V/A - Raridades Vol.1 EP 2008

This little beauty came in a limited edition of 500 hand numbered copies and is equipped with four Portuguese bands who shine with four rough live recordings and is a collection of lesser known and unreleased tracks that are often of particular interest and offers an interesting insight into the creative process and development of these combos that contain a wild and amazing performance. The sound quality is acceptable throughout, even if there are a few small hiccups here and there - no idea how they were recorded - but on the whole it's absolutely acceptable and whether there will be a sequel to it is not clear. A brief overview of each song: Crise Total, this track addresses state repression and criticizes the authorities. The energetic instrumentation and haunting vocals make it clear that the band is conveying a clear message. Peste & Sida's song is about the fears and worries of the time, especially regarding nuclear threats and combinas catchy melodies and critical lyrics which reflects the societal tensions. The Censurados come with a political figure and a societal issue which is treated in a satirical way. The song is characterized by a powerful rhythm and provocative lyrics that make you think and the Vómito's are known for its satirical and often exaggerated approach to social issues. They combines humorous lyrics with a dynamic typical sound and the instrumentalists involved in this EP add to the diversity and soundscape. Overall, this slab offers not only a nostalgic look back at an important era in Portuguese music, but also a platform for critical and creative expression, a must-listen and a cool insight into the cultural and political currents of the small Portuguese underground scene.

1.Polícia De Intervenção - CRISE TOTAL

2.Medo Nuclear - PESTE & SIDA

3.Jorge Bruto - CENSURADOS

4.Orgia Paroquial - VÓMITO

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UHF - Cavalos De Corrida 7'' 1980

The second 7Inch from my favorite Portuguese band UHF is a real gem that stands out for its catchy melody and rhythmic structure. UHF, a band that is well-known in the Portuguese scene today, placed a special focus on melodic mid-tempo sound, which is excellently implemented in the title track, a real earworm and still my favorite song. Dynamic with passionate energy and intensity, both songs spray positive vibes into your broken brain. This record is an absolute highlight for anyone looking for a thrilling experience. From the very first second, it captivates listeners and invites them to dance. The powerful beats and dynamic rhythm are a powerful combination that clearly demonstrate UHF's creative talent. They know how to combine different musical styles into a harmonious work that invites you to sing along and dance. The lyrics are inspiring and perfectly capture the feeling of freedom and adventure, making the single an ideal companion for any party or a relaxed evening. The production is particularly noteworthy, as it is clear and powerful and brings out every nuance of the music. The instrumentation is varied and ensures that the tracks never get boring. You can tell that a lot of heart and soul went into the creation of this single. Overall an absolute must for every. It not only promises an entertaining listening experience, but also an invitation to leave the worries of everyday life behind, a great slab that should be on every playlist!

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UHF - Persona Non Grata 1982

And one more record from my favorite band from Portugal UHF, and I think this is their third album on Rádio Triunfo records. Info: From this album came the singles "Um Mau Rapaz" (1982), with the unpublished theme on the B-side "Amigos Até Logo", and "Voo Para A Venezuela" (1983) with "Dança De Canibais" on the flip-side.

At the end of the second year, UHF broke the five-year contract with EMI and continued recording with at Rádio Triunfo, a change that covered the headlines of the newspapers at the time, which they would come to regret later. The song "Um Mau Rapaz" reflects, from the title, the psychological climate that surrounded the band, the sincerity translated into rhyme, a consequence of the little attention that EMI gave to the protagonism conquered by UHF. It is the band's most ferociously Rock album, for obvious reasons. Editing the cover of the album provoked a marked instability within the band. In the photograph, António appears isolated on the cover and the other elements on the back cover, fueling speculation of a promotional photo for a future solo career by the singer. They went on tour through France and Germany, in the year in which they totaled eighty-six concerts.

But luckily that didn't happen and despite the clear musical & social difficulties of the time, António, composer and mentor of the band, managed to continue the solid project UHF and in spring 1983, the fourth record Ares E Bares De Fronteira was published and the first edition was sold out quickly. Musically, there are solid Rock tunes that flashes a bit snotty the Punk roots in some songs and is in any case implemented perfect and audible everytime.

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V/A - Powerpearls Vol.6 2000

Uhhaaa... next round of the grandiose Powerpearls series, today with Volume #6 and you know what that means. Seventeen fresh PowerPop nuggets from all over the world have made it onto this Compilation and the selection is once again considerable and equipped with plenty of rare 7inches (one song per record). It's been a long time since I discovered this style of music with enthusiasm and since then I have had a number of Schnittchen as guests in my house and basically no more words are needed to review this rare record I think, do you agree? Let's do it like this, it's best to use the opportunity to leave your review/opinion in the comment section, that's what it's for and I'd be really interested in what you think about the material, and please, don't be shy. 😌 I say: this package is damn cool and a must have for any true wdthtc follower, Enjoy!

