THE FREEZE - Five Way Fury 1992

Earlier posts confirm that The Freeze are a fantastic live band and how do I know? I'VE SEEN THEM LIVE! - Five Way Fury was recorded during their European tour in 1991 (released via Lost And Found Records), and shows one more their powerful and excellent performance on stage and since 1979 is the Cape Cod combo tirelessly active. I have found an interesting biography that I don't want to withhold from you, click on punkclobe and read it yourself. Nineteen great ass kickers, including a lot of hits, how I'm used to know from them. Talented musicians, trying to survive in an elegant sweaty, smelly atmosphere. You get thirsty and stumble to the counter and, visibly exhausted, order a cool, fresh drink, because it is already after twelve o'clock, according to the disinfection-dictation-device-act the third beer can be enjoyed. Refreshed and strengthened, you return to the cheering crowd, dive in again, and enjoy the evening in full colours... Geddit?!

Sacrifice Not Suicide/No One's Coming Home/Nothing Left/Freeway To Fire/Warped Confessional/D.E.A./It's Only Alcohol/End Coming/Time Bomb/Boston Not L.A./Violent Arrest/Trouble If You Hide/American Town/Forced Vacation/Go Team Go/Broken Bones/Sickly Sweet/Insanity/Refrigerator Heaven

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THE FREEZE - Rabid Reaction 1985

Let's visit Cape Cod, Massachusetts and honor a fantastic combo who release absolutely brilliant records and live are a real pleasure: The Freeze with their second album on Modern Method Records and it is equipped with ten mid-tempo nuggets, speedy melodies and smart inspired lyrics with piercing social observations, recorded by Cliff (vocals), Bill (guitars), Pete (bass), Lou (drums) and I can only say: Top Record! And if you wanna hear the gents live I recommend the rare album Live From Cape Cod which came out 2007 and was recorded @ the Mill Hill Club, 12.April 1980 and I guarantee you a special experience. One of the greatest American punkbands of all time and they're still active and they may come into your town!

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THE FREEZE - Live From Cape Cod 1980

Terrific stuff now from The Freeze, punx from Cape Cod, Massachusetts and they were formed by a group of teenagers in 1978. The band is known for their dark lyrics, catchy melodies, and their longevity. A lot of their early lyrics deal with alienation, drug-use/abuse and paranoia (especially of the church, government and those exercising authority over others in general). A constant theme or thread regarding apathetic observers or people willing to give up their freedoms for fear of losing their Security is also apparent in their work. They've released nine full-length albums and ten 7inches to date and they're still alive. This goodie was recorded @ the Mill Hill Club on 12. April 1980 and released by Schizophrenic Records with a 16x24 inch poster and linernotes by Clif Hanger. Limited to 2000 copies. 1800 copies on green-black splatter vinyl and 200 copies on clear vinyl with green, red and blue splatters. I had the pleasure to see them alive in the Au on July 2009 and what happened there you can see on the basis of some small movies by clicking on the orange link. I hope they will visit us again soon. Until then, this slab must be enough.

Before I Hit The Rubber Room/The Water Tastes Funny/They Won't Unlock The Door/My Megawalki Land/We're Not The Abnormal Ones/One Sixth Of A Person/Don't Forget Me Tommy/The Duh Family Part 2/Refrigerator Heaven/I'm Too Good For You/Leap From The Edge/Uncle Fred/Rebels With A Cause/Skeletons In Your Closet/Halloween Night/One Way Conversations/They'll Be Trouble If You Hide/I Hate Tourists/So Long Ago

