V/A - Killed By Hardcore #5 2026

Whether or not you’ll be surprised by the following piece of plastic remains to be seen, I certainly was when I discovered it online. And, naturally, I didn’t hesitate for a second to buy it once I saw the label name Redrum Records (which, incidentally, is "Murder Records" spelled backwards): The fifth installment of the acclaimed Killed By Hardcore series. This volume dives deep into the global underground of early HardcorePunk, collecting thirty-five raw and obscure tracks from 1981-1988. Featuring rare cuts from legendary and cult bands across the world, this goodies captures the speed, aggression and DIY spirit that defined Hardcore's formative years and some of the most uncompromising records ever committed to vinyl. Not an album for hi-fi enthusiasts, but an absolute gem for collectors of international Eighties Hardcore. Wild and unpolished, as the tracks were sourced from rare original records and tapes. Interestingly, it is quite difficult to get hold of such slabs, yet if you look online, you will discover that many commercial shops offer them. Anyway, that’s a good thing and rumors say 300 copies were pressed. Enjoy!

1.Adult Life - NO RESPECT

2.Psychic Hours - NEGATIVE GAIN

3.5 Dias En Egipto - COCADICTOS

4.Lover - SHARKY'S MACHINE

5.Atomowe Zabawki - INSEKTY NA JAJACH

6.New Pride - VIOLENT CHILDREN

7.It's Time Of Violence - BLACK REBELS

8.Final Solution - UNITED MUTATION

9.Allemaal Dood - C.K.N.

10.Falsa Liberdade - OLHO SECO

11.Religione, No Grazie - UART PUNK

12.Reality Of A Nightmare - SKULLDIGGERS

13.Are We Not Jerry's Kids - PREVARICATORS

14.We Don't Play The Game - CLITBOYS

15.Heartbreak - MINK OIL

16.Violent Charge - REIG

17.I Don't Wanna Work For You - BODIES

18.Sreca - SOLUNSKI FRONT

19.Merciless Game - CONFUSE

20.Pronto Sera El Fin - DANBA

21.We Stand United - ARM THE INSANE

22.Broken Lineage - GEORGE IMBECILE & THE IDIOTS

23.Redneck Snobs - M.I.S.

24.Reagisci - MENTI ALTERNATIVE

25.Spit It Out - F

26.Raquel Welch Har Tagit Min Damväska - AB HJÄRNTVÄTT

27.Decide Or Die - POWER OF THE SPOKEN WORD

28.American Bigotry - NO ONES ALLIE

29.Death Warmed Over - AGITATED

30.Youth Crusaderz - PUBLIC ENEMY

31.Spilt Milk - A CHILD'S TRUST IN GOD

32.You Will All Die - GOTEFIX

33.Deathtrap - HALF LIFE

34.Lazy Resistance - CRAPPING DOGS

35.Systemets Redskap - BANNLYST

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V/A - Metallic Storm 1982

ATTENTION HEAVY METAL FANS!! This fucking cool Compilation from Ebony Records, a Hardrock/Heavy Metal label that released many of the smaller, less well-known acts of the mid Eighties UK Metal Scene and they most well known for the two albums by Grim Reaper and also for the first ever vinyl release by Mercyful Fate on the this fucking record. It showcases European Heavy/Hardrock combos, with reviews highlighting its raw, garage-era sound, teen angst vibes, catchy moments and a notable bad track, making it a cult item for Hardcore fans of early Eighties Metal, though its overall appeal beyond niche collectors is debatable due to inconsistent quality and production. The Sound is raw, unpolished, energic and Garage feel and features great vocal harmonies and melancholic guitars. Metallic Storm is the second Compi devoted entirely to the promotion of unknown bands by Ebony Records and features bands from all parts of Britain & the Continent. All protagonists performing their own individual material and the result is a nice piece of wax. Nowadays a highly coveted collector’s item for die-hardies.

1.Black Funeral - MERCYFUL FATE

2.You Won't Live Forever - TANTRUM

3.That's The Way I Want It - SCIMITAR

4.The Fool - TAROT SUTRA

5.Gods & Devils - MEAN MACHINE

6.Secrets - CONFESSOR

7.Don't Go - JURY

8.Hellride - WELLS FARGO

9.Not The Time - MERCINARY

10.Super Rocker - WIKKYD VIKKER

11.Breakout - PENTAPUS

12.USA Lights - DETROIT

13.Can't Have My Body Tonight - MOBY DICK

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NEONBABIES - Nervös EP 1980

Now a Highlight from the Wanted-List: The Nervös EP is the second release by the Berlin based combo Neonbabies, dating from 1980. Limited to 1000 copies, the pressing sold out within ten days and is now a sought-after collector's item. During the creation of this EP, founding member Annette Humpe formed the band Ideal and subsequently left the Neonbabies; she was replaced by Petra Mikolajczuk (Miko). This EP is frequently confused with the very first Neonbabies EP, their debut was released in March 1980 titled I Don't Want To Lose You, which featured the original, early version of the song Blaue Augen long before Annette made it world famous with Ideal. "Nervös" followed as its direct successor later that same year. The cover came in a stitched together clear plastic sleeve featuring screen printed artwork, and the record was cut and pressed at the renowned TELDEC studio in Hamburg. As there was no record label involved (self-released), the labels bore the notation "Resco" (Reserved Copyright). The Berlin scene hailed the EP as a "cult" classic. Music magazines and scene regulars praised its refreshing sound, which stood apart from the prevailing gloomy Post-Punk. The music is an invigorating cocktail of early German Punk & New Wave, a defining feature being Reinhard’s nimble saxophone playing, which charmingly weaves jazz-inflected phrasing into the aggression; a style later described, in the context of their debut album, as "carefree yet skillful." Adding to this, the charmingly brash vocal interplay and backing vocals from the Humpe sisters lend the whole record an early, dynamic lightness, all without sacrificing its raw, underground energy. Excellent Record!!

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B.KLOPPT - Deutschland EP 1995

The roots of B.Kloppt lie in Göttingen, a city known at the time for its highly politicized, autonomous scene, where the band formed in the early Nineties. The line-up consisted of Patrick (vocals), Martin (guitars), Yvonne & Nille (bass), and Benne (drums); their only four track EP was released by Endzeit/Sabotage Records, pressed on blue vinyl in a limited run of 500 copies. In terms of both music and lyrics, their stylistic footprint falls squarely within the realm of classic, raw German Punk, aggressive, direct, and featuring explicitly political or socially critical lyrics that oppose nationalism and violence (as evidenced by song titles like "Deutschland" and "Vergewaltiger"). After the mid-nineties, the trail of B.Kloppt goes cold. As was common for many underground projects of that era, the band likely disbanded after only a few years, or its members went on to join other local Punk bands. The record is certainly not a groundbreaking innovation, but every track possesses the uncompromising hardness that it ought to have. Despite their short existence, B.Kloppt can also be found on a few Compilations (mostly on cassette).

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THE REMEDIALS - Four Song EP 1981

The Remedials were a five-piece from Montreal, consisting of Ted (vocals), Gordie & Guy (guitars), Joan (bass), and Jerry (drums) and this is their only EP with four nice goodies on Basic Records. The band is one of the groups from the early Canadian underground, and their sound sits at the stylistic intersection of PowerPop and Classic Punk, a blend of breezy energy paired with the melodic hooks of the early Eighties. In the same year, the band was featured with the exclusive song “Sweet Leather” on the Compilations Playboy Street Rock and CHOM L'esprit '81, and later also on Canada's Pissed Vol.3. Although the Remedials had only a very brief active period, they played shows within Montreal’s local club scene. A significant milestone in the band’s history occurred on August 29, 1981, when they served as the opening act for the legendary British band The Cure at a show in Montreal presented by CKGM. Because very few copies of the original pressing existed, the EP became a sought-after collector’s item over the decades. In 2015, Meanbean Records, a label specializing in rare vinyl gems, took an interest in the band and officially released the Four Song EP on vinyl, making the tracks accessible to a wider audience and music historians. Today, the songs frequently appear on radio playlists dedicated to the music history of Montreal and Canadian Underground Rock. The EP is a nice "Must-Have" for which the re-press was definitely worth it.

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LES ELECTRODES - No Flag EP 1983

Les Electrodes was a French four piece from Paris and founded 1980 by Romain (vocals), Jean-Paul (guitars), Jean-Claude (bass), Martial (drums). At the end of 1982, Jean-Claude left them and he was replaced by Roland and with this line-up they released their debut 7Inch on Panic Productions with four powerful goodies, an unreleased track appeared on the eight-track Compilation Collection Privée (released by the Poison Noir label). Regarding live performances, they played lots of gigs and the band eventually split up due to internal conflicts in 1984. It is worth noting that the Electrodes was truly a pillar of French Punkrock, both in terms of its brilliant sound and the musicians involved. This piece is an absolutely solid record and they appeared on numerous Compilations. Give it a listen!

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V/A - Virus 100 1992

I might be a bit late with this post, but what’s in it remains essential. Virus 100 is a awesome Compilation which features cover songs of the Dead Kennedys performed by various artists, the album celebrates the record label's 100th release and its 10th anniversary. Wanting to do something special for such a momentous occasion, they decided to release a tribute album of fifteen DK songs by sixteen different (mostly in-house) bands. This tribute is an essential listening for Dead Kennedys friends, documenting once again the band's commanding presence and significant influence on the underground scene of California's early Punk movement. It proves that this sound isn't a rigid three-chord formula, but an attitude that works just as well in metal, hip-hop, and noise. The result is no perfunctory tribute, but a wild, genre spanning ride that demonstrates the timelessness and influence of the band's songwriting. A monument of a long gone era of beautiful Punkrock and a brilliant tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time.

1.Police Truck - DIDJITS

2.Too Drunk To Fuck - EVAN JOHNS & HIS H-BOMBS

3.Halloween - ALICE DONUT

4.Let's Lynch The Landlord - FAITH NO MORE

5.Nazi Punks Fuck Off - NAPALM DEATH

6.Forward To Death - NOMEANSNO

7.Chemical Warfare - STEEL POLE BATH TUB

8.Saturday Night Holocaust - NEUROSIS

9.Moon Over Marin - LES THUGS

10.Ill In The Head - VICTIMS FAMILY

11.California Uber Alles - DISPOSABLE HEROES OF HIPHOPRISY

12.Winnebago Warrior - MOJO NIXON & THE TOADLIQUORS

13.Drug Me - SEPULTURA

14.Insight - KRAMER

15.Let's Lynch The Landlord - L7

16.Holiday In Cambodia - SISTER DOUBLE HAPPINESS

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MURDER MURDER SUICIDE - Christians 12'' 1986

Here I am again, back from vacation (photos follow), all the outstanding re-upps are finished, and now it's back to the daily grind. Since I'm home today and have already ripped a fantastic Compilation, things are moving forward here with some Aussie stuff. Murder Murder Suicide were an Australian Punk band which was founded 1983 in Melbourne. Their style was characterized by a dark Post-Punk sound and aggressive, often anti-Christian lyrics. They released a five track tape in 1983 and two were also offered for the rare 'Eat Your Head' (coming soon) double 12" Compilation. The Christians 12Inch is the band's sole vinyl effort and probably last release. The songs have a strong British Anarcho style with gloomy feelings. A Review: An anti-Christian rage here, sort of like the first Crass 7″ but set to a more Post-Punk mood. Nevertheless, it’s as biting and pointed. Both male and female vocals, nice harmonies on the flipside, though the dance beat on one cut and the “prettiness” on another make them difficult to handle until the guitar and drums kick in. (Tim Yohannan, MRR #52 • September 1987) I don't have any further information, but the three songs are solid and do a great job of representing the genre, one I’ve always had a bit of trouble with.

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EATER - Get Your Yo Yo's Out (Live) EP 1978

The recordings for this fucking piece of shit were made on April 24, 1978, at a concert in the legendary London club Dingwalls. At this point, Eater was in a crucial transitional phase: this was their first live release following their only studio album, The Album in November 1977. Furthermore, these recordings featured their new drummer, Phil Rowland, who had replaced the then thirteen year old Dee Generate in May 1977. Just a few months after the release of this EP which came out in four different picture sleeves, the band broke up. The record captures the band's unpolished energy and the production is awesome for this time. As a teenage band, they played the songs at a notoriously breakneck pace, a "Light-Speed Beat", perfectly documenting the frenetic live atmosphere of the Dingwalls club. Critics and fans of the first wave of British Punk primarily regard this beauty as a charming historical document of splendid '77 Punk. While the EP enjoys an excellent reputation among collectors, opinions on the music itself are more nuanced. The live recordings were produced by Dave Goodman (known for his work with the Sex Pistols), are praised for their unpolished, highly dynamic sound. The songs are fast-paced and aggressive ad the sound quality is damn brilliant. Someone's emphasize that this is "Eater At Their Best", uncompromising, loud and angry. Critics at the time often didn't take Eater entirely seriously due to their youth.

"Thinking Of The USA," in particular, is considered the undisputed crown jewel; it was originally released in June 1977 as their second single. Live, the song is even more relentless, delivered in its rawest, most extreme form. The renowned music magazine Mojo even officially listed the track as one of the best Punkrock singles of all time. While the studio version was already fast, live Eater blast the song through the speakers at an almost absurd, adrenaline fueled, high-speed tempo, and that applies to more than just this track.In retrospect, however, the EP is valued precisely for that reason: it proves the band was more than just a "gimmick" and delivered authentic, credible music. In modern reviews by vinyl enthusiasts, the focus is frequently on visual appeal. Since the EP was released in various sleeve colors (red, blue, green, orange) and on white vinyl, it is reviewed less as an audiophile masterpiece and more as an "essential collectible" of early UK Punk.

Casual listeners might find the slab an acquired taste due to its extreme lo-fi live sound. For fans of classic UK Punk, it is an absolutely essential document proving that Eater were far more than just a youthful PR gimmick. I Love This Stuff!

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