1.Ghosts Of Princes In Towers - RICH KIDS

2.Hjälp Mej - PINBALLS

3.Ten Years - STARJETS

4.Sha La La JEDRZY DMOCHOWSKI

5.No Place Like Home - THE NEIGHBORHOODS

6.Here Today, Gone Tomorrow - THE STRAND

7.Dancing - THE BADGE

8.Let Go/Accept Me - DIRTY LOOKS

9.N'Importe Quoi - FLOO FLASH

10.Time Out - THE DOUBT

11.Hey You/Time Enough - STAIRS

12.Ordinary Joe - WHITE HEAT

13.She Said Go - PRIVATE DICKS

14.Puto Da Rua - OPINIÃO PÚBLICA

15.Favourite Girl - KNIFE EDGE

16.Natascha - ROXETTE

17.It's Cold Outside - STIV BATORS

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V/A - Oi! Rare & Exotica 1997

Twenty-two Oi! presents from 1981-1996, wrapped and shipped from all over the world and in time for fucking Christmas we're travel to every corner of this beautiful planet to show our gratitude. Brought to us by Teenage Rebel Records, this unofficial release certainly doesn't make the bells ring sweet. On this decent compilation you will find some gems, that you may have passed in all those wasted years but now, within reach of you again and this selection describes a fantastic period in the musical Oi! history. With that, the curtain closes for today, the lights go out and now I'm going to cuddle with the Christ Child.

1.Futur Pour Tous - REICH ORGASM

2.Working Class - HOPE & GLORY

3.Eternos Amigos - CENTRAL DO BRASIL

4.Standerds Rule - COCKNEY COCKS

5.Dead Hero - 12 POINTBUCK

6.Rezystencja - REZYSTENCJA

7.Muz S Kozusinoym Rimcom - ZÓNA A

8.Let's Oi! - PSYCHOTERROR

9.Eu Tenho Um Pobre - MATA-RATOS

10.Los Planetas - LA LECHE

11.Ultimos Rockers - ANTISOCIALES

12.Hoffnung - STROMBERG POLKA

13.Modern Trouble - BIRTHWARD '82

14.Lautaro Rocanrol - OCHO BOLAS

15.Grito Proletario - COMANDO SUICIDA

16.Unite - MANIACS

17.Pyramid Party - QUICK & THE DEAD

18.Justitienmord - AGENT BULLDOGG

19.Kulttuuriarmeija - KOHU 63

20.Guido Und Anne - MICKY & DIE MÄUSE

21.No Tag - NO TAG

22.Concrete Jungle Jive - DIMINISHED RETURN

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DEMOCRASH - 909 DemocrashDrug 10'' 2018

To my surprise, I was asked to write a review of the following music, which is of course an honor, and I finally have time to comply with this request. The baby is called Democrash - a five-piece from Lisbon and consists of Octávio (vocals/guitar/electronics), Rui (guitars), Ricardo (bass), Vitor (saxophone/guitar/tambourine), Zé (drums). They move, according to their own statements, at on the interface of Punk, Rock, Funk, New Wave and Electro sounds. In 2015 they released their first musical work on Slightly Promiscuous Records with eight songs. At first I was a bit skeptical about the saxophone, but I have to say they stage it well and it stays in the background. The songs are varied, short numbers share the time with extremely long pieces which on the one hand underline their musical abilities and on the other hand are very pleasant to listen to. Driving and dynamic vibes mix with pleasant Punkrock and a pinch of electro beats which is very catchy and sounds anything but exhausting. Not bad for a debut. The second release came in form of a 10Inch on RagingPlanet and with this five track record they tie in seamlessly with the debut. An official review says: "the energy and determination they put into the music that comes out of their body and mind is enhanced by what they manage to convey to the listener and taster, who suddenly feels invaded by a whirlwind of sensations that make him shake." 

I can only underline that, emotional explosions packed into the appropriate musical framework that make these five interesting. Democrash are worth listening to, not all the time, but they enrich the music world with their refreshing, unpolished, independent sound and I'm sure they will reach a large fan base not only in Portugal.

