In Session 11 w/ Jan Alkema from Compulsion - 343
This week our pal Jan Alkema, drummer of the bands The Drum/China Drum and Compulsion returns. This time here's here to discuss the story of Compulsion. We cover the band's history, its ups and downs, and some behind-the-scenes stories. We hear about Jan's journey from joining The Amazing Colossal Men to Compulsion's battle with record labels, relentless touring, and eventual disbandment. Along the way, Jan drops some memorable anecdotes, including a run-in with Dave Grohl, a misadventure with Cradle of Filth, and plenty of backstage dramas. It's a helluva a ride, a candid real and entertaining look at a band that never quite got its due. 9:27 - Compulsion History and Formation 21:20 - The Amazing Colossal Men & in court with Virgin 29:24 - A fresh start and London 34:25 - The early EPs 39:49 - Touring, Elektra and Comforter 48:14 - Demostikon 50:34 - Timings, genres and peers 01:02:11 - The arrival of Britrock 01:06:21 - The Future is Medium 01:12:11 - The beginning of the end 01:17:08 - After the band 01:22:56 - Reissues 01:24:59 - Late trivia and gossip