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The official podcast for Alternative Tentacles Records and Jello Biafra. As one of the most legendary independent labels in the world, Alternative Tentacles remains a vital and abundant source of punk rock, hardcore, spoken word artistry and a wealth of other genres. Founded in 1979 by then-Dead Kennedys frontman and outspoken provocateur Jello Biafra, A.T. has never shied away from embracing both the radical and the experimental, serving to expand the world’s idea of what constitutes punk.

Location:

United States

Description:

The official podcast for Alternative Tentacles Records and Jello Biafra. As one of the most legendary independent labels in the world, Alternative Tentacles remains a vital and abundant source of punk rock, hardcore, spoken word artistry and a wealth of other genres. Founded in 1979 by then-Dead Kennedys frontman and outspoken provocateur Jello Biafra, A.T. has never shied away from embracing both the radical and the experimental, serving to expand the world’s idea of what constitutes punk.

Language:

English

Contact:

510 896-8985


Episodes
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What is Going On? - Alternative Tentacles Update with DOMINIC DAVI

2/9/2024
Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb) sits down to review the last few months of Alternative Tentacles Records! Talking about the launch of the new website, the new Patreon, Krampus Night 2023, the state of represses, and new releases the label has been involved in. Hear tracks from ArnoCorps, NomeansNo, Jello Biafra and the Raunch and Soul All-Stars, Sandrider, The Darts, Jello Biafra with Motorpsycho, and DFMK!

Duration:00:54:05

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Freya Hausman - General Manager of Alternative Tentacles Records

9/20/2023
This week Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb, Loud Graves) sits down with the new General Manager of Alternative Tentacles Records, Freya Hausman. They talk about how Feya got started as an intern at A.T. years ago, running her own label, interviewing with Jello Biafra, and taking over the label. They talk about upcoming plans for the label, the status of the 7" Club, the coming Patreon plans, and more! Featuring the music of Tribe 8, Wheelchair Sports Camp, and Westley Willis Learn more about Tribe 8: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tribe_8 Hear more Wheelchair Sports Camp: https://wheelchairsportscamp.bandcamp.com/ Hear more Westley Willis: https://wesleywillis.bandcamp.com/ Find out more about all things Alternative Tentacles Records at: https://alternativetentacles.com Find out more about Dominic Davi at: https://tsunamibomb.net https://www.3gigspodcast.com

Duration:00:51:49

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The Return of The bATcast with Dominic Davi

8/24/2023
Dominic Davi (bassist for Tsunami Bomb) returns to the bATcast after a long absence, to give you the lastest news on all things Alternative Tentacles Records! He answers questions submitted by fans from the facebook group that cover when particular records are coming out, the status of the 7" Club, and humming tunes into our answering machine. He also spins tracks from SPANK MACHINE, THE DARTS, MINISTRY, TSUNAMI BOMB, and LEGENDARY SHACK SHAKERS! The bATcast is back!

Duration:00:44:42

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VINYL-GEDDON

3/18/2022
In this episode of the Alternative Tentacles bATcast, Kevin None and Dominic Davi (from Tsunami Bomb) return to spin records and answer your questions about AT! Track Listing: Legendary Shack Shakers "God Forsaken Town" CockadoodleDeux https://alternativetentacles.com/product/cockadoodledeux-album/ ArnoCorps "Pumping Iron" Two More https://alternativetentacles.com/product/two-more/ (we stupidly called this song "Two More"... sorry guys) Culture Shock "Uncivilized" Attention Span https://alternativetentacles.com/product/attention-span/ Zolar-X "Space Age Love" Timeless https://alternativetentacles.com/product-tag/zolar-x/ Voivod "War And Pain" To The Death 84 https://alternativetentacles.com/product/to-the-death-84/ The Silver Machine "Repairable Eyes" Standing On The Bare Ground https://alternativetentacles.com/product/standing-on-the-bare-ground/ Jello Biafra & The Guantanamo School Of Medicine "We Created Putin" Tea Party Revenge Porn https://alternativetentacles.com/product/tea-party-revenge-porn-album/

Duration:01:23:59

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Alternative Tentacles Radio: Spring 2022

3/3/2022
THE RETURN OF AT RADIO! Give your day a background soundtrack as DJ Kevin None & DJ Nina spin records from the AT catalog in this very special Spring Sale themed episode!

