VEDA BROZK - Lucia 7'' 1982

Not easy to post something appropriate after a milestone and I decided on something adequate in form of a rather unknown band from Sweden with their first single. Veda Brozk was a five piece from Örsköldsvik and they won a local Rock competition in their home town, Rockforum 1982, and the price was to recording the winning song on a single and it was "Lucia", the a-side on this record, released via Try Musikproduktion. The lyrics is about the bad behavior of people in Lucia (a big Swedish party holiday) when they been drinking too much (info by lalind). In 1983 a second 7Inch Vill Bara Vara Barn was released and then it was Schicht. No compilation tracks and no further info. Well, two nice New Wave goodies with a Bontempi organ round off the presence of these five, and as classics neither go down in the annals of the glorious songs. Certainly interesting for all Swedish lovers among you. Now off to town, need new shoes and a jacket.

- Great Thx to Fredrik -

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CHAOS Z - Ohne Gnade 1982

RRR.13 is by far the best record of the Brühler label Rock-O-Rama and if the three, Thomas (vocals/guitars), Andreas (bass), Michael (drums), would have known at the time that Egoldt is a damn profit-oriented bastard and is not a niche for underground bands in the DIY sense, they would certainly choose another label, but the times were different and labels were rare. Chaos Z were founded in summer 1980 by the three above as the Zeroes. In October of the same year they renamed their band Chaos Z. At the same time, they started to write their lyrics in German. Their first vinyl appearance is the awesome Abmarsch EP on Mülleimer Records 1981. They rarely play gigs and there was no indication of the line-up on the records. Only with releases on samplers did it become known that the brothers Thomas & Andreas Löhr were the main members of the band. They existed from 1980 to 1983 and then merged into the band Fliehende Stürme with the same line-up. In 1995 Andreas recorded in single-handedly (Michael had left the band and Thomas died after the recordings for third Stürme CD Fallen) another Chaos Z album. 45 Jahre Ohne Bewährung took up the hardcore of the early 80s. In 2002, Weird System released the double LP Dunkle Strassen (1981-1995 complete), a compilation of all Chaos Z pieces that had been released so far, which contained all the lyrics (apart from that to Rocker Billy) and a summary of the band's history by Andreas. However, as with the sampler Schlachtrufe BRD, the intro for war is missing (however, it was cut out incorrectly on Dunkle Strassen), which was originally included on this album. Chaos Z's music is initially pure hardcore punk that may have been influenced by bands like Discharge. According to their own statements, they also felt inspired by New Wave groups and so more and more elements from the Dark Wave were used which then ushered in the change. With this album the three have produced a real universal classic and in my opinion, the best German HardcorePunk record ever and the original (appeared with a lyricsheet, which was rather unusual for the shitty label) is every damn price worth. Unequaled, still topical and great after almost forty years!!

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LA PESTILENCIA - La Muerte... Un Compromiso De Todos 1989

A really fantastic album is the debut album of this band and I'm not really a connoisseur of South American punk, few bands come from there and you don't even get records quick in the next record store, my focus is more in Europe or Oceania, much more was produced in Brazil by excellent bands. But what the four gentlemen, Dilson (vocals), Francisco (guitar), Héctor (bass) and Jorge (drums), deliver here is worth all honors, eighteen splendid tracks as I'm used to from this continent; catchy, squeezed, fast and an outstanding singer. Packed in an elaborate artwork and via Mort-Discos released. On the back stands "limited edition" but I don't know how many... anyway... a bit wiki-info about them: La Pestilencia were founded 1986 in the capital Bogotá by Héctor and Dilson, the latter being the only permanent member of the group since its inception. The group is recognised as Colombia's first punk band and have been acclaimed for their influence on Colombia's alternative music scene, with critics noting Díaz's lyrics concerning social injustice, the violence perpetrated during Colombia's civil war, political corruption, the influence of foreign governments, and environmental concerns. To date they made six albums and the band is apparently still active.

