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China (Red Rockers Song)
"China" is a song by Red Rockers, released in 1983. It was a hit single, peaking at No. 53 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and No. 19 on the Mainstream Rock chart. The recordings 7" track listing # "China" # "Voice of America" 12" track listing # "China" # "China" (Dance Mix) # "Ball of Confusion (That's What the World Is Today)" History "China" was originally one of the ten songs on Red Rockers' second full-length album, '' Good as Gold''. The single was released on the joint label Columbia/415. In the wake of 415's deal with Columbia, "Voice of America" was relegated to the B-side of the single, and "China" became the breakout single for the band. Although the song did not reach the ''Billboard'' top 10, it has had an enduring lifespan. The song's popularity was enhanced by its colorful music video, which was a regular selection on MTV during its early years. The video was filmed in New Orleans, the band's hometown. Legacy "China" was described by rock critic Ira Robbins as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Red Rockers
Red Rockers were an American musical band from New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, active from 1979 to 1985. Originally formed as a hard-charging punk rock band, they changed their style to a smoother, more melodic sound and released two albums in the New wave music, new wave vein of their record label, 415 Records, 415. They are best known for their 1983 hit single "China (Red Rockers song), China". History Origins The band was formed as a trio in 1979 by John Thomas Griffith (rhythm guitar and vocals), James Singletary (lead guitar), and Darren Hill (bass guitar). Under the short-lived pseudonyms of "Stunn", "James Jett", and "Derwood", with various stand-ins as "Drummur", they played punk rock as The Rat Finks. The group members were deeply influenced by the relatively new punk scene, and they were particularly moved by the Revolutionary socialism, radical political songs and styles of The Clash and The Dils. After a period of reassessment, they took on a permanent perc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |