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The Rave Ups
Folk Rock / Rockabilly / Alternative



Los Angeles
United States

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Last Login:  30/12/2009
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Member Since02/01/2007
Band Websitehttp://theacf.com/raveups
Band MembersJimmer Podrasky
Timothy Jimenez
Terry Wilson
Tom Blatnik
Douglas Leonard
Chuck Wada










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Discography

Class Tramp
1984 EP, Fun Stuff

Town and Country
1985 album, Fun Stuff

Positively Lost Me
1985 7" single, Fun Stuff

These Wishes
1986 12" single, Fun Stuff

Book of Your Regrets
1988 album, EPIC

She Says (Come Around)
1989 cassette single, EPIC

Hamlet Meets John Doe
1989 3-track promo, EPIC

Chance
1990 album, EPIC

A Chance Conversation
1990 promo, EPIC

Record LabelEpic, Fun Stuff
Type of LabelMajor


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Roots-rock quartet the Rave-Ups was formed in 1980 by frontman Jimmer Podrasky, a Pittsburgh native who founded the group while studying English at Carnegie-Mellon University. The original incarnation of the band briefly relocated to Los Angeles before dissolving, prompting Podrasky to return home and accept a job as a house painter; he then traveled back to Southern California, recruiting drummer Timothy Jimenez to record the Rave-Ups' 1984 debut EP, Class Tramp, with the aid of session musicians Chuck Wada on guitar and Douglas Leonard on bass. Guitarist Terry Wilson and bassist Tommy Blatnik cemented the lineup prior to cutting 1985's acclaimed Town + Country. A year later, at the behest of avid fan Molly Ringwald, the group appeared in the actress' film, Pretty in Pink. All the media exposure resulted in a major label contract with Epic, and in 1988 the Rave-Ups issued The Book of Your Regrets. Despite high commercial expectations, the album failed to make much of a chart impact, however, and after completing 1990's Chance, the group disbanded. Podrasky later formed the Lovin' Miserys with ex-Concrete Blonde drummer Harry Rushakoff, releasing Happy as Hell in 1996. ~ Jason Ankeny, All Music Guide



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Allison

Allison



21 Dec 2009 17:47

Listening to Town and Country while working. Thanks for being a part of my life!
The Auto Moto 3 Wheel Scooter

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11 Dec 2009 18:33

Thanks for the add!




Also, don't forget to become a fan of our facebook page!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Auto-Moto/71200011397?v=wall&ref=search
Kate

Kate McKoy



27 Nov 2009 06:53


Since 1979

Since 1979



26 Nov 2009 02:25


 


~Happy Thanksgiving~



Jimmy Drew

Jimmy Drew
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13 Nov 2009 22:41

Hi Guy's..Stopping By To Wish You A Wonderful & Safe Weekend..Your Friend Jimmy Drew
The Rave Ups

The Rave Ups



6 Nov 2009 22:35

THE RAVE-UPS WILL BE PERFORMING AN IMPROMPTU "ACOUSTIC" SET ON THE STREET IN FRONT OF THE HOITY TOITY BOUTIQUE IN NORTH HOLLYWOOD (ON TUJUNGA SOUTH OF MOORPARK) ON SATURDAY (11/7) FROM SUNSET-TO-WHENEVER. THOSE OF YOU IN THE LA AREA SHOULD  COME ON OUT--IT MIGHT BE A BIT CHILLY SO DRESS WARMLY. 
The Rave Ups

The Rave Ups



4 Nov 2009 23:15

A Facebook music page now exists for The Rave-Ups and includes the band's three rarely-seen videos (of She Says Come Around, Respectfully King of Rain and Night Before Xmas). There are also some homemade videos made by fans. Check them out!
Since 1979

Since 1979



30 Oct 2009 21:25


 
x♥x♣

The Rave Ups

The Rave Ups



26 Oct 2009 23:56

The Rave-Ups ground-breaking 1985 album "Town + Country" is now available for download at iTunes, Rhapsody, Napster, Amazon, etc. Download a track or two (or ten) including "Positively Lost Me," "Rave-Up/Shut-Up," and "By The Way."
~CM~

~CM~



25 Sep 2009 18:44

Thanks so much for the add!!!! Positively Lost Me has been my favorite song since I saw Pretty In Pink with my sister when I was 6! 
RoniEvil

RoniEvil



16 Aug 2009 14:05

Thanks so much for the add you guys  xx xx
Alien Skin

Alien Skin



15 Aug 2009 23:22

Hi The Rave Ups, thanks for accepting my friend request. I appreciate the opportunity to introduce You to the music of ALIEN SKIN.

