SJØLMORD - Holocaust 7'' 1980

Again in to Norway to a band which released their first single on Plateselskapet Mai with two funky punk tracks. Some of you might know the title track from the Anarki & Kaos: Norsk Punk Vol.1 compilation. They released in 1992 a second 7inch on the netherland label Cenotaph Records and Discogs describe this as hard rock style, I never heard it but these two cuts here are pretty '77 punk, not so snotty as some other early classics but worth a listen. About the band I have not much infos, only they were founded in Trondheim and they existed from 1978 - 1980, the name Sjølmord means Maritime Murder. That's all and if you know more feel free to leave your comments.

- Thx again to Fredrik -

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THE YES-MEN - Fratricide 7'' 1998

The Yes-Men were a garage rock band from various parts of Australia and were formed by Sean Greenway (vox/git) in 1995. Greenway was pretty much a mainstay and large part of the burgeoning Melbourne underground rock scene in the late 80’s and early 90’s. Musically they were one of the most powerful Australian high energy rock'n'roll bands. If you like Aussie punk like me then this is essential. They are very close to the pulse of Radio Birdman but also had a cool modern thing going. Worth to check their MySpace site. Sadly Sean passed away from an accidental drug overdose in January 2001 and The Yes-Men did not longer exist. What a loss.

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KAKA DE LUXE - Las Canciones Malditas 1983

From the cold north to sunny south, back to November 1977, a group of young misfits, calling itself the lightweight of the pin, which ranged from futuristic comic fanzines making, decided to form a band, inspired by the newborn London punk storm. Kaka De Luxe was founded in Madrid and were Fernando Marquez (Lefty), Manolo Campoamor, Carlos Berlanga (Dario Castro), Enrique Sierra (Sir Henry), Olvido Gara (Alaska), Nacho Canut (zinc Alloy) and Pablo Martinez. No member knew just sing or play, but wasted energy and provocation in some letters that passed censorship difficult time. They recorded an s/t EP in 1978 and in 1983 appeared, when the group had been dissolved, this album with the 'damn songs' which contained their first demos. Kaka de Luxe was very active and is one of the most important bands of the Madrid scene!

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OUTO ELÄMÄ - Oi Maanne Suomi 1998

Here's another killer from Finland, Outo Elämä (Strange Life) was formed in late 1978 by Arto 'Otra' Romppanen (vocals, guitar), Juha 'Jussi' Hakulinen (bass) and Harri 'Jazz' Leppänen (drums). In early 1979 another first geneartion punk from the town of Joensuu (in eastern Finland), Harri 'Hape' Turunen (guitar) joined the group. The most productive year for the band was 1979 when they gigged around Joensuu and recorded a demo (this recording) produced by Reijo Heiskanen, the guitarrist for Hassisen Kone (the most popular New Wave group at that time in Finland). The material was written by Otra and was termed Rebellion Punk. The ignition and inspiration came from the climate of occupying and sqautting a house in Joensuu and standing up against such human grievances as racial segregation in South Africa. The working-class brats also gave the finger to opponents of economic equality. Adopting the left wing drive of the likes of Clash, Sex Pistols, Pelle Miljoona, Che Guevara, Bob Marley and a countless number of other leftie freethinkers, they let fly, occasionally getting burned but never losing the attitude. 19 years later, Alternative Action Records now finally released this awesome stuff and to say it with Orta's words: "I hope this release you're holding offers moments pf pleasure for all of you hardened friends of 70's punk who cared more for genuine attitude than superficial musical assets." I have nothing more to add except start the download right now.

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CHAOS - Tribal Warfare EP 1984

Pogar was a small vinyl punk label in West Berlin of the eighties, which originated in 1981 in the former Berlin indie record store Vinyl Boogie. A total of about 50 different titles appeared on Pogar and this is Pogar 10. Chaos is one of these very unknown bands because they never release an official album, 1980 came their first demo out and then further a few tapes. In 1984 in an edition of 1000 their only vinyl here on Pogar Records. A compilation CD with all their recordings were released from Street Dogs Records and that's it. At that the 4 gents are not bad at all. Typical 80's UK punk sound in the vein of G.B.H, just a bit dirtier. Nice driving guitars, a decent tempo and a cool voice, really a lost nugget. What's next Baby???