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UHF - 13.Julho 1990

If there is a post from Portugal, it's usually my favorites from UHF, which always relax me with their melodic harmonic songs. And I really need that. I'm plagued by lumbar pain that you can't imagine, every step, every movement brings me on the verge of a nervous breakdown and if this shit determines the rest of my life, I'll go crazy. Let's see what the orthopedist recommends. A really crappy introduction for here but I have to get rid of it. Well UHF has been around since 1978 and they very popular in their home country, how I got into this band is thanks to KBD Blog who posted their second 7inch many many years ago, since then I've been a fan of their music. So that you can also enjoy further albums, I have re-upped all their stuff on wdthtc and can only warmly recommend the band to you, you will like it, I promise!

Intro/Nove Anos/Este Filme/Jorge Morreu/Na Tua Cama/Noites Lisboetas/Sonhos Na Estrada de Sintra/Persona Non Grata/Cavalos De Corrida/Concerto/Rapaz Caleidoscópio/Modelo Fotográfico/Rua Do Carmo/Hesitar

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V/A - Times Still Here EP 2002

Buckle up people, now comes a cool little round unique item, a useful Portuguese Straight Edge compilation from Best Times Records with six bands and it gets fast, loud and noisy. I can't tell you much about the bands but that makes the great insert that has all the information ready, band members, lyrics and liner notes from the makers. Absolute hardcore slab that blows out nine attacks in fifteen minutes. I think, I bought the EP on a record fair many years ago, on the one hand because of the cool cover, on the other I was interested in SE sound from Portugal, I don't often find stuff from this country. I would say, it was worth it. Enjoy!

1.I'll Be With You - DAY OF THE DEAD

2.Invincible Upon The Pedestal - DAY OF THE DEAD

3.Girls Are Not Weak - THROUGH THESE EYES

4.The Real Judas Syndrome - NEW WINDS

5.Mad Rats - MAD RATS

6.You've Killed! - MAD RATS

7.Never Let It Slow - FIGHT FOR CHANGE

8.White, Red And Blue - TIME X

9.Once And For All - TIME X

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UHF - À Flor Da Pele 1981

Endlich das debut by my favourite band UHF, a Portuguese rock band formed in the late 70s, more precisely in 1978, with the formation composed by Américo Manuel (drums), Carlos Peres (bass guitar), Renato Gomes (guitar) and António Manuel Ribeiro (voice & guitar). They were one of the main responsible for the ‘boom’ of the so-called Portuguese rock that emerged in the early 1980s since, until that time, Portuguese publishers did not bet on rock bands that sang in Portuguese, and, tell the truth, Portuguese youth preferred music sung in English. Their music is a mix of powerpop and punk, I would say, and I have highlighted them enough with every post and if you think that's shit then check out the EMI album and convince yourself, a first-class band with fuckin' great music. Perfect for vacation or a beer by the water and all in 320k/Bit! with the single which was only available with the first 10.000 copies of the album, it wasn't sold separately. 

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XUTOS & PONTAPÉS - Sémen 7'' 1981

Nice debut single on Rotação by Xutos & Pontapés with two solid numbers. A bit info from their home: More than three decades after start-up, Xutos & Pontapés are the emblem of what rock & roll means in Portuguese, by Portuguese, to Portuguese. Owners of a collection of classics that would make many bands gnaw at envy. True “stage animals” who live for the concert party that cement their indestructible connection with an ever-present audience, X's arms crossed celebrating the longest life of a rock career in this planted seaside corner. Two guitars to open, one drum to beat, the bass to pulse, 1-2-3-4, three basic chords, and the unbridled running of the horse. It's been this way for 37 years and will continue to be so as long as Tim, Zé Pedro, Kalú, João Cabeleira and Gui continue to believe in the power of rock'n'roll, the energy of being on stage and sharing these songs with the band. audience that made them hymns. The Xutos remain the rock'n'roll locomotive that drags crowds. Whole generations, parents and children, together celebrating songs that are already part of our history. Of our life. For all this, 37 years of Xutos - which were celebrated on January 13 - is work! And it is a work that will continue to be marked with the party that thirtyseven years running “from Bragança to Lisbon” deserve! Enjoy their second Toca E Foge as well.

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V/A - Trip Fixe 1996

August kick off with another compilation from Get Baque Records with rare stuff, this time from beautiful Portugal. Twenty nuggets from 1978 - 1982 and make clear that there was also an excellent underground scene, albeit small, but they wrote heartily variable and refreshing songs and the original 7Inches from which most of the pieces are sourced are hard to get today. Therefore, it is important that music maniacs like us are bringing their collections to the people. Discover new and old well-tried and enjoy the evening sun at the beach with fresh antique music and a cold longdrink!

1.Eu Não Sei - AQUI D'EL ROCK

2.Quero Tudo - AQUI D'EL ROCK

3.Caçada - UHF

4.She's Gonna Leave Me - SPEEDS

5.Where I Used To Play - SPEEDS

6.Destruição - C.T.T.

