Another month, another quiz. Because November 1st occurs
Administrative fun over, keep your eyes peeled, maybe you actually recognize something :)) Rulz stay the same, 10 points for getting the band right, 10 points for knowing the name of the song. And 10 extra points for whomever knows both and provides the first answer. Each quiz is valid for exactly one week after it has been posted (or until I remember to close it down)...
Here it is boys and girls:
I know I should provide you with some details, as they were never *big* and I only remember them because I really liked this song. Well, they're from New York, they were active in the 80's and 90's and have 4 albums. Last one from 1993. This song was featured on that last album. No point in providing band members' names. Jerry Cantrell (of Alice in Chains) is the only name that rings a bell here. But he only produced this effort :))
UPDATED:
Circus of Power practically personified New York's sleaze rock scene during the late '80s and early '90s. Despite the band's failure to reach radio or MTV acceptance, they managed several major-label releases and toured with some of the biggest names in rock. The group's music and image had an edge that — while similar to many of America's post-Guns N' Roses gutter-centric outfits — reflected their all-important New York City roots. Their urban jungle was a different one; it was more jungle-like in its toughness and stark reality. Unfortunately, the contrast inherent in the L.A. gutter rock of L.A. Guns and other West Coast bands was exactly what made them mysterious and interesting to their fans. Circus of Power came off as tough alright, but their borrowed lifestyle message seemed out of place at best. Despite all this, the band deserves some credit for their capable songcraft and singer Alex Mitchell's better-than-average voice.
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Circus of Power "Mama Tequila"
Album "Magic & Madness" - 1993
Here's a dedicated youtube channel to brush up your sleaze rock lore:
http://youtube.com/user/circusofpowernet
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