
This 12 song collection of stories and scenes draws its inspiration from working class life in the North East. Just as The Garden State is known for its diverse blend of cultures, people, and influences, a hodgepodge of Americana, Glam and Folk Rock musical flavors collide to define Joe Normal's sound while revealing an artist in full embrace of
This 12 song collection of stories and scenes draws its inspiration from working class life in the North East. Just as The Garden State is known for its diverse blend of cultures, people, and influences, a hodgepodge of Americana, Glam and Folk Rock musical flavors collide to define Joe Normal's sound while revealing an artist in full embrace of his own story and creative path. This is Glamericana.
2 song physical CD. "We Are The Normal" is a reminder to 'Stay Normal' and never surrender your dreams! An anthem of love and acceptance for our kind, meaning anyone who feels like an outcast or misfit... you are not alone! Backed with "U SAy", a fiery punk finger-point at the media machine that hypnotizes our nation.
"Do you want to hear some great power pop music? Look no further than Joe Normal Hutchinson’s group from the early 00s. You are welcome..." - Curt Vance at Power Pop Overdose
Joe Hutchinson was known as Joe Normal from 1982-92 while in glam rock/punk pop band The Zeros with brother Jimmy aka "Mr. Insane". The brothers left The Zeros to focus their own songwriting. They performed as The Hutchinsons from '92-'98 with bassist Glenn Hayes citing Urge Overkill, XTC, Jellyfish and '90s brit-pop as an influence. When Jimmy and Joe parted ways in 1998, Joe adopted the name Hutch and went on to release 4 albums including this one with drummer Thom Sullivan and Hayes on bass. The power pop trio provide unabashed guitar licks, driving bass, explosive drum rhythms, strapping melodies, and tightly crafted lyrics. Hutch exhibits these and other kick-ass traits showcased on the re-issue of their long out of print 11 track CD available now with 5 bonus tracks!
OUT NOW ON LIBERATION SMILE RECORDS!
A working class guitar-pop anthem that expresses the frustrations of pandemic work restrictions and unemployment set-backs many professional musicians, artists, and performers are facing currently.
THE ANYTOWN'RS are comprised of members of DRAMARAMA (KROQ classic "Anything, Anything"), GUNS N ROSES' Izzy Stradlin Band, Glam-Punk cult heroes The Zeros, and FIONA APPLE -AIMEE MANN producer/guitarist.
Comes in full color eco-pack fold out in a clear sleeve.
On Big Stir Records
Hey all you ANYTOWN'rs!! Get your KEY TO THE CITY!!
Retro motel style keyring with attached USB thumbdrive loaded with songs by Joe Normal and Joe Normal & The Anytown'rs.
Take this music along with you wherever you go! Add more songs as they become available for download!
Meet me in Room 1111 and Enjoy Your Stay!
4" Bright red retro style Motel Key Ring. Double sided print with slogans: Joe Normal / "Welcome To Anytown USA" and "Welcome / Enjoy Your Stay"
Come meet me in Room 1111 and we'll rendezvous in Anytown USA!
HEY...STAY NORMAL. Don't give up on your dreams... stay positive... STAY NORMAL.
These items are sure to raise a smile! Show your support for the normal one, and be proud of the music you love.
2.5" Button / Pinback /Badge "Stay Normal" Large 11 x 3" Vinyl Bumper Sticker "What's Normal" Large 11 x 3" Vinyl Bumper Sticker
"Follow Me To Anytown USA" and show your Rock City pride by displaying these stickers on your bumper, guitar case, lunch box or wherever you wanna plant a flag for Anytown USA! Every town is ANY-town!
Large 8x4" bumper sticker 3" City Seal 3" die cut Entering Anytown USA
2 song physical CD. "We Are The Normal" is a reminder to 'Stay Normal' and never surrender your dreams! An anthem of love and acceptance for our kind, meaning anyone who feels like an outcast or misfit... you are not alone! Backed with "U SAy", a fiery punk finger-point at the media machine that hypnotizes our nation.
Imagine FATS DOMINO jamming with MICK RONSON and BOB DYLAN... I give you "SETBACKS!" A self-produced / written / performed single that features some of my best glam guitar work in awhile.
Lyrically, everything goes wrong financially, so here is a fun recount of my own money nightmare! I'm sure you can all relate, and will certainly have your own financial woes to commiserate about as we sing together on the choruses... "All these setbacks... All these setbacks... that get in the way!"
"SUMMER JOBS" offers a new twist on the classic summertime work doldrums... a middle finger to the bosses and authority killjoys that conspire to suck the fun out of our teenage summer breaks! A retro vibe inspired by The Animals, The Doors, and Mitch Ryder.
Enjoy these 2 tracks built by Working Class hands... Dedicated to my Working Class fans.