7.Estou Farto - FM

8.Sê Um GNR - GNR

9.Portugal Na Cee - GNR

10.Vem Daí - NZZN

11.Trip Fixe - NZZN

12.Puto De Rua - OPINIÃO PÚBLICA

13.Sangue No Meu Mundo - PIZOLIZO

14.Bolinhas De Sabão - TILT

15.Gatinha De Luxo - TNT

16.Rua Do Carmo - UHF

17.Terra De Ninguém - VODKA LARANJA

18.Na Minha Terra - GRUPO PARLAMENTAR

19.Quotidiano - SEMÁFORO

20.Um Chuto No Quarto - STRATUS

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XUTOS & PONTAPÉS - Toca E Foge 7'' 1982

It's time to pay tribute to a band which makes records since 1981 and I steal all info from wiki because I'm a lazy sack but I just want to mention that this second single is an absolute Hammerteil, two beautiful melodic punky rock songs they recorded here in which the flip surpass the A-side a lot, as ingenious as my favourites UHF:

Xutos & Pontapés are a Portuguese rock band, which got together 1978 in Almadal, four years after the Carnation Revolution restored most freedoms to the country. They started off in the local punk scene and set the trend – singing rock tunes in Portuguese. After three decades of studio and live albums, Xutos & Pontapés continue to be considered Portugal's top rock band, still influencing new generations of Portuguese bands. In 2004, then Portuguese President Jorge Sampaio granted the band a state decoration for twenty-five years of career achievements in the music industry. On 26 September 2009, they played in Lisbon to a packed football stadium, Estádio Do Restelo, to commemorate their 30th anniversary. They played for three hours – each hour marking a decade of their steadily successful career. It was the first time seven screens were used on stage in Portugal. Current members are most of the original line up Tim (bass + vocals), João Cabeleira (guitars), Kalú (drums) and Gui (sax + vocals). Fans refer to the band as Xutos; and Xutos is pronounced 'shootoosh'. Both 'Xutos' and 'Pontapés' are words in reference to types of kicks, but with a twist because the first word when spelled "Chutos" is referred for kick on a ball or object, but here used as "'Xutos", slang for heroin injection, while 'Pontapés' for kicks mainly on people. Founding member and guitarist Zé Pedro died on 30.November 2017, aged 61 (R.I.P.) - One of the surviving bands of the Portuguese rock explosion of the 80s, Xutos & Pontapés have a history of more than twenty years.

I think their sound inspires and pleases you the way I do, Breakfast time.

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OPINIÃO PÚBLICA - No Sul Da Europa 1982

Opinião Pública (Public Opinion) was a Portuguese mod punk band from Lisbon and were founded 1981 by Carlos (vocals), Pedro (guitars), Luís (bass + keyboards) and Carlos B. (drums) in the midst of Boom Do Rock Português; the wave of emerging Portuguese rock bands. With the most important combo, the grandiose band UHF, they had a special relationship. They played lots of concerts with UHF and singer António produced their only album. The recordings became possible after an excellent gig @ the band competition of the Festival Só Rock in Coimbra 1981. The group released one 7Inch (Puto Da Rua) & this album, both on Rotação. While the single, similar to UHF's early releases, showed strong influences from Punkrock & Powerpop was the spectrum of the album's songs broader, and included rock and new wave songs. They played more concerts, mostly in the Lisbon area, with bands like Xutos & Pontapés, Rock & Vários and UHF and others. Well, the album was not really successful so the band dissolved in 1982 and some members of the band continued as musicians, Luís plays later in the pop band Entre Aspas. What remains is a beautiful album with ten shallow powerpop nuggets which can help at lovesickness or other personal differences.

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SPEEDS - She's Gonna Leave Me 7'' + Today Is Not A Good Day 7'' 1980

Now a re-post by this Portuguese pub new wave band called Speeds, first post from bristolboy on his great blog My Life's A Jigsaw anno 2011. There you will find further information about the music and band, as well as in the file, including their first 7Inch and both records rock splendid. I have to go to the city and make some necessary errands, maybe I'll have something more later. Enjoy the sun and have a great weekend!

- Great Thx to Bristolboy -

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C.T.T. - Destruição 7'' 1981

Amazingly hearty debut by C.T.T. (Conjunto Tipico Torreense), a Portuguese rock band which was formed in Torres Vedras in the early '80s and they have two albums and a few 7Inches recorded. The a-side is an awsome 2:32 mid-tempo goodie with nice guitar and delicious organ while the flip is plainly reggae influenced and good as well. The band split up in 1994 and maybe I have another as an encore ready.

