Dr. Demento – First Century Dementia

1900 to 1930: The Dawn of Dementia; The Oldest Novelty Records of All Time from Dr. Demento

The world famous Dr. Demento’s influence on pop culture is undeniable and as we approach his 50th anniversary, we celebrate the earliest days of novelty and comedy records.

He is a world-renowned record collector and music historian, whose lifelong passion for music of all kinds (from Frank Zappa to punk rock and everything in between) is reflected in his radio show and most importantly, in this unique collection of rare songs from the early days of records.

– For fans of Weird Al Yankovic, Spinal Tap, Frank Zappa, Barnes and Barnes
– Demento was inducted into National Radio Hall of Fame in November 2009
– Demento helped bring Weird Al to nationwide attention
– Demento was in nationwide radio syndication until 2010 and continues to be broadcast weekly online
– Dr. Demento was created in 1970, so 2020 is his 50th anniversary

TRACKLISTING

1. The 20th Century Rag
2. Yes, We Have No Bananas
3. Oh, How I Hate To Get Up In the Morning
4. Nobody
5. The 11:69 Express
6. Barney Google
7. The Tale of the Cheese
8. Alcoholic Blues
9. Mister Gallagher and Mr. Shean “Absolutely Mr. Shean”
10. You Must Come Over
11. Stop Your Ticking, Jock
12. I’m Wise
13. Reuben Haskin’s Ride On a Cyclone Auto
14. Uncle Josh Buys An Automobile
15. The Little Ford Rambling Right Along
16. Cohen At the Telephone
17. Fido Is A Hot Dog Now
18. Some Little Bug Is Going To Find You
19. Casey At the Bat
20. Oh, You Candy Kid
21. I Love Me
22. The Ravings of John McCullough
23. Old King Tut
24. The OKeh Laughing Record