The Scientists

The Australian group Scientists are guided by the rough-hewn voice and brawling guitar of Kim Salmon, a legendary figure on the continent's music scene. The band started out in the late '70s as besuited punks playing an energetic mix of New York Dolls-style glam and jangling power pop. Early singles like "Frantic Romantic" and "Last Night" are fine examples of just how good that particular blend can sound. After a brief split, they returned in the early '80s as post-punk noise rockers with one foot in the blues and one foot in the gutter. The Blood Red River EP announced their...