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GRUPO PARLAMENTAR - Na Minha Terra 7'' 1982

Oh folks I'm k.o., nose close, head is booming and my taste is stunned, I'm total im Arsch. And what really piss me off is lying all day in bed and getting well, GRRRRR.... Well, at least I can present you a sensational record of a Portuguese band, their only one which came out via Rádio Triunfo. Two great songs between punk and powerpop with organ and pretty rockin'. About the band I have no info and from Portugal came not much stuff (correct me) but what I know is damn brettig, a must have!

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UHF - Ares E Bares De Fronteira 12'' 1983

Of course, Portugal is now following and since I don't know many punk bands from the Atlantic state so once again something by my favorite band from Almada. UHF already since 1979 active and very famous in their country, not surprising with their beautiful melodic Power Pop Rock, in their early days with fine punk goodies but increasingly with more ballads which always inspire me. Simply music for beautiful moments together (maybe you have these). This mini-album with five jewels was released via Rádio Triunfo and was made to play loud, I wish you all a sunny sunday and exciting new encounters.

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AQUI D'EL ROCK - Há Que Violentar O Sistema 7'' 1978 + s/t 7'' 1979

The Portuguese punk rock killer band Aqui D'el Rock started in 1977. Their first gig was in 1978 at a rock festival in Lisbon, and unsurprisingly the press described their sound as "chaotic noise". At the time, only the Swedish band LEATHER NUN had a similar sound composed of grating guitars, a fat bass, extremely punchy drums and menacing vocals. In July 1978, they opened for EDDIE & THE HOT RODS in Lisbon and released their first single; in 1979, their second single came out. "Ha Que Violentar O Sistema" was also part on the Killed By Death #41 compilation. The highlight of their sound is the guitar, which is distinct on each single and best on the second one, where it is fuzzy, fulminant, and aggressive. Check Shit-Fi for more infos and reviews about this amazing combo from south Europe.

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UHF - No Jogo Da Noite (Ao Vivo Em Almada) 1985

This combo is another favourite one which we enjoy very often and they are quite popular in their country and make music to this day. UHF were formed in the late 1970s in Almada by António Manuel Ribeiro (vocals, guitar & keyboard), Renato Gomes (guitar), Carlos Peres (bass) and Zé Carvalho (drums). They have released numerous singles and albums and a complete overview can be found here with a small biography (although in Portuguese). Musically not really punk but they celebrate on this mini-album, recorded live at 23, 24 & 25 of November at the Cultural Center Alfeite in Almada, six decent goodies in forty minutes. The album is released only in order to complete the contractual obligations between the band and Radio Triomphe. Unhappy with the publisher UHF refuse to deliver more original songs and propose the final year of contract recording a live album. Shortly after the release Radio Triumph declare bankruptcy. Renato Gomes, guitarist & founding member, left the band and was replaced by Rui Rodrigues. This is the first live album of the band and remains today as the most rare and expensive record, a gem for collectors. Reason enough listen to!

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V/A - Killed By Death #41 1998

Welcome again to another number of the Killed By Death series (find for more KBD volumes over the search option), a further collection of some punkrock rarities, mostly europe here, with an international focus, featuring a couple places that didn't have a big punk scene. And again the detectives did a nice job with all these amazing goodies which should not bail in the meaninglessness. More info about the bands & release dates you find in the liner notes in this file, Vinyl-Rip & all cover artwork include. Have Fun!!!!

1.Hasse Parasit - VON GAM

2.Mode - VON GAM

3.Cop In The Street - LULLABIES

4.Fashion Punk - LULLABIES

5.Meillä On Yhteinen Tuleveissus - RATTLERS

6.Trodde Vi Hadde Demokrati - STERKE SVAKHETER

7.Sweating All Over - MAGIC DE SPELL

8.Virgin Freedom - MAGIC DE SPELL

9.Börnin Pin - VONBRIGÐI

10.Dereglee - MARIE FRANCE

11.No Such Thing - VIPERS

12.Fugitivo - LIXOMANIA

13.Violencia & Sobrevivencia - LIXOMANIA

14.No Idea - STALIN

15.Kama Sutra - STALIN

16.Ha Que Violentor O Sistema - AQUI D'EL ROCK

17.Revenge - JACK RABBIT BAND

18.Amenaza Amarilla - LOS NIKIS

19.Gamma Magic Globulina - LOS NIKIS

20.Mind Bomb - ELECTRIC DEADS

21.Screwball - ELECTRIC DEADS

22.Crossroad - ELECTRIC DEADS

23.Junk - LULLABIES

24.It Could Be You - LULLABIES

25.Io Son Un Autonomo - SKIANTOS

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