- Great Thx to Fredrik -

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SONS OF ISHMAEL - Pariah Martyr Demands A Sacrifice 1987

Today will be a gray rainy day, ideal for activities at home, let's see how much lust & time I have for postin'. Let's start with a "pick-me-up": Sons Of Ishmael were Punx from Toronto and active 1985-1992 and their first vinyl appearance was the thirteen track EP Hayseed Hardcore on Death Enema Records. After some line-up changes, in May 1987 were fourteen fast trashy songs recorded by Tim (vocals), Glenn & Paul (guitars), Mike (bass), Chris (drums) and released by Over The Top Records (in Europe via Manic Ears Records). Two more albums and a 7Inch plus further line-up changes followed until the steam was out at some point, found on numerous compilations as well. Good stuff!

- Great Thx to Fredrik -

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V/A - Bakverk 80 1979

Friday, weekend and I say "Hello folks" with another rare record from Sweden and I'm sure you'll like it. Released via Musiknätet Waxholm (MNW) Records and three bands from Stockholm are represented here. First Kurt Sune Med Berits, better known as KSMB, with seven solide '77 crackers which require no further words, simply delicate. The Travolta Kids celebrate a dose of powerpop and they for me set, game & match. Catchy tunes with a high addiction factor. They made two 7Inches and I recommend to listen at their album which they released in 1980, a real masterpiece. Last but not least the Incest Brothers, their only release is a mini 12'' called Tre Ar Försent on Rosa Honung Records and a lot of compilation songs. Overall, a very successful Platte with plenty songs plus one of the most creative covers I think, and with this cake I leave the stage for breakfast.

1.Bohman - KSMB

2.Abab - KSMB

3.Hårding - KSMB

4.Miltärlåten - KSMB

5.Förortsbarn - KSMB

6.Jag Vill Dö - KSMB

7.Muf - KSMB

8.Sune - TRAVOLTA KIDS

9.Tryck På Knappen - TRAVOLTA KIDS

10.Tunnbrödsrulle - TRAVOLTA KIDS

11.Nick Carter - TRAVOLTA KIDS

12.Bli Polis - TRAVOLTA KIDS

13.Bill Å Bull - TRAVOLTA KIDS

14.Titta På Den Här - TRAVOLTA KIDS

15.Lördagspunk - INCEST BROTHERS

16.Discofnask - INCEST BROTHERS

17.Oskyldig - INCEST BROTHERS

18.Pubertetsproblem - INCEST BROTHERS

19.Svensson - INCEST BROTHERS

20.Arbetslös - INCEST BROTHERS

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DEMON - The Plague 1983

Another fresh rip by a record which I grew up with, the third album by Demon from Leek, Staffordshire and this fantastic plague with eight brilliant rock goodies was recorded by Dave (vocals), Mal & Les (guitars), Chris (bass) and John (drums). Before I delight you with useless information from wiki, I will give you a short review: "The Plague" and its emotional and gripping songs are just one of many examples and if one or the other of you have actually overlooked it, now would be the perfect time to fill this "gap"...I can't express it better! - "The band were signed by Mike Stone's Clay Records in 1980 and licensed to Carrere Records to join their stable of metal bands. Their debut album, Night Of The Demon, was released in 1981. After their 1982 follow-up album, The Unexpected Guest, the band experimented beyond the NWOBHM sound and moved the band in a more melodic direction whilst still retaining the more traditional heavy metal black magic lyrical style. In 1983, Demon took a change in direction. The Plague marked a swing towards a more progressive sound, adding the keyboards of session musician Andy Richards to the album's sound. Lyrically the band also changed direction, switching to a more overtly political style that was to characterise their albums for the rest of their career. The following album, Pink Floyd influenced British Standard Approved (1984), released on the small independent Clay label, was not a huge commercial success, and with the death of Mal Spooner later that year, it appeared that the band would soon fold. At this point, the band had recruited a permanent keyboard player and co-songwriter in Steven Watts." A really good album with varied songs and critical lyrics that I always enjoy listening to and the plague is more topical than ever... and all in 320kBit/s

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V/A - Geschichten Aus Der Zwischenzeit 1999