The ATMOSPHERE continues on the debut album DON’T OPEN TILL DOOMSDAY. You may listen to it on the Alien Skin website by clicking the CD artwork.

Get PROMOTIONAL songs including: The Unquiet Grave, After the Funeral & Burning In My Hands FREE from my BabyFace widget on my Profile!
 
George

Don't Open Till Doomsday by Alien Skin: A kaleidoscope of electronic melancholia @ www.alienskinmusic.com
Francisco

Francisco



8 Aug 2009 17:38

I love your music! Cheers to you :) thanks for having me to your list of friends! Peace & love FRANCISCO
Centascope

Centascope



5 Aug 2009 18:19

Hi The Rave Ups

Just stopping by to say hello and give you some news. The new album 'Coolgilly and the Freakshow' from Centascope is now available worldwide from CD Baby and directly from the merchandise page of the official website.
You can also get the album from Apple iTunes, MSN Music, Rhapsody, Napster, Amazon and many more.

Since 1979

Since 1979



24 Jul 2009 01:02

..It All Starts Somewhere..

(I SAY) Come Around Jimmer
You Are Missed~ Rave-Upsxxxooo
Jeff Graham

Jeff Graham



28 Jun 2009 09:36

Jimmer, was nice to read your comments. You have been, for me, one of rock's great mystery men. Mystery is cool. I think those two albums on Epic were brilliant. I at least got to mention this to Terry Wilson when he was out at Lou Whitney's place in Springfield in the early '90's. Wish I could've seen you guys live. Looking forward to anything new and/or a reunion, Jeff Graham.
Jimmer

Jimmer



28 Jun 2009 06:35

Being a sort-of social recluse, I've never posted any comments on this site...but now is as good a time as any to finally do that. Firstly, I need to and want to thank Lisa R, the person who started this site in 2007. If there were more people like her, this would be (pardon the lame pun) a better world. I'd also like to thank those of you who still listen to this music and to the songs I've written over the years; I want you to know that it's meant a lot to me and that I still write and play, but mostly in the privacy of my own living room. Maybe that will change soon since I'm feeling the urge to play publicly more often, and with a renewed sense of passion and commitment. I owe most of that to my son and to those of you who still listen to the songs...this is a long-overdue THANK YOU to everyone.

Love and gratitude,

Jimmer
CHANCE

CHANCE



26 Jun 2009 01:10

THE RAVE UPS TOWN + COUNTRY MP3's NOW AVAILABLE ON RHAPSODY AND WILL BE AVAILABLE ON iTUNES THIS WEEK . GO GET YOURSELF THIS CLASSIC FOR YOUR IPOD OR FAVORITE DEVICE!

http://www.rhapsody.com/the-rave-ups/town-and-country
sPider

sPider



26 Mar 2009 17:46

Any chance of a reunion show? I would fly anywhere in the country to see you guys.
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16 Mar 2009 13:29

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Cheers from Germany!
The Mannequin Police

The Mannequin Police



11 Nov 2008 23:59

Thanks for the friendship.
Underdog Standing

Underdog Standing



11 Nov 2008 01:04

thx 4 the add
Rockin’ Bones Entertainment

Rockin’ Bones Entertainment



7 Oct 2008 00:36

Thanks for uploading "Right Now"! It is one of our favorites:)
pablobone

pablobone



16 Jul 2008 03:23

I hope you guys play the East coast someday. Hopefully in Wilmington NC, or Myrtle Beach. Thanks for the add.

I hope your tunes become more available accessible soon, cause I'd love to hear more!
Barbara

Barbara



21 Jun 2008 11:50

thanks for beeing friends
great sound
All the best
Barbara
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