MODERNES PICKLES - s/t EP 1981

One more rare 7Inch, today from the Moderne Pickles, one of the first alternative outfits out of Quebec City and this little bastard was made in 1981 and released via Neanderthal Records in an edition of 850 copies. Needless to say, this is their only vinyl appearance. The band was founded by Martin (vocals), Michel (guitars), Bertrand (bass), Robert (drums) at the end of the late Seventies and somehow they didn't make it for a record, probably because of their extraordinary style. We have three songs here, the first two shine with a decent New Wave touch and the third is not worth mentioning, and apart from that, it is not very clear to me why some crazy people charge 30-40 Euros for this record. Well, that's why I'm here to stop you... anyway the second half of the Bundesliga for the SGE starts in two hours, today versus fucking BVB, and I just want three points. ⚽⚽⚽

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THE SPORTS - Who Listens To The Radio 7'' 1979

Not really Punk stuff but the following combo has brought a lot to vinyl in its five-year life, and this very successfully. The Sports were from Melbourne and performed, recorded between 1976 and 1981. Mainstay members were Stephen on lead vocals and Robert (bass), with long-term members such as Paul (drums) and Andrew (lead guitar) and Martin (guitar). Their style was similar to both 1970s British pub rock bands and British new wave. The original single was released on Mushroom in October 1978 and shortly thereafter reworked and re-recorded and as new lead 7Inch from the band's second album, Don't Throw Stones (1979), again released with another flip. Two simple but well crafted pop songs. 

- Special Thx to Fredrik -

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V/A - Bloodstains Across The World #6 2019

Oh Yeah, the last across the world Bloodstains to date and how we can move into the mood for the weekend more splendidly?... right, drinking with good friends, telling stories and hang out. There are supposed to be 100 copies and like the previous ones, #6 was created by the same detective. All songs are at least decent and some have already appeared on other compilations. What bothers me a little is the poor loveless artwork, very cheap card sleeve and no info about the bands except year of release and their country of origin... but enough grumbling. I have to hurry to catch the train and two beautiful days lie ahead with lots of Backgammon, beer, music and Happi Happi, Cheers!

1.Wha' Der Yer Want? - BOUNDSTONE SCHOOL

2.Men Of Action - STATE OF EMERGENCY

3.Nostalgie - EVIL ROXY

4.I'm Being Followed - THE NOVELS

5.So What - SILVERSTONE

6.Tytot Irvistaa - IDIOOTTI

7.Thinking About The Sun - THE SPIES

8.C'mon Everybody - BRENT FORD & THE NYLONS

9.Media - THE VERDIX

10.When You Were My Baby - THE VERTEX

11.I Just Need Myself - THE CURE

12.Look At Me Now - THE MYSTERONS

13.Destruye - FAMILIA REAL

14.Depresion - FAMILIA REAL

15.Bingo - THE ESCORTS

16.I Hate Being In Love - AMY & THE ANGELS

17.Subway - NO KNOWN CURE

18.Pretend You're Not Crazy - PHOBIA

19.Republik - BANDAGE

20.Lip Gloss Factor - PAUL WEST & RHYTHM SQUADRON

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ANGRY SAMOANS - The Unboxed Set 1995

"Well, let's seeee.." important band, bombastic music and the Unboxed Set is precisely what the title states; a fuckin' hot compilation that includes all four Angry albums prior to their break-up 1991, a total of forty-three divine incomparable unforgettable nuggets (you see, I'm just throwing around hymns of praise). The music of the Angry Samoans contains all the elements what a dirty, wild, ugly and hard Punk band should have: juvenile humor, raging barre chords, snotty vocals and most importantly, a strong sense of justice. In addition, they also had great songwriting and an unusually tight rhythm section that placed them several notches above the others. From vocalist 'Metal' Mike Saunders' primordial screams to the hilarious false-folk of STP Not LSD. Release also includes truly inspired liner notes from guitarist Gregg Turner, which perfectly capture the band's recklessness, nihilism and uncompromising punk attitude. Angry Samoans were formed in the LA area by "Metal" Mike Saunders (vocals/guitars), P.J. & Gregg (guitars), Todd (bass), Bill (drums) back in 1978. Saunders was already a veteran musician by this point, unlike most of very young punk and hardcore upstarts of that era. The sound was a mix of garage and hardcore punk. In 1995 Triple X did a great service by compiling all of those releases on a compact disc. The title was a jab at the bloated, multiple CD box sets that were all the rage at the time. While vinyl snobs would still want to hunt down the individual records, The Unboxed Set was/is a gift for most fans. This compilation is a classic in its own right and a fuckin' must have!!

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RADIOHEAD - Pop Is Dead 12'' 1993

We stay in the same year but come to a versatile and one of my faves whose first albums presented solid rock and created new interesting sounds with Kid A, which I also tolerate and listen to, but I prefer to stick to the earlier works, because I'm more at home here, doch der Reihe nach. Several months after their fantastic debut smasher Pablo Honey, Radiohead [formed 1985 in Abingdon, Oxfordshire and consists of Thom (vocals/guitar/piano), brothers Jonny (lead guitar/ keyboards) & Colin (bass), Ed (guitar) and Philip (drums). Radiohead's experimental approach is credited with advancing the sound of alternative rock], released this decent driven chromatic riff guitar non-album track in form of a 12Inch via Parlophone. A solid, complex production of four goodies, three of them live, already illustrate the potential of the five. Sure, some say that it doesn't belong to the best of them and presumably they're right, if you look at the further development & other albums, but I like the songs and like to play the Oxford-Sound. Rare & Good One!