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V/A - Pesthauch Des Dschungels 1983

Absolute cult compilation with lots of bizarre punk bands. Released on Park Platten Records and is today much sought (a limited number of copies comes with a net and a set of cards). They range from punk rock, darkwave and a bit of experimental music. I like this diversity and this is why sampler are just made. It's a long time ago I listen to it and now I thought, I should post it. A true masterpiece I would say, very well done. Note: behind the "Die Ulkigen Pulkigen & Die Geilen Greise" hide none other than Die Ärzte.

1.Too Much Too Soon - CHIM CHIM CHEREE!

2.Die Einsamkeit Der Würstchen - DIE ULKIGEN PULKIGEN

3.1000 Jahre - DIE AUTOS

4.Lehn Dich An Mich - K.T.P.

5.Sator - ASMONDI BIZARR

6.Schweigen - EA80

7.Schön Ist Anders - FAMILY 5

8.Arztgeschichten (Live) - DIE MIMMIS

9.Kult - FREUNDE DER NACHT

10.Motor Im Kopf - DIE SHADOCKS

11.Ich Hab' Udo Lindenberg Die Beine Amputiert - DIE GEILEN GREISE

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THE BRAINS OF HUMANS - Game 88 EP 1989

Holy Shit, I have a big hangover and four gigs in one month is really too much.......but there is no better way to waste my time and yesterday it was once again a nice evening with wonderful people. Since I have not much lust to sit today in front of the computer just a little faster post by a band from Zurich with their only release I think, 2000 copies were made and we have 4 tracks, slightly metallic wrapping mixed with classic hardcore. The singer seems really pissed and lyrics like "Give Aids A Chance!!!" are very zynical & speak for themselves. This EP is awesome, comes fat if you want to start a day with drinking.

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ALTERNATIVE - In Nomine Patri EP 1982

Last one for today because I'm in a hurry for Serene Fall/Klotzs tonight in Exzess so I stolen the info from PunkyGibbon (forgive me): "These Scottish anarcho punks first surfaced with the poppiest (and by far best) cut on 1981's execrable Bullshit Detector. “Change It’, lifted from their demo, was a pretty crap song, but it had a tune and the whole LP was so miserable that even this innocuous ditty sounded good. So, having released their first recording via Crass, they spent the rest of their career being compared to them. By the time of the In Nomine Patri EP, they had a second guitarist - Dougie McHale (Actives) - and Wilf had been replaced by Gordon 'Gogs' Smith. With the addition of another vocalist (Linda 'Linger' Rotherham) they then shared a split cassette with Dirt and Reality Control (Live 23.10.82 The Bunker), and underwent more lineup changes. The new band released If They Treat You Like Shit - Act Like Manure, an LP which is considered an anarcho punk classic. They split in 1986 after recording more demos with yet more personnel revisions."

- Special Thx to Fredrik -

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SLEEPY SLEEPERS - Sinulle Äiti 1975

This is a complete surprise and I never heard of them and they exist since 1975 as Punk was still in its infancy. The Sleepy Sleepers were founded in Lathi + the band released 19 albums between 1975 and 1989. Sakke Järvenpää and Mato Valtonen were the main members of the band, later they founded Leningrad Cowboys. This is their debut album and here's a brilliant mix of Rock'n'Roll classics, nice ballads and fast dirty punk tunes. They describe themselves as a rock band and maybe they are so on their other albums Sinulle Äiti kicks the shit out of me and for the mid-70's they were surprisingly far in terms of a rough sound. What they sing is beyond my knowledge but their lyrics must not always family safe - it's written their records were banned on Finnish Broadcasting Corporation. This is not always bad, right?? Enjoy thirteen tracks of this exceptional combo.

- Special Thx to Fredrik -

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COCKS IN STAINED SATIN - Hebephrenia 1987

Here again another pearl of Frankfurt's Cocks. After two EP's and a 12" this is their first full length album. All music were written by drummer Bernd Hasenfus (R.I.P.) so why this is called Hebephrenia. This album brings twelve very catchy choruses and upbeat riffs together with a slick production that keeps a raw edge. All twelve songs have a serious pop flavor which causes a cheerful sound and a sense of humor. I listen to them now and then I thought by myself: why not post? I'm a genius, haha.. The record was pressed in bloody red vinyl and is today very rare and hard to find. A fantastic punk goodie which is simply just fun. I love them - Fits every birthday or SM party.

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