Duration:01:33:40

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What Would Jello Do? Part 102: The Trucker Protests

2/28/2022
On the latest episode of What Would Jello Do?, Jello looks at the recent Trucker Protests. Talking about a few points that the media hasn't been mentioning enough. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:28:22

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Alternative Tentacles Update 2022

2/18/2022
Dominic Davi, Kevin None, and Nina sit down and play tracks from the latest releases from Alternative Tentacles Records artists, Spindrift, Legendary Shack Shakers, Itchy-O, and more! They also answer live questions from listeners!

Duration:01:18:47

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What Would Jello Do? Part 101: THE ROTTENHOLE VERDICT

11/29/2021
Jello Biafra discusses concerns regarding the recent Kyle Rittenhouse verdict. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:17:53

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What Would Jello Do? Part 100: The Great Betrayal (part 4)

9/13/2021
In Jello Biafra's 100th episode of "What Would Jello Do?" he concludes his 4 part series on The Great Betrayal in Afghanistan. A must listen. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:22:09

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What Would Jello Do? Part 99: The Great Betrayal (part 3)

9/9/2021
Part 3 in a series with Jello Biafra discussing "The Great Betrayal" in Afghanistan. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:09:38

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What Would Jello Do? Part 98: The Great Betrayal (part 2)

9/7/2021
Part 2 in a series with Jello Biafra discussing "The Great Betrayal" in Afghanistan. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:17:09

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What Would Jello Do? Part 97: The Great Betrayal (part 1)

9/5/2021
Joe Biden has pulled American Troops out of Afghanistan. While Americans did need to leave, what are the implications of this decision and how much did "The Blob" influence the way this was brought about? What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:11:25

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What Would Jello Do? Part 96: Texas

9/5/2021
With the Supreme Court allowing the Texas Abortion law to go in effect while it’s legality is still being debated, this has huge implications across the board for women, and for us all. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:12:31

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Jello Biafra - The First Great Betrayal

8/21/2021
"This isn’t our first “Great Betrayal” of Afghanistan. We did it in the 1990’s too!" - Jello Biafra In the wake of the United States' complete withdrawal from Afghanistan, we ask you to step back to 2002, and Jello Biafra's classic spoken word album, Virus 290 "Machine Gun In The Clown's Hand". Jello talks about some of the American policies that has lead us to this moment. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED LISTENING

Duration:00:11:07

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What Would Jello Do? Part 95: The California Recall

8/21/2021
There are ballots arriving in mailboxes all over California this week, to consider the fate of Governor Gavin Newscum. However what happens if he is removed from office? Is the outcome far worse? How does Dianne Feinstein play into all this? What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com​

Duration:00:11:07

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"Where's My Order?" - Update on the Spring Sale orders!

6/30/2021
The AT staff pulls back the curtain on the bATcave, and gives updates on what has delayed some of the orders from the Spring Sale. We also learn about Pi_Pi! Songs played: Jello Biafra & The Guantanamo School Of Medine "Blunder Blubber" Tsunami Bomb "The Lullaby For The End Of The World" The Darts "Love U 2 Death" Dicks "Hate The Police" The World/Inferno Friendship Society "All I Can Do To Help You With Your Nightmares Is Keep You Up Late"

Duration:00:39:28

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Guantanamo School Of Medicine - Tea Party Revenge Porn Interview

5/7/2021
Alternative Tentacles own Anne-Marie Anderson, sits down with her old friends Ralph Spright, Larry Boothroyd, and Jason Willer... collectively known as Guantanamo School of Medicine (with Jello Biafra). They talk about the new album, "Tea Party Revenge Porn" and just what it's like to be in a band with Jello!

Duration:00:55:22

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What Would Jello Do? Part 92: THE RETURN OF MASS SHOOTINGS

4/20/2021
Mass shootings are back with a vengeance. Jello examines the causes of these shootings and what we should do about it. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com

Duration:00:10:20

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$10 LP SALE SPECIAL

4/14/2021
Kevin None continues his journey through the Alternative Tentacles discography, this time focusing on some of the LPs that will be for sale this weekend in our online store!

Duration:01:08:05

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$1 CD SALE SPECIAL

4/14/2021
Kevin None returns to highlight some choice cuts from the Alternative Tentacles discography, and give you some ideas of what CDs to pick up from the upcoming sale this weekend (or any time)! Some great tracks played on this one.

Duration:01:24:03