VACUM - Osäker EP 1979 + Maskerad EP 1980

This band is a real phenomenon. Their debut album is already a classic but their first two 7inches beat this. Formed in Sundsvall they had their first vinyl release, I think, on the Sundsvallspunk EP and the other recordings were used for the Osäker EP (better known as simply titled EP), and the six songs on this are amazing, they sound very fresh, not rehearsed, as if the boys just played it off and finished. And this unconcern makes Vacum very simpatico. Released on the cult label Massproduktion in an edition of 500 copies. Their second EP (800 copies) with three songs is also strong and full of magic, truly sparkling and refreshing. With the release of Rädd För Tystnaden they changed their style a bit but the songs still good and grooves in every way. Vacum made with these both records certainly one of the catchiest goodies from Sweden.

- Many Thanx to Fredrik -

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DOGS - Mon Coeur Bat Encore 7'' 1984

Another 7Inch which lying here for a while uselessly is this one from the French Dogs. Detailed infos about the band can be found at the Walking Shadows post. This two-sided goodie has the a-side in French and the flip in English. Not as rough as their early recordings but in a decent rockin'punkin' tempo. Well, they made at that time long years of music so the change is preprogrammed..... sometimes. Anyway, a steady record!

- Special Thx to Fredrik -

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SLOTH - s/t LP 2010

This band we saw live and I don't know which was the headliner and when we at home my honey says: 'This is a bit strange!' Well, she was not wrong with it coz the music is certainly not everyone's taste but I like their sound, and certain is: this record brings me beautiful memories. Sloth are a punkband from Ohio and this is a compilation of fifteen songs pulled from various micro-edition singles released by various obscure labels and all but one sung by Neecie, the female voice of Sloth. I was a little skeptical before I get this record but all fifteen songs about animals & friends are charming, funny, sometimes a little weird, punky and in this combination the ultimate document of the beautiful side of Sloth. All two hundred LP's come in silkscreened covers, individually handpainted and stamped and released via Musikzimmer. Sure you can't get a copy but if you see one I can only recommended to buy this record.

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SLIME - Live, Arena/Wien 1982

After listen to their debut album I became a punk because that was the sound I was looking for and suited me (my god, how long has it been). Vigorous political punkrock from Hamburg and their first five albums are all classics. Live an experience, energetic & aggressive. Had the opportunity in 1990 in Hamburg and the Fabrik's bursting at the seams, Pogo without end, my pants were totally torn and I have lost at least five pounds. The band was in top form and the crowd confirmed it with an incredible presence. One of the best and most fun concerts I have ever experienced.....unforgotten!!!!!! A litte bit info: Slime is a German punkrock band, founded in 1979 and disbanded in 1994. The pre-Slime band was called Screamer, and the post-Slime band is – contrary to the occasional rumors – not Emils (Slime backwards), but Rubberslime, with the member Elf. In 2010, the band reformed to play some concerts for their 30th anniversary. The band was founded by Michael "Elf" Mayer (guitar), Eddi Räther (bass) and Ball (Peter Wodok/drums). Some months later, Dirk "Dicken" Jora joined as vocalist. Christian Mevs joined the band in 1980 as second guitarist, and Ball left in 1981 and was replaced by Stephan Mahler. Slime were very influential to the German punk culture and their debut album was actually the first banned German punk album. They are often considered to be the prototypical German punk or Deutsch-Punk band. On 15.06.2012, the brand new album 'Sich Fügen Heißt Lügen' is released and in autumn they toured in Germany and Austria. This bootleg here has only classics on it, overall ca. forty-one minutes playin' time and the sound quality is in every way superb. And now: let's be live in Vienna!!!!!

