V/A - Abstract Records Punk Collection 1995

One more great piece from the Punk Collectors Series and the material on this beauty is dedicated to the equally high quality Abstract Records label, which released renowned and top-notch 7Inches by fantastic bands during the Eighties. Some of them remain rare, while others are still available today. Therefore, this series from Anagram Records is, for me, one of the best and most interesting of all the many (it makes the Äppler taste far more intense, even at this early hour). Check out the tracklist, with a line-up like that, you can't hesitate. Do yourself a favor and dive right in. The long Whitsun weekend is kicking off right now, but don't worry about your requests! Next week, this place will spring back to life, complete with plenty of cool stuff, football and sunshine. Cheers! 🍻

1.48 Crash - THE GYMSLIPS

2.Self Destruct - UK SUBS

3.Police State - UK SUBS

4.War Of The Roses - UK SUBS

5.Big Sister - THE GYMSLIPS

6.Robot Man - THE GYMSLIPS

7.Vengeance - NEW MODEL ARMY

8.Nowhere To Run - THE OUTCASTS

9.Denise - JOOLZ

10.The Three Johns - AWOL

11.Great Expectations - NEW MODEL ARMY

12.The Price - NEW MODEL ARMY

13.Armchair Observer - HAGAR THE WOMB

14.Pie & Mash - THE GYMSLIPS

15.Drink Problem - THE GYMSLIPS

16.Daddy's Been Workin' - THE DOWNBEAT

17.Lean On Me - REDSKINS

18.Unionise - REDSKINS

19.Kick Out The Tories - NEWTOWN NEUROTICS

20.Mindless Violence - NEWTOWN NEUROTICS

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THE ECHO - Mirror Of Times 1990

German three piece from Lingen/Ems founded in 1986. In 1984, Christian Schlage & Jürgen Schwegmann co-founded the predecessor band "The Street Parade". When their drummer Henry Hoppert left the band in 1986, they replaced him by Hans-Dieter Herrmann and the newly formed band was called the Echo. It took time until 1990, when the band recorded their first and only vinyl. From 1991, the band's line-up changed several times and the band was given up in 1995 with Schlage as the last founding member. They can also be found on three Compilations, I first encountered it on the German Mystic Sound II CD on Zillo Records. Mirror Of Times is a rare 12Inch (mini-album) by The Echo, released in the autumn of 1990; comprising six tracks, it offers a concise glimpse into the group's musical output during the early Nineties. Stylistically, the tracks reflect the zeitgeist of the late 1980s and early 1990s, with instrumentation built upon solid guitar structures, a straightforward rhythmic foundation, and vocal arrangements typical of the era. Experimental outliers are largely absent; instead, the band focuses on technically sound, direct songwriting, eschewing any filler material. The songs are compactly structured and adhere to established patterns within the alternative Goth genre. The dynamics within the tracks remain largely consistent, a balanced blend of mid-tempo numbers and somewhat more driving passages without venturing into extreme stylistic departures. Mirror Of Times stands as a quintessential document of the German independent/underground scene of that transitional period. While it offers no radical innovations, it impresses through its grounded craftsmanship. It is a release of considerable interest to collectors of rare vinyl editions.

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BUZZCOCKS - Another Music In A Different Kitchen 1978

Dear friends, it's been a while since I've been active here, but I've been very busy with myself and a whole lot of crap that made it impossible to create anything meaningful. Today I'm finally home and I feel like posting a short musical masterpiece, and all re-upload requests have also been taken care of. The trees are turning green and the temperatures are rising, time for positive vibes, and I'm coming with some Punk-Pop at its finest. The Buzzcocks are now on the turntable and the band were formed 1976 after a Sex Pistols concert in Manchester and are undeniably the pioneers of PopPunk, considered influential trailblazers. Their brilliant combination of Punk energy with catchy melodies and lyrics about love and frustration significantly shaped the genre. Another Music In A Different Kitchen is their fantastic debut and was their first after the departure of original singer Howard Devoto and the arrival of Pete Shelley as lead vocalist. The line-up on these recordings consisted of Pete (vocals/guitar), Steve (guitar/vocals), Steve (bass), John (drums). You can find reviews or more information about the record yourself; I still have a bit to do and have to leave again soon. - They made three albums before their breakup in 1981, all good, and in 1989 they reformed and have been active ever since. Achja, don't miss the excellent Compilation Total Pop, which was immortalized in 1987 by the Hamburg-based label Weird System.

