I saw the Dead Boys at least 50 times back in 77 thru 79. I just tried to watch the singer trying to be Stiv, made it thru 1 minute or so and had to get out of there. Stiv was a great guy, he can't be replaced.
Young Loud & Snotty is one of the greatest punk records of all time, I’m thankful they never got to re-recorded it. It’s one of the best sounding punk albums in my opinion, along with the Ramones first record.
Ran into Cheetah at the Dead Kennedys-DOA-Kraut-SSD show @ Paramount Staten Island NY in 1981. Me and the boys knew who he was, but gave him the "You look like Cheetah Chrome, but he's dead" routine. He spent 15 minutes trying to convince us that he wasn't dead. Many drugs involved
I still remember all the "real punk rockers" at school reacting with a, "Who?", when they asked me what punk bands I liked. "Real" is such a subjective term.
When I even saw Stiv Bators it was Lords of the New Church..russian roulette..on early MTV....I'm 49....think about that...same with Pete Shelley....Patrick
14:09 Felix from Mountain tried to produce the Dead Boys??? He was killed by his wife (by accident) and dated Juliana Hatfield's mother during college years. Juliana mentions Felix in her book.
He produced their second album "We've come for your children". Its actually a great album, but I understand why they weren't that happy with it back then!
12:58 Vocabulary word of the day.. Extricate: free (someone or something) from a constraint or difficulty. Nice lil' words classic punkers learn after dealing with attorneys and record labels.
I saw the Dead Boys at least 50 times back in 77 thru 79. I just tried to watch the singer trying to be Stiv, made it thru 1 minute or so and had to get out of there. Stiv was a great guy, he can't be replaced.
He does does the Stiv voice a bit, but if you take the band on their own terms they’re pretty good and Jake is a great frontman.
I just watched The Dead Boys live at CBGB in 1977 nobody can replace Stiv Baters
stiv bators !
nobody indeed
Young Loud & Snotty is one of the greatest punk records of all time, I’m thankful they never got to re-recorded it. It’s one of the best sounding punk albums in my opinion, along with the Ramones first record.
Spot on
The guitar tones are so damn punchy
As a huge Dead Boys fan I can only say this is easily the best interview with and about the band! Informative, lots of cool stories. Thanks!
Rest In Peace stiv bators
Ran into Cheetah at the Dead Kennedys-DOA-Kraut-SSD show @ Paramount Staten Island NY in 1981. Me and the boys knew who he was, but gave him the "You look like Cheetah Chrome, but he's dead" routine. He spent 15 minutes trying to convince us that he wasn't dead. Many drugs involved
Cheetah has always said he didn't like hardcore. But I think he's said DK and Black Flag specifically were good.
Ahhh paramount
Thanks for nailing these legends. One of the greatest bands of all time
The only person on par with Stiv in the 21st century is his all time idol, Iggy Pop.
Going to see them Tonight! Can't wait.
Saw them in the 70’s and 80’s and I saw them again last night with Jake. Not the same band but they rocked. Really liked it.
I still remember all the "real punk rockers" at school reacting with a, "Who?", when they asked me what punk bands I liked. "Real" is such a subjective term.
Yeah you say punk and you gotta explain yourself that the punk you listened to had balls.... patrick
WOW That first album is a freaking demo!!!!!! What a demo!!!!!!!!!
Just saw them perform. Cheetah and I have been friends since high school. He kidnapped me for the night and we just laughed and had a great time
Cheetah talks like he’s holding in a bong hit.
hopefully not still a junky? thought I saw a spot on his right arm.
Saw them last night in SF - excellent show. Jake was great on vocals.
When I even saw Stiv Bators it was Lords of the New Church..russian roulette..on early MTV....I'm 49....think about that...same with Pete Shelley....Patrick
*Johnny Blitz & Cheetah Chrome!* luvyaguys..! :)
DUDE. THANKS. This is so amazing.
He's like an old Stone Cold Steve Austin. Dead Boys were the definition of punk rock.
seeing them tonite!
Legends
Awesome
Woow... Great man ❗
Johnny Blitz is looking a bit llike Fred "Herman" Gwynne.
What the fuck how is cheeta chrome still alive. I definitely would have thought he would have died by now
The Hellblazer I completely agree with you, cheetah is bilingual he speaks ozzy
Remember him so fucked up , great times seeing them at CBGB
Right on
Cleveland is one tough fucking City you know you got to be tough to come out of Cleveland
May 5th Saturday Record Swap Meet @ Now Thats Class in Cleveland ... Cleveland & N.E.Ohio bands big reform show
14:09 Felix from Mountain tried to produce the Dead Boys???
He was killed by his wife (by accident) and dated Juliana Hatfield's mother during college years. Juliana mentions Felix in her book.
He produced their second album "We've come for your children". Its actually a great album, but I understand why they weren't that happy with it back then!
gotta say Johnny looks a little like Ed Gein from some angles
Ted Danson
Cheetah looks wasted
I’m guessing he may be on methadone after years of heroin use. Just a guess though.
good job fellas.
I hope cheetah is off the dope. Looked like he was nodding off a couple of times. Glad the boys are doing well and together. Great interview
If he ain't no hassle. Hes a grown man.
dude hes like fuckin 70 and still alive. if he wants to do dope for the rest of his life then who cares
He’s like 70+ years old man.
these guys are burnt but cool.
What’s this guy on?
...All of life’s hardships
I suggest extra mics ..cool though... but you look like a 70s game show host ..do u have podcast ??
Thanks for your comment capone609 I have almost 700 interviews on this youtube page some dating back to 1997.
Blairingout thanks for this interview. This was great to watch
12:58 Vocabulary word of the day..
Extricate: free (someone or something) from a constraint or difficulty.
Nice lil' words classic punkers learn after dealing with attorneys and record labels.
time to use the free bus passes.
Sounds like he’s dying live on CZcams...
😭😭😭
Can anyone tell what they are drinking?
Chris J Tecate from Mexico
Why the fuck are they in a library?
18:30 Johnny Blitz got stabbed many times and is alive and well.
You git an issue with books???
Duh duh