BLACK FLAG - Everything Went Black 1982

Beware!!!! Now a damn classic... masterpiece... eleventh bid... multiple orgasms... passionate vibrations!!! Black Flag was one of America's first hardcore punk bands. They emerged from Southern California to gain international prominence, touring enough to become a major attraction in virtually every city where a scene existed and undoubtedly inspiring others to get in the game. Via the band's SST label, Black Flag played an essential role in the development and popularization of American punk. Through countless revolving door personnel changes — which spawned numerous spin-off bands along the way — Black Flag persevered until 1986, finally dissolving after locating and exploring the zone where punk and heavy metal intersect and overlap. Everything Went Black is an awesome compilation and was released 1982 through SST Records and comprises early unreleased recordings 1978-1981 before Henry Rollins became the band's vocalist in 1981, and was initially released without the group's name on its cover, due to their lawsuit with MCA/Unicorn. Instead, the names of the group members were listed on the first release. Three singer can we enjoy; Keith Morris/Ron Reyes/Dez Cadena and I would say; by far the best time for the Californians & I would like to add a small extract from a brilliant review: "As if these recordings needed any more mythos associated with them! Although Nervous Breakdown would set the underground punk scene on fire, and wile Keith Morris’ sardonic, cagey delivery would go on to impress and inform thousands of future punk rockers, there was a scant four Black Flag tracks to his name prioer to Black. As Black Flag seemed to operate in cycles, the same could be said of Ron Reyes as well as Dez Cadena. Little did fans know that for each vocalist, there was nearly a full album’s worth of material- the same material mind you, but unreleased material none the less. Except it wasn’t quite the same material for each singer. Granted, almost all these songs had been released previously and many of the songs crop up two or three times on this release. But, Black was a boon in that it showed how each singer brought his own unique perspective to this material. This showed both the strength of the individual vocalists as well as the core material." Nothing to add I think. I personally prefer the Johnny "Bob" Goldstein era and you guess why, I have the Aggressive Rockproduktionen release and this vinyl-rip comes in refreshing 320k/Bit. Let's Pogo!

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KARNAGE - Total Terminus EP 1984

Classic french punk from Clermont Ferrand and this is their only vinyl release. Three awesome tracks, first one starts with a classic piano intro and turned into a melodic wave tune, pretty dark, second a two minute warning and the record ends with "The Cops Are Coming", again a more wave influenced cut, overall lies a doomy touch in the air and the keys underline this. Great Stuff. Search also for their great track on the 1984: The Second compilation! French Punk Nugget :)

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HASS - Zurück In Die Zukunft 1989

Hass was a German punk band from the North Rhine-Westphalian cities Marl and Recklinghausen, founded 1978 and thus one of the first German punk bands and in their lifespan they released eight albums and six singles (listen) before they broke up after their farewell album "Kacktus" in 2014. Hass were particularly known for their anti-fascist, anti-social stance which they always put in their songs. With their debut album “Hass Allein Genügt Nicht Mehr” set the band the bar very high and for me, still one of the best German punk records of all the time, aggressive music with words that spit into unscrupulous grimaces. Hate is strong as Love & the feeling is splendid implemented! They need seven years to publish their second album and this slab has thirteen hard and uncompromising songs with again direct words plus the fantastic cover.. a brilliant release. Shortly before German reunification, the band shows effective measures against prejudice-motivated people. HASS rules and I love them! By the way, the "Back To The Future" triology is genial.

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KIDDA BAND - Radio Caroline 7'' 2011

Formed in Nuneaton February 1976, this British powerpop band started as The Incredible Kidda Band (aka The Kidda Band) and they released their first 7'' on Psycho Records in 1978. Members of the band were unhappy with the work of producer "Des Dolan" and so both tracks were remixed at Utopia Studios on 11 May at 1978. Without much evident quality improvement, the band remained unhappy. The single was reviewed in Melody Maker on 15 July 1978 by the producer Tony Visconti: "Great!! A good record at last. Good solid beat and the group actually sings in tune. This could chart (as they say in the biz). They sound young but aren't quite punk or new wave. I commend them for keeping their sound strong, simple and uncluttered." On 31 August 1978, the band was signed to Carrere Records and the name was shortened to the Kidda Band. They released a series of other cool singles and in 1989 the band finally disbanded. During 2011, Last Laugh Records from New York began a series of releases of Kidda Band material including the unreleased 'Radio Caroline' and the 7'' was fast sold out. So here is this killer record with two heartbreakers.

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ANTI SILENTIUM - Förbjuden Frukt 7'' 1982

This rare piece from Anti Silentium on Pang Records shines with two untypical New Wave classics and I have to admit, that I've rarely heard such tunes from this country, especially at that time. About the band I can't find no infos but apparently they consisted of three members and musically very melodic, which also underlines the melancholic keyboard, plus the creaky guitar which rhythmically scrapes to it. Amazingly brilliant record, is worth hearing in every respect.