Stay upright and enjoy the music!

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MAJOR ACCIDENT - Massacred Melodies 1982

Fourteen uncompromising melodic and fine-executed Oi! Punk tunes at a mid-tempo can be found on Major Accident's debut which was released via Step-Forward Records. Info: Formed in late 1977 in Darlington, legendary Punkers Major Accident were initially influenced by the Sex Pistols & the Clash. A very sad fate befell their early studio activities: both their first recording sessions in 1980, which was supposed to be their debut single (Terrorist Gang/War Boots) and the following one, which produced a completely mucked-up, unusable first edition of this LP, remained unreleased for years. It took until late 1982 for their first proper release to see the light of day: produced by Donkeys guitarist Neil Ferguson, their debut album Massacred Melodies finally came out on Step Forward, supported by a full UK tour with label-mates Chelsea. The distinctive 'Clockwork Orange' image (they were the first punk band to adopt the look from Kubrick's famous movie, which was banned in the UK at the time and impossible to see anywhere) and their song writing, by far more peculiar than the average UK82 Punk band, allowed them to grow a sizable following, and their classic sleeve artwork by Paul Dillon started appearing on the back of more than a few black leather jackets.

The band released their first single, "Mr Nobody", with Step-Forward Records before the release of their first studio LP. A UK tour supporting Chelsea helped promote the release of the record. They had UK Independent Chart hits with singles "Fight To Win" and "Leaders Of Tomorrow" (no. 19, featuring drummer Evo, formerly from the Angelic Upstarts and The Blood who went on to form Punk influenced thrash and speed metal NWOBHM band Warfare), followed by "Respectable" all released on the Flicknife Records label, as was the LP A Clockwork Legion, by which time the band's name had been shortened to "Accident". A live album, Tortured Tunes – the Official Bootleg, was released in 1984, reaching no. 24 on the Uk Independent Chart. Around this time the band appeared on BBC2 playing three songs live. American label Toxic Shock released a follow-up album ...Crazy! in 1985, just before the band split up.

Major Accident re-formed in 1996, once again using the full name rather than just "Accident". The re-formation was accompanied by a new studio album, The Ultimate High, released on We Bite Records, with a seven-inch single, Representation Not Reality, which was released in 1999 on Upstart Productions. The band's final release was a split album with Welsh street Punks Foreign Legion entitled Cry Of Legion. Live performances followed, including a night at New York's CBGB in 2001 with a "Clockwork Punk" theme. The band's activity was sharply curtailed when drummer Laze was involved in a motorcycle accident. They played their final gig around 2012.

2025-present Major Accident makes a return to the live performance scene playing a gig at the forum in Darlington.

Enough blah blah, check out the album and I'll get my ass into the kitchen and whip up a delicious meal.

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CHAOTIC DISCHORD - Their Greatest Fuckin' Hits 1994