Gude Morsche liebe Gemeinde and welcome on this wonderful sunny day off. I start postin' today with musical delicacy from the land of poets and thinkers. Romantic, melancholic masterpieces of literature, painting, art and of course music were here created. And that we can still do such nuggets is demonstrated by this splendid compilation, the first release from the Sturmhöhe label, and there are seventeen of them. The Créme De La Créme of gloomy bands has gathered to set real feelings to music, to reflect on yourself, to allow dark times and still enjoy life. Most of them are exclusive tracks to my knowledge and unfortunately not released as vinyl. Nun denn, enjoy the music, also suitable for non-German speakers and search for more slabs from the bands in the blog.

1.Für Mich - VERBRANNTE ERDE

2.Sternenleichen - FLIEHENDE STÜRME

3.Re-Missing - SERENE FALL

4.Time... - HUMAN TIMEBOMB

5.Ausgangsziel - TRISTESSE

6.Zerstörung - PETER FIELD

7.Wait - WANK

8.Stella - DIE BLUMEN DES BÖSEN

9.Schwarz - L.S.K.

10.Höllengott - SUBSTANCE OF DREAM

11.Dosentod - KRANKHEIT DER JUGEND

12.Trust - SERENE FALL

13.Asche & Stein - L.S.K.

14.R.+J. - VERBRANNTE ERDE

15.Techno Plastik Love Affair - WANK

16.Toter Winkel - DIE BLUMEN DES BÖSEN

17.Down - HUMAN TIMEBOMB

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NÜTZLICHE IDIOTEN - Wir Sind Lebendig Begraben EP 1985

Very rare German slab by DNI, better known as Nützliche Idioten and they were from Düsseldorf and consisted of Hank, Heavy, Matze & Rometsch. The first appearance on vinyl was 1982, a split album together with Chor Der Gefangenen on Runde Sache Records (200 copies). Musically we listen to typical gruffy rough 80s german punk which you can certainly pack on a selfmade compilation with rare & obscure stuff (get active here and send me the clutter). Reissued 1998 on the Die Deutschen Kommen Zurück! record by Loud, Proud & Punk Records with four other rare deutschpunk nuggets. Now I can't think of anything... I hope you enjoy the extraordinary times, read the daily press and watch much TV, and if you find this is all normal, throw your beer in the garbage and go to the monastery.

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M.I.A. - After The Fact 1987

One of the first punk bands from Las Vegas were M.I.A. and this is their last album which came out via Flipside Records. Before I leave you with an excellent review from their homepage, briefly the note about their debut split 12'' Last Rides together with Genocide that illustrate their musical roots and is a damn big eruption (Vesuvius is kindergarten). "After the Fact is one of the best US punk records of the late 1980s, mostly because it mixes many post-punk influences and innovates where other punks cling totradition. The two guitars rarely play similar parts, there are dynamics & mood settings, contemplative sound and even a Killing Joke inspired tribal backbeat. The production on After the Fact is far superior to M.I.A.'s past efforts, with real bottom, kick, drive and guts. Check out the cover of "California Dreaming" or the effortless “Edge Of Forever” for proof that punk can be a fresh aural pleasure, even at this late date. M.I.A. ultimately paid the same price that the original TSOL and Effigies did when they went against the grain and tried to take punk to its next step: the group split up in early 1988." – Jack Rabid/Trouser Press - I would like to add; in 2001 Alternative Tentacles brought out a cool double record set called 'Lost Boys' (the first 1000 in orange) with thirty-seven rare old blasts, great stuff!

- Great Thx to Fredrik -

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RADIKAL HC - Venganza 1988

Solid debut by this three piece from the iberian peninsula and the band consisted of Panko (vocals/bass), Alvaro (guitars), Javi (drums) and the album was released on the legendary Spanish label Discos Suicidas and Radikal Hardcore play fast, no-frills pieces mixed with a few three minute numbers, but keeping the pace high and amazingly melodic. Also present on some compilations, one of them the famous Diez Años Discos Suicidas slab. The three count among the best from the Basque Country and five albums have been recorded so far and whether the band is still active is beyond my knowledge.

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