Friday, July 3, 2015

Rudds: Phil vs. Paul

I get these two mixed up.  They’re not even related to each other.

Phil Rudd.  Born in Melbourne, Australia in May 1954.  Joined AC/DC as drummer in 1974.  Seen driving a Porsche 928 in “Let There Be Rock”.   He was fired after Flick of the Switch in 1983, but came back in late 1993 in time for Ballbreaker.  He’s had to depart again due to his criminal issues in New Zealand, where he lives. 

His new solo album, Head Job, recently came out.  Not surprisingly, it sounds a bit like AC/DC, but the singer bears more in common with Lemmy (Motorhead) than Bon Scott or Brian Johnson.  It’s quality, if not particularly original or remarkable.  Depending on his legal situation, he may or may not get the chance to tour it.

During his departure from AC/DC he lived in New Zealand and kept a low profile, not professionally involved with any band.  Head Job features guitarist Geoffrey Martin and bassist/singer Allan Badger.

Paul Rudd.  Born in Passaic, New Jersey, in January 1969 – about the same age I am.  He grew up in Kansas.  His first major film role was “Clueless” (w/Alicia Silverstone) and he had a bit part on “Friends” as Phoebe’s boyfriend.  His role as Brian Fontana on “Anchorman” essentially cemented him as a mainstream actor.  Sex Panther!  “60% of the time it works every time!”   “I Love You, Man”, though, with Jason Segal, is probably my favorite role of his.  

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