Dear friends, it's a blessing that Punkrock exists; I don't know how my life would go on otherwise. Yesterday I got the party started, and that feeling continues today with Chaotic Dischord, top-notch U.K. HardcorePunk. This silver surfer is part of the awesome Punk Collectors Series from Anagram Records and will blast thirty hits right into your living room, so loud that no beer will get warm. And when an album starts with three songs that include the word 'FUCK!' you know what to do. Crank the volume all the way up and punch your neighbor in the face if he even thinks to complain. There is detailed infos in the file; for this, I'm stealing the short version from Discogs: Allegedly formed by members of Vice Squad and their road crew in 1981, although this still remains unconfirmed by members of the band. They also recorded a one-off EP under the name Sex Aids. The line-up consisted of Ransid (vocals), Pox (guitars), Ampex (bass) and Evo (drums). A number of Bristol Punkrock faces as a way to mock the lack of quality control on Riot City Records. A copy of their first recording was sent to Simon Edwards from Riot City. That recording ended up on the Compilation Riotous Assembly, and Chaotic Dischord was signed to his label and the band's point was proved long before Edwards realised that the band he'd signed were royally taking the mickey out of him. But by that point they were shifting so many units that he kept them on anyway and released a total of five albums without them ever playing a live show. The band reformed in 2019 with original members Ransid and Ampex, was temporarily hampered by the 'rona, then have been playing international festivals and recording new material ever since.

They eventually split up in 1988 when Ransid's tool hire business took off. After continued offers from Punk festivals around the globe, Chaotic Dischord reformed to play Rebellion Festival 2020. When that obviously couldn't happen they were confirmed to play in 2021, to the same result. Fortunately Rebellion still wanted them and they played both the 2022 and the 2023 festivals. The band played its first ever gig at Exchange in Bristol in February 2022, and have since gone on to play shows all over the planet, taking in shows in Vancouver, Madrid, Berlin, Australia and Ramsgate. They also occasionally play secret gigs under their aforementioned nom de plume Sex Aids. They continue to tour, and in August 2023, launched their first physical release in thirty-five years when they brought out their Songs To Fuck Your Mental Health To limited edition maxi-single on pukey coloured 10Inch in on their own Irresponsible Punk Songs label. This collected songs from their two previously download only releases.

Hearty food that's perfect when you're confused and need a new boost.

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V/A - Really Fast Vol.3 1986

With this superb Compilation, I'm finally kicking winter's ass and banishing it from my limbs, officially ushering the hot season. Anyone familiar with the impressive Really Fast series knows how sweaty the whole thing is, and those who become curious can indulge the hard flow of piranhas with short breaks in between. The fucker comes, like all the other slabs, with the usual informative artwork. 1300 copies of Volume 3 were pressed on Really Fast Records, and the content ranges from absolutely essential to absolutely essential. I'm sure there's no room for doubt. With that, let's jump into the weekend... "Skål!"

1.Century Of Darkness - AVSKUM

2.How Far Can They Push Us - AVSKUM

3.One Day - DISCARD

4.Fear - DISCARD

5.Swerige - VON BØØM

6.Förintelsen - VON BØØM

7.Dödsfabrik - VON BØØM

8.Kungens Barn - DTR

9.Religiösa Sekter - DTR

10.Enat Folk - DTR

11.If It's A Dream, It's A Nightmare - S.S.S.

12.Förortsliv - S.S.S.

13.Fear Of Warsong - FEAR OF WAR

14.Justice For All - EXISTENZ

15.Polischefsjazz - SLAM

16.Den Nödvändiga Operationen - SLAM

17.Zombie - DISARM

18.Va Dig Själv - DISARM

19.Schhh! - DOM DÄR

20.Krossa Porren - SVART PARAD

21.Sista Kriget - SVART PARAD

22.It's Gonna Explode - THE BEDRÖVLERZ

23.Our Statement - THE BEDRÖVLERZ

24.Pengar Till Vad - RAPED TEENAGERS

25.O.S. - RAPED TEENAGERS

26.Duvan - RAPED TEENAGERS

27.Barbbapappa & Ankan Kalle - RAPED TEENAGERS

28.Lies In Paradise - PÖBEL MÖBEL

29.Blind Killer - PÖBEL MÖBEL

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KARIES - Seid Umschlungen, Millionen 2014