- Great Thx to Fredrik -

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V/A - All Quiet On The Eastern Front? 1998

I hope you were all decent at home on this sunny weather and listen to lots of music and enjoy cold beers. If not, do it now with this selfmade compilation from Get Baque Records, #029 illuminates the east of Europe and even there first-class material were recorded by famous bands, which can be found in large numbers on wdthtc, and we beam back to the years 1978-1986 and enjoy twenty rare goodies. Excellent selection and interesting for all who would like to discover something new. I now open another beer and enjoy my evening, take care!

1.Lepi In Prazni - PANKRTI

2.Lublana Je Bulana - PANKRTI

3.Majka - PRLJAVO KAZALIŠTE

4.Moj Život Je Novi Val - PARAF

5.Biti Ruzan, Pametan I Mlad - PEKINŠKA PATKA

6.Moj Je Otac Bio U Ratu - PRLJAVO KAZALIŠTE

7.Noć - PRLJAVO KAZALIŠTE

8.Ori Ori - PEKINŠKA PATKA

9.Namesto Tebe - PANKRTI

10.The Real One - BRYGADA KRYZYS

11.Kicsinál Szódát - BIKINI

12.Spytaj Milicjanta - DEZERTER

13.Nasza Edukacja - ŚMIERC KLINICZNA

14.Association - WYX

15.Lie Lie Lie - WYX

16.Jestem Ziarnkiem Piasku - ŚMIERC KLINICZNA

17.Każdy Się Boi Swojej Paranoi - TILT

18.Dzieci Z Brudnej Ulicy - TZN XENNA

19.Ciemny Pokój - TZN XENNA

20.Jest Bezpiecznie - SIEKIERA

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COLA FREAKS - s/t LP 2010

Cola Freaks from Århus, named themselves after a song by the Danish punk veterans Lost Kids, are fully on the current wave of hot Danish bands that have their roots in the late 70s/early 80s, but use them to develop the sound of today. The band was formed in late 2006 with former members of bands Bitch & Rats! In August 2007 they went to America at an impressive two-month tour that covered 39 states in total. At that time the band had existed for less than a year and only released one EP. Chimera released their second EP in May 2008 and in late summer same year, the band toured again the USA, this time as opener for Jay Reatard. Eleven songs on this album that blows me right away, the lyrics are in Danish, musically a very distinctive synthie/organ sound pervades bleak gruff Punkrock, that somehow sounds retro but also owns impulsive post-Punk-rhythms and cold arty Wave-aesthetics. In the end, melodic catchy '77 garage punk tunes how's I like from these hot Scandinavians. TOP!

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FÅ KÄNDA MÄN - Lag & Rätt 7'' 1983

F.K.M. were a Swedish punk band from Hallstahammar and active from late 70 - mid 80's. Formed by Hans (guit), Inge (bass), Jorma (guit.), Rolle (drums) and Anders (vox) and the abbreviation was originally an acronym for "Fart Clip Belly", but when the band recorded their first and only 7Inch, they had to change its name to "Get Famous Men." The band has played in an old Swedish radio program: "New Wave", which was a sort of punk radio show. Musically, we have two solid punk rock numbers here that cannot compete with the old '77 style bands. They are, I think a little too smooth, more rock you know but the music has stayed as loud and energetic and here are two damn great songs on this rare EP. If you are a fan of old Swedish punkrock then I don’t have to tell you to get this little piece of vinyl.

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SPORTSMANN - Die Freiheit Des Pantoffeltierchens EP 1981

This rare piece of wax from Sportsmann was highly praised in all relevant media, because this self-produced and only world-famous EP is a catchy declaration of love to Ruth, which had an important position within a reasonable period of time. Three pieces that get under your skin; poetic, emotional, profound and understandable. Clear as a sky without clouds. A song was justifiably selected for the small compilation Killed By 7Inch #6. Bert Gossen (Salinos) retired to the band's rehearsal room for a week and recorded this EP, playin' all instruments and vocals. Superb record!

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BAKRUS - Blå Ljus 7'' 1979 + Nettan 7'' 1980

Obscure stuff now again with more very rare sounds from Sweden, this time with Bakrus from Gothenburg seems to me, and the band existed only for a short time and consisted of Johan (vocals), Bernt & Sven (guitars), Kent (bass), Roland (drums) and they released two 7Inches on their own label Bakrus Records, certainly in small editions. Some of you may known them for their contribution to the terrific Killed By Death #51 compilation, which is packed with extremely rare stuff and the song is the flip from their second single 'Nettan'. But one after the other...


....'Blå Ljus' comes with two four minute lo-fi's which make their way in a leisurely tram pace without looking spectacular but never seems boring, comparable to a glass of beer that you drink with pleasure, you know. 'Nettan' is more punkier, more powerful and dynamic and also better produced, a real cracker. I wouldn't see them as the winner of the two because I'm fascinated by both and I like development. Presumably both slabs were recorded in the Nacksving Studios and apart from the compilation mentioned, they were never invited. That leaves four catchy songs by Bakrus and it is good that they recorded them... in every sense!

- Great Thx to Mr. Fredrik -

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