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TMA - Beach Party 2000 1987

Final post for today and it's a band that was completely unknown to me until now and I have to say the record is a hammer. Powerful two-minute smasher in just thirty-three total and this is already their second plate on Jimboco Records, excites me completely. Well, a few words from discogs: TMA started out as a three piece in New Brunswick, NJ (Rutgers) in 1981 with Tom (Emanuele), Mike (Demko) and Al (Rosenblum). Lead vocalist Dave Oldfield joined shortly thereafter. The band's moniker either stood for the original band members names or Too Many Assholes, depending on the day of the week and who in the band you asked. Influenced by the Angry Samoans, Black Flag, Circle Jerks and a variety of 70′s punk bands, TMA went on to record What's for Dinner? two years later. During that time, the band played a lot of local gigs at such infamous venues as the Dirt Club, where they built a loyal following and eventually wound up on a live compilation the club released called Hardcore Takes Over (Live @ the Dirt Club). New Jersey had a good hardcore/punk scene in the early 80s with a lot of bands and places to play, besides the Dirt Club, there was the Court Tavern, Roxy, Patrick's and the Melody. TMA were often paired with bands like Detention and Send Help, and played some of their best gigs with the Circle Jerks, Anti-Nowhere League, Government Issue and the Joneses. They also did a few hardcore Sundays at CBGB’s, including a show with the Freeze. Tim Yohannon (R.I.P.) and the staff of Maximum Rock'N'Roll were fans of the band. What's for Dinner? was played a lot in the office and received exposure on Tim's radio show as well. Jello Biafra was also a fan. Nun, I think there is something for everyone with all three posts today and I have promoted you accordingly into the weekend, see ya!

- Big Thx to Fredrik -

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THE FREEZE - @ The AU, Frankfurt 31.07.2009

Here is short concert video from The Freeze, which I filmed seven years ago @ the AU in Frankfurt, the old but very lively men came again over the big ocean after a long time of abstinence to Germany and start a little tour in 2009.

All I can say to you is that: it is absolutely worth to visit a Freeze gig! about sixty minutes of pure energy & fun. I'm not the greatest reviewer so I try to film a little with my camera (if i'm not drunk, haha) and put this evening in images (not always successful). Here I remember a lot of Pogodancing and it was incredible difficult. But I'm not just there for filming, right? So I think the pic speaks for itself, so enjoy this five song video in twelve minutes and the quality is largely good. B.t.w., Dr. Drunk post their awesome live album Five Way Fury from their 1991 tour, I think through the US, with massive hits. If you love the Cape Cod sound you should get this. They're still alive and that's just as well!

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V/A - Raw & Rare British Punk #1 1997

Raw And Rare British Punk was a little serie of four compilations which came out end of the 90s on Raw Records, I think as bootlegs, but am not sure. Anyway, the idea is bring more rare UK punk smashers among the people and if I compare the Bloodstains and the numerous other records with rare UK punk so is in my opinion the potential of early GB Punk far from over. Let's start with # 1 and we find old friends which are already available here on the blog (Jerks, Pretty Boyd Floyd) and new stuff which I heard for the first time (Bee Bee Cee, Duggie Briggs Band). The title of the series is a bit irritating because it is far away from "Raw" Punk, it's more good ole '77 stuff but which makes it no less interesting. Well, somehow the shit has to be baptized. Safe is: very good song selection and gives me pleasure. Others will follow in this theater, good night!

1.Get Yoor Woofing Dog Off Me - THE JERKS
2.A.C.A.B. - THE ROWDIES
3.You Gotta Know Girl - BEE BEE CEE
4.The Back End Of Nowhere - ACCIDENT ON THE EAST LANCS
5.Radio Interference - THE IGNERENTS
6.Kicks In Style - THE USERS
7.Spread The World Around - PRETTY BOY FLOYD & THE GEMS
8.Punk Rockin' Granny - DUGGIE BRIGGS BAND
9.Hold My Hand - THE JERKS
10.Freeze Out - THE ROWDIES
11.We Ain't Listening - BEE BEE CEE
12.Rat Race - ACCIDENT ON THE EAST LANCS
13.Wrong Place Wrong Time - THE IGNERENTS
14.Dead On Arrival - THE USERS
15.Hold Tight - PRETTY BOY FLOYD & THE GEMS
16.I'm A Flasher - DUGGIE BRIGGS BAND

- Big Thx to Drago -

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V/A - Bloodstains Across The UK 4 1999

This morning I listen to a lot of old UK punk bands and I can't get enough from all these classics. So here's a great compilation of tracks taken from rare punk records and I'm sure you need no further details. The Bloodstains records are always limited to 500 copies and since 1992 at the start. The CD releases have mostly bonus tracks on it but who wants CD's? I prefer vinyl even if it needs more space, anyway. Here are eighteen essential punk rock blasts and the song selection is quite good, no failure, check other volumes on wdthtc - a must have! A small note at the end: song #2 is not 'Disco Veteran', it's 'I've Seen It, Vomit', if interested. 