Started as a quartet and developed over the last few years into a different, more experimental like trio and I can't say exactly how I discovered Karies, which formed 2012 in Stuttgart, but in any case, I'm grateful for it. Their sound can probably best be described as "Coldness Made Musical." Waking up to the reality of a neoliberal world. Their stoically driving basslines, deliberate monotony, and recurring guitar riffs make these charismatic musicians a band I enjoy listening to in my desperate hell. To describe the songs as dark is almost an understatement, because they go deeper and pierce every cornerstone of your feelings like a milling machine. I think it was in 2015 or 2016 that my best friend took me to a concert on Klapperfeldstreet, a former police prison, and it was a revelation. Even though I was feeling incredibly fucking bad at the time, the loud & penetrating music was exactly what I needed. Pisse played as the opening act; I'd never heard of them, but they were absolutely fantastic, and I bought a 7Inch (thinking it would already be on the blog - wrong! - I'll rectify that sometime). Well, I bought the second and third albums, and that's it. The album 'Alice' was my farewell, and since then, Karies has been out of my sight. That's just how it goes. Nevertheless, I can highly recommend them because they create movements and don't give a damn about pigeonholes. Karies have landed a real firework with their debut and a trip to the dentist is definitely unnecessary.

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V/A - Chaos En Madrid 2025

First, all re-upload requests have been completed, and now a disc that was sent to me a few months ago, unfortunately without a sender. Nevermind. The whole world knows that Spain isn't just a beautiful country where I love to be: Culture, delicious food, warm climate, interesting cities and beautiful beaches… All things worth a visit. And the underground scene is just as diverse, and this great record is a perfect example and has its focus on a very special place. The official description reads: "Tough Ain't Enough Records is proud to present, together with Potencial Hardcore & Relapso Records, the new Compilation of Madrid bands: CHAOS EN MADRID!! Following the saga of the legendary "Chaos In...", it's now Madrid's turn! And this bloody sucker features eighteen current bands, plus an extensive fanzine where you can find interviews with all of them. Released in a limited edition of 500 copies, available on black and clear red vinyl!" What more do you need to know? A fucking great record that really caught my attention & extremely worth your valuable time!

1.Fuck The Police - ALL OR NOTHING

2.Positive Psychology - BARBWIRE

3.Tu Final - BELIAL

4.Generación Suicida - CASUS BELLI

5.90's Oi! - FEARLESS VETERANS

6.Cicatriz - GOLPE DE GRACIA

7.Lust Witch - TONY GALENTO

8.Nowhere Fast - HARD & CHEAP

9.Va A Estallar El Caos - KOMANDO SKIZZO

10.Nuevas Glorias - BARDEO

11.Agitación Armada - M.I.L.

12.Until I Die - PORNTRUCK

13.Esto Es Madrid - REJECTS

14.Hostias En El Bar - ROUGH LAW

15.Guerra Al Tiempo - TENSIÓN

16.Love The Oi! - HARD LIFE

17.Ruido - TRES CUERVOS

18.Fucked Up City - VISADO

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HUBBLE BUBBLE - New Promotion 7'' 1978

First, a quick update: I'll take care of the requested re-upps next week. Now heading west, and we'll meet Hubble Bubble. A true legend for a few, featuring young Plastic Bertrand on drums, formed in 1973 by Alain (vocals/guitars), Daniel (bass) and released their first eponymous album on Sinus Records in 1977. Plastic Bertrand is listed as a songwriter, singer and drummer under the name of Roger Junior. The group experienced difficulties following the death of bassist Daniel, as result of an accident while returning from a rehearsal, and the departure of Mister Bertrand. A second album, Faking, followed in 1979, and a year later the band was history. What remains are two 7Inches and albums, some of which have been re-released. This is their first single, promoting two cool fucking tracks from the debut album. Remarkable cover, I must say. Get it Baby!

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OHM & THE SECRET SOURCES - Baby, Baby 7'' 1980

First 7Inch by Ohm & The Secret Sources from Toronto and had a total of six members. This nice beauty features two solid rockin' tracks where the A-side is the winner for me. I'm a bit tired from the last two days which have really worn me out, and I recommend you click on the page linked above for more interesting informations about the band.

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