rites ever made, as is the song 'White Punks on Dope" -- both made my top 20s on the @BlueHammer85 lists, and I'm sure I'm the only one who had them. Long-form punk in 1975. It's still a great, great tune.
Third, they had a number of records that were very funny and displayed remarkable musicianship -- totally underrated in that regard -- and though I never saw them until they dropped the Quay Lude sideshow (i.e. during The Completion Backwards Principle era), I understand they were incredible live in the old days.
Just happy to see someone else even remembers them. No record reminds me of San Francisco more than that first album -- the quintessential City by the Bay band, despite others who might claim it. Truly reflective of the nuttiness of this town.