Intro/Legal-Illegal-Scheißegal/Yankees Raus/A.C.A.B./Deutschland Verrecke/Hey Punk!/Alptraum/Bullenschweine/Streetfight/Ab Jetzt Gewinnen Immer Wir/Artificial/Polizei-SA-SS/Nazis Raus/Rip Off/Bundeswehr/Pseudo

- Extra Big Thx goes to Reinhard -

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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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LEATHERFACE - Edward's/Birmingham 31.3.1991

I'm sure a lot of you know the last Leatherface album which is called 'Viva La Arthouse' and it's again a delicious release. Recorded live in Melbourne, nineteen tracks in an awesome sound quality. And I sit here & listening to this album again & again. I love Leatherface and they accompanied me for almost twenty years. Like the 'Live In Oslo' album with this release you can do nothing wrong, you’d better hurry up and get a copy. Leatherface live shows have become the stuff of legend, if you’ve ever been lucky enough to caught them live you’ll have witnessed the pre-gig excitement, the trepidation of the emotional possibilities, the rollercoaster ride of each song and the overall full on powerhouse brutality of melodic punk rock. Here is another bootleg from my hard drive and this post is the proof that you can be creative when you listen at punk rock. Now I dig out this treasure with thirteen songs in a consistently acceptable sound quality. Get this for free and buy their new album - it's a must have and worth every cent! CHEERS!

Colorado Joe-Leningrad Vlad/Razor Blades & Aspirin/How Lonely/The Bastards Can't Dance/Green And Pleasant Land/New York State/Sublime/Speak In Tongues/I Have Many Things/Peasant In Paradise/Ideal World/In The Ghetto/You Are My Sunshine

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WIPERS - In Nürnberg 1987

Start today with a rare one and it's always a pleasure for me listen to: Wipers. Fantastic live recording from Portland's best, I love this band. Unnecessary to write more words. The song selection is perfect, sound is ok and with a total playin' time of 74 minutes simply superb. I'm sure that those who hear the combo for the first time look for a few plates, I promise: it's worth! Puuhhh, I'm lazy writing now, the gig yesterday was too intense. I guess I'm going to spend the day in bed now, post a little and rip a LP and of course soccer... I love Saturdays, enjoy! 

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THE SMITHS - Louder Than Bombs 1987

This day was terrible. I couldn't think clear, two years it is right now and I'm still struggling with this circumstances, always thinkin' of my beloved girl... miss you so much honey!! I flee into music and found this album here. The Smiths was one of her favourite band and without her I never came in touch with this Manchester group. I remember, as she told me that she has always heard a tape of them in her car. I listen to the sound and was instantly impressed. Yeah, that met exactly my taste which made me very happy. Clearly we look for records to buy and we get two, 'Meat Is Murder' and this one. Both are phenomenal. "Louder Than Bombs" is a compilation album and was released as a double album in March 1987 by their American record company, Sire Records. The album was released as the American counterpart to their recent British compilation ''The World Won't Listen'' and consisted of all singles and nearly all B-sides that had not at that point been available in the States, either on single or album, with a few other tracks added. Its highest chart position was number 63. A lot of killing songs are on it and they bring back lots of memories of happier carefree days and I can't stop cryin' when I listen to. For me reason enough to post this album here because she is thereby present and this record is a whole masterpiece with damn good lyrics and a beautiful voice. Take Care!

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AGENT ORANGE - Real Live Sound 1990

To this band, I know I must not write much words. You know their sound + You love them. At least that applies to me. Agent Orange from California exist since 1980 and are one of our favorite bands. They were playing live here six years ago (it can be viewed here) and they laid a fantastic performance that inspired me. I distinctly remember that rainy evening in April, and I could not wait to see the band on stage, as it always is with boring support bands which nobody needs, and I shot with my camera the whole gig which was much too short. The band sounds great and the selection of old & new songs plus the inevitable cover tunes were awesome. So this fine album here were recorded live in Los Angeles, at the Roxy/Hollywood on July 21, 1990 and totally captured it and reflects this show from April very well. If you have the opportunity to see this crazy band live don't hesitate, be there. You'll be not disappointed.

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CHEAP'N'NASTY - Covergirl EP 1981

Once again we have here another good record from the Netherlands. Cheap 'N Nasty were a legendary punk band from Leiden and was founded in the 80s. This is their only release I think and came out on Smashstick Plastics Records. They playing melodic punkrock and the two-part singing, female & male, is awesome. I like it here very well. Meanwhile, the EP is sold at exorbitant sums. Look out on ebay and then you know what I mean.

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