Sep 1, 2010 | Asylum Street Spankers
After nearly seventeen magnificent years, underground legends the Asylum Street Spankers are retiring from the relentless touring schedule that has been a hallmark of their storied career. Although fan support is stronger than ever, the challenges of keeping a seven...Feb 7, 2010 | Asylum Street Spankers, Features
The Asylum Street Spankers joined NPR’s Liane Hansen for an interview and performance, aired nationwide on Weekend Edition Sunday. Hear live versions of songs from the new album, God’s Favorite Band. Discover which Spanker was twirling a fire baton that...Oct 6, 2009 | Asylum Street Spankers, new releases
Austin’s postmodern jug bandtakes a wide left turn with the world’s first agnostic gospel album.- Mixing raucous old traditionals with wryly humanistic originals from co-bandleader Wammo, the all-acoustic roots mob pays homage to one of America’s...Sep 30, 2008 | Asylum Street Spankers, new releases
A man works long hours at the circus, cleaning up after the animals and giving enemas to constipated elephants. A friend, observing the menial nature of the work, offers to help the man find another job. The man replies, “What? And give up show biz?” The...