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...BUT ALIVE - Für Uns Nicht 1993

Welcome 2022 and the first post belongs to a band that I appreciate very much and whose music is one of the best of the nineties and thus gave an important part of the lame movement of that time new input. Krawehl, Krawehl was their first demo from 1991 (connoisseurs know immediately who gave this words), and it soon attracted the interest of the Hamburg label Weird System, which finally signed the band. - The quartet But Alive was one of the most influential German punk bands until 1999 and were, alongside Wizo, Boxhamsters and Dackelblut, at the forefront of German punk movement for four records and seven years. Actually started as a small fun band, the political claim developed more and more as a permanent trademark of the group. Spurred on by German formations such as EA80 and, above all, Slime, But Alive quickly became one of the biggest mouthpieces of the intellectual punk scene. Because of their left-radical and highly political lyrics, ...But Alive should not be equated with the blunt slogans of the "Mob & Gesocks" punks. Their message is hidden in demanding lyrics, which often wrong interpreted (also from punks itself). After a few bass players, there is finally the line-up around Marcus (vocals/guitars), Hagen (guitars), Torben (bass), Frank (drums). They made four very good albums, of which more will appear soon in this theatre. Für Uns Nicht is a great debut, arranged sharply and fluently and with lyrics that get to the point, they spoke out what is wrong in this world and that fourteen times. The first 500 copies in blue vinyl, my copy. Enough useless words, nobody cares anyway, enjoy the music and look forward to an interesting new music year.

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V/A - Killed By Death #666 1998

Last post in 2021 and the conclusion on wdthtc I want to end with a another great collection of early and unusual European, North American and Australian Punk rarities! Nice job once again have the detectives done and including some relatively unknown obscurities to make those Killed By Death only collectors scurry a little more. There are a few "arty" tracks thrown in here that fits the album right in. A decidedly tasteful international flavor here of some of the most fucked music ever made. Sharpen your silly little pencils cause what's left you're gonna have to add to your want list. So rare you gotta wonder if they were ever made! Overall this is a fuckin' great record, especially this late in the compilation game, worth listening to a few times a year. A total of Nineteen rare nuggets, for you, for me. Take care of yourself and I wish you all a happy fuckin' new year!

1.Å Knugen - RUNE STRUTZ

2.Jag Vill Må Bra - TUPPJUKK

3.Mopey Grope - THE SODS

4.Modern Roll - RED SQUARES

5.Sing Song - TEA SET

6.Do You Wanna - WAYWARD YOUTH

7.Reason To Whine - BRONCS

8.Everybody Loves - JUST URBAIN

9.Antero - OUTO ELÄMÄ

10.Inte Intressant - STRY & STRIPPARNA

11.Charter Tönt - LARS LANGS

12.Tro Inte Dina Ögon - SKABB

13.Brakes On You - TRACKS

14.Now I Ain't Got No Face - NO FUN

15.Nil Carborundum - THE PATHETIX

16.Dead End Kidz - DEMON PREACHER

17.Leave Me Alone - THE SCABS

18.Flying Saucer Attack - THE SURPRISES

19.Low Rent - THE RENTALS

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SPRAYS - Te Vere A Las Diez 7'' 1982

Great PowerPop mod single by the Sprays on Floy Y Nata Records with two excellent tunes. The band were Guilermo (vocals/guitar), Tony (bass) and Rodri (drums). It was recorded at the Moraleda Studios in Barcelona on October 28 and November 4 and 8 of that same year. The three play very simple catchy PowerPop with energetic rhythms heavily influenced by British bands and their music alternated with other styles such as ska and old Jamaican sound. In their live shows they captivated the audience with their exhilarating performance and a big festive party ensued with only positive vibes infecting the young people in every imaginable way. They didn't need anything else: a guitar, a bass and a drum kit to keep the audience's feet moving. Very smart, very delicious!

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U.K.SUBS - Endangered Species 7'' 2018

Belfast based record label Punkerama released this UK Subs slab in a limited edition of 500 copies, spread over three different colours. Endangered Species is the title of the fourth Subs album which was released 1982 and to be honest, I don't know why this 7Inch came out, certainly interesting for collectors, but otherwise the reason remains unclear. But can you blame the boys for it? I don't think so. They have been in the music circus constantly since 1976, with ups and downs, and you can put on a record at anytime and the sound is definitely a worthy end of another virus year. Enjoy two catchy powerful moments!

- Great Thx to Fredrik -

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CASSETTE - F.FWD EP 1979

Next obscure slab was recorded by a four piece called Cassette and they were Robbi (vocals), Bog (guitars), Aid (bass), Rich (drums) and F.FWD (Fast Forward) is their only release on 1 Track Records. Three nice tracks that have nothing in common with the typical hard British Punkrock of the Eighties, I would tend towards postpunk or new wave. The opener is a solid mid-tempo number with a creaky guitar and nice tempo changes. The flip starts with a shiny stomper that is played just as brilliantly, followed by a worthy conclusion with occasional rest phases. Very interesting record from a band that unfortunately didn't make an appearance in any other way but this goodie is perfect. Guest on the compilation Nobody Wants Us Vol.7.

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