1.Time Wall - FIRE EXIT

2.I've Seen It, Vomit - BOG UGLY

3.Look-Out - THE FAKES

4.Fallen Hero - NO SUPPORT

5.Sick At Heart - THE BUZZ

6.All After My Blood - X-FILMS

7.Urban Damnation - THE PANIK

8.Pocket Money - NOISE TOYS

9.The Real People - THE EXILE

10.Things Go Wrong - THE REDUCERS

11.Circa 2 - THE LIMPS

12.Why? - THE SEIZE

13.Gutter Kids - THE DYAKS

14.Attack - ARMED FORCE

15.Nine All Out - LOW NUMBERS

16.I Want To Be Somebody - THE SYNDICATE

17.The Man In The Street - DEBUTANTES

18.Paranoia - THE FREEZE

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V/A - Killed By Death #2 1989

From my former Blog one more compilation of tracks from extremely rare punk records (1977-1982). First pressing was limited to 700 copies and pressed on black vinyl with yellow and black labels. Killed By Death, a series of bootleg compilations showcasing some of the rarest punk rock to date, keeps this tradition alive. KBD wasn't the only compilation series to take on limited-run and out of print punk, but it had the greatest impact, and continues to be produced today. There's a mostly secret and sordid history behind these compilations; many were produced illegally, and as such, lack contact information. With a very few clues, I set out to explore this bizarre world of "grey-market" punk rock releases. So here comes Volume 2 and a truly great record. One great song after another. If you had to get just one Killed By Death record, you can really take almost every record in my opinion. A classic in far too many ways to even take a stab at here. Still one of the best comps ever. Reissue on red vinyl, same tracks as the original. So KBD never grew out of being KBD, and I will never grow out of listening to it.

1.Bummer Bitch - FREESTONE

2.I Hate Tourists - THE FREEZE

3.Son Of Sam - CHAIN GANG

4.Disgusting - THE MAD

5.True Life - MACHINES

6.The Loser - VAINS

7.So Long To The Sixties - S'NOTS

8.Absolute Ruler - THE RUDE KIDS

9.Just Head - NERVOUS EATERS

10.Dead Rock & Rollers - DETENTION

11.Communist Radio - THE EAT

12.Blues - CHEIFS

13.Gacy's Place - MENTALLY ILL

14.Crowd Control - REALLY RED

15.Horizontal Action - PSYCHO SURGEONS

16.Don't Worry Kyoko Mommy's Only Looking For Her Hand In The Snow - CHILD MOLESTERS

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THE FREEZE - In Colour EP 1979

The Freeze formed in Edinburgh and were active from 1976 to 1982, gigging continuously throughout their homeland of Scotland, and supporting a wide range of acts, from the likes of Sham 69 to Echo & The Bunnymen. On stage they were quite the lively bunch - with an unusually diverse spectrum of sound, glam-punk gender-bending theatrics, and a knack for random song improvisation - it was a package that often left onlookers enthusiastically scratching their heads in astonishment. The group had two official releases – 1979’s debut EP 'In Colour' and 1980’s 7'' Celebration, both are self-financed on their own A1 label. Three punk/wave songs we have here and I like all a lot. Cool & nice stuff!!!!

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V/A - Väterchen Frost 1986

Extreme rare compilation on Mekka Records with lots of exclusive songs (particularly here mention Ranola, S-Chords and Katzenjammer Kids), the width spell goes here from punk to rock, little experimental stuff (without annoying) and more's not to say. Thanx to tvzuk for the pdf booklet and where & when I bought the record I don't know....Interested eh no one. A good entertaining mixture ton given music.

