One year ago, I hit “Publish Now” on the first episode of Abandoned Albums.
I had no idea what I was doing. Fortunately, I learned rather quickly, and over the past year, the show has evolved into what it is now a pretty damn good podcast. 
Luckier still is that I didn’t do too much to this episode because it was still pretty damn good!
The origin of Abandoned Albums is found here on this inaugural episode’s album selection - the 1986 debut record by the LA-based band Broken Homes. 
This self-titled debut captures Broken Homes at that perfect moment. A band with all the talent (as witnessed by what everyone did after the band's dissolution) and momentum going for them. Unfortunately, they didn’t have what was needed most, the support of a good rock and roll record label. If the band had been signed to Geffen Records instead of MCA Records, I am 1000% confident; I would not be writing this now.
[Listen to the Steve Isaacs episode to hear a funny acronym of what MCA stands for.]
When Broken Homes stepped into the studio with producer Jeff Eyrich, the band was undoubtedly firing on all cylinders. You’ll have to listen to the podcast to find out why one member didn’t make the grade for Eyrich despite this. The guy wasn’t fired; they just brought in a studio wizard to cover his part. Sorry, no spoilers… ya gotta listen.
The energy and excitement are palpable throughout the record, but if you need proof, listen to “It’s All Over Now” - arguably, one of the better album closers.
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LINKS:
Jimmy Ashhurst on Instagram
Craig Ross on Instagram
Mike Doman
Craig Aaronson - Obituary from Alternative Press
Jeff Eyrich
Broken Homes on Spotify
“Steeltown Bluestown” Video
Michael Goldstone
Linda Draper (Produced by Jeff Eyerich)
Broken Homes: An Album You Should Know