The Stems - Terminal Cool (Anthology 1983-1986) (2005)

The music on this CD captures a confident, self-assured band recorded during those halcyon years of 1983–1986 proving that Perth, Australia's The Stems were indeed an extremely varied animal. This collection effectively showcases their versatility from the Fuzztone hits "She’s a Monster" and "Tears Me In Two," to the bluesy garage bop of "On and On," Byrdsian jangle of "Love Will Grow," the pure pop of "Can’t Forget that Girl" and the psychedelic snarl of "Jumping to Conclusions". Includes 5 Previously Unreleased Tracks + contains beutiful 8-page booklet with story and photos.

Formed by Fremantle musician Dom Mariani (a passionate rock ‘n ‘roll fan who cut his teeth as youngster on a staple diet of Beatles, Rolling Stones and swampy Creedence tunes), together with Richard Lane (guitar/keyboard/vocals), Gary Chambers (drums) and Julian Matthews (bass), The Stems introduced their captivating brand of garage rock and roll from the punk ‘n’ snarl of songs like "Make You Mine" and "No Heart" to the Byrdsian pop-jangle of "Love Will Grow" and "At First Sight". This was not your typical "garage" band indeed an emphasis was placed on writing original material that would define their sound.