David Johansen first captured rock audiences attention in the early seventies with his group the New York Dolls. His departure from the Dolls led to a solo career that has enjoyed great critical acclaim. “Here Comes the Night” is David Johansen’s latest album. On tour with Pat Benator, We spoke with David Johansen last month when he appeared here in .Syracuse. Q – With touring so expensive these days, how can you afford to do it? A – It’s pretty much down to keeping the expenses down as much as…
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Sound Barrier Interview
Q – What happened with Sound Barrier and M.C.A. Records? A – Sound Barrier was signed by the former president of M.C.A. Records, Bob Siger. Bob Siger was replaced one month after the release of our record by Irving Azoff. Thirty-five of the forty-four acts on M.C.A. were released from their contract. We couldn’t have been happier. M.C.A. did nothing for us, except deliver records to the store. There was no pro motion. Sound Barrier and our manager ended up financing our own video “Rock Without The Roll” which received…
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