Like most bands, Australias Hoodoo Gurus were largely the product of their influences; unlike most bands, however, the Hoodoos channelled their insipration from the vast entirety of the American pop cultural landscape, drawing on such disparate sources as B-movies, bad sitcoms, and junk food — in tandem with the usual suspects like garage rock, power pop, and surf — to create a distinctly kitschy and catchy sound. \r \r Formed in Sydney in 1981, Le Hoodoo Gurus (as they were originally dubbed) were led by singer/songwriter Dave Faulkner, who along with drummer James Baker previously served as a member of the short-lived Perth punk unit the Victims (best known for the autobiographical single Television Addict). Ex-Scientist Rod Radalj and Kimble Rendall rounded out the groups initial line-up, and their unique sound (three guitars, no bass) — along with Faulkners infectious songs — quickly earned them a record deal. After issuing the 1982 debut ...