1.Tall Ships - FLESHPUPPETS

2.Müllkind - S-CHORDS

3.At War - HUNGRY FOR WHAT

4.Dread - CLOX

5.Prick Up Ya Ears - YEAH YEAH NOH

6.Cancer William - APPLIANCES-SFB

7.Consequence - BUMBITES

8.Gift - EA80

9.Lachleute & Nettmenschen - FAMILY 5

10.Des Wahnsinns Fette Beute - DOXANBON

11.Der Glückliche Tag - BLANK BARTÓKS

12.Spielen - JUNG ANALYSTS

13.Daisy Diesel - KATZENJAMMER KIDS

14.Propellerschaden - RANOLA

15.Here Comes The Sun Exploding - DEEP FREEZE MICE

16.Egg Foo Young - RIMARIMBA

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V/A - Revenge Of The Kamikaze Stegosaurus From Outerspace! 1988

I found a good review for you to make this international HC/Punk compilation tasty, so I can save other words: 'An often overlooked compiliation from the 1980's with some real gems on it. Most bands on here are from New Hampshire and the greater Boston area of Massachusetts, and some of those bands including XYZ, Psycho, Cancerous Growth, and possibly others shared members. The best tracks on here come from Florida's legendary No Fraud, XYZ, The Scam, and the best track comes from The Stain, who do a crazy high pitched vocaled, anti surfer skateboarding song. By the time this comp LP came out, some of the more well known bands on it such as Wretched and Ripchord (who were trying out the clean vocal approach at this time) had peaked. The Mentors contributed a live version of one of their pattented raunchy tunes and the Freeze contributed their mediocre at best, "Refrigerator Heaven" track which had previously appeared on the "Unsafe At Any Speed" comp EP put out by Modern Method in 1984. GG Allin throws on a piece of racist trash that should never have been allowed on the album in the first place. Also of note is that when this comp came out all songs on it were either unreleased or re-recorded. Overall, a pretty good comp that is worth it for the Stain song alone.'

1.L.I.F.E. - NO FRAUD
2.La Tua Morte Non Aspetta - WRETCHED
3.Refuse To Sign - XYZ
4.Look For Someone - RISE
5.18 - P.T.L. KLUB
6.Next To Grace & Hope - PRONG
7.Dingleberry Stew - BULGE
8.Lucky Ones - RIPCORD
9.Viviseccion - Tortura Innecesseria - RIPCORD
10.No Room (Live) - GG ALLIN & THE SCUMFUCKS
11.(No More) Cheap Talk - THE STAIN
12.Waste - PSYCHO
13.Injustice - PSYCHO
14....Lopussa - DAMAGE
15.Self Destruction - AFTERBIRTH
16.Cyanide - PHOBIA
17.Greed - CANCEROUS GROWTH
18.Refrigerator Heaven - THE FREEZE
19.Free Fix (Live) - MENTORS
20.Too Late - THE SCAM

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V/A - Paranoia You Can Dance To 1986

This compilaton was compiled by the Hamburg label Weird System and features the best of 'vinyl-fanzine' compilations 1 +2 which were released in the US on Flipside/Gasatanka records. All bands/tracks are damn good, no wonder by these names, remarkable the amazing live recording of the classic Misfits cut. But enough of words, perfect combination, nice and informative artwork, what else?

1.Gigantor - THE DICKIES
2.Religious Ripoff - GOVERNMENT ISSUE
3.Noone Is Ever Coming Home - THE FREEZE
4.Fight - SCREAM
5.Eighty-Four - UNDEAD
6.Warlords - F.U.'s
7.Suppose They Gave A War - T.S.O.L.
8.Give Me Fire - GBH
9.Island Paradise - DECRY
10.Metastasis - NAKED RAYGUN
11.Golden Boys - VAGINA DENTATA
12.Magnetic Shoes - PLAIN WRAP
13.Attitude - MISFITS
14.Walkin' The Dog - THE NECROS
15.Descending In E - CATATONICS
16.Shaken' All Over - AGENT ORANGE
17.Shoot The Kid - DETOX

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