V/A - Kiwi By Death (NZ Punk Rarities 1977-1983) 2010

Hello March and we stay in Oceania and come to new old stuff from an pseudo "label" which made limited CD-R compilations in very small editions (mostly 50 copies & with a small but useful booklet) with rare Punk classics worldwide. As you can easily see, this edition is dedicated to the musical orgasms of New Zealand, and most of the songs are almost all represented on other relevant compis and you can ask, who needs that? I would say why not. Since most of the slabs are no longer accessible (as a side note, many records are offline, at least in my blog) and the selcetion is different as well and I can promise you, this one is high explosive! I like the music from there and the scene was pretty broad with good bands and I recommend you visit audioculture for more infos about New Zealand's subculture.

1.Let There Be Noise - DUM DUM BOYS

2.1978 - THE ENEMY

3.Money In The Bank - SCAVENGERS

4.Suicide - PROUD SCUM

5.Non-Event - NOCTURNAL PROJECTIONS

6.Out Of Control - THE STEROIDS

7.Metro Blues - THE HENCHMEN

8.Police Wheels - THE PRIMMERS

9.Ergophobia - SPELLING MISTAKES

10.Joe 90 - BORED GAMES

11.Sheep - TOY LOVE

12.Mistaken Identity - NO TAG

13.Never Been To Borstal - TERRORWAYS

14.Supported By The State - SCAVENGERS

15.You Were The One - CHANNEL 4

16.Pull Down The Shades - THE ENEMY

17.Dead Inside - DUM DUM BOYS

18.Everybody's Got The Answers - MARCHING GIRLS

19.Rabbit - PROUD SCUM

20.Auckland Tonight - THE ANDROIDSS

21.That Girl - NOCTURNAL PROJECTIONS

22.Funny Stories - THE PRIMMERS

23.Police Wheels - FEATURES

24.Let's Go To Australia - VIVID MILITIA

25.Death Machine - THE HENCHMEN

26.Who Killed Johnny? - THE JOHNNIES

27.T.V. - SMASHED EXECUTIVE

28.Hate Me, Hate Me - SPELLING MISTAKES

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V/A - Killed By Trash 2 2008

Three years after Volume 1 the small label P.Trash Records bang out a worthy second part with twenty more old classics in a new raw sound, another chance to listen to an international bunch of contemporary bands doing some killing versions of songs by obscure bands from the Stone Age of Punkrock. Most of the bands are relatively unknown to me and its nice to search for more slab of them and sometimes there is a real highlight underneath (Killerlady, Cola Freaks). Comes with detailed liner notes, limited to 1000 copies. Listen to the whole album and the lovely melodies of:

1.I Hate Cops - VICIOUS CYCLE

2.I'm Gonna Punch You In The Face - LIVE FAST DIE

3.You Make Me Sick - AGGRAVATION

4.I Rock I Ran - ORIGINAL THREE

5.Neutron Bomb - WASTED PIDO

6.Television Sect - STATUES

7.Drugs - RETAINERS

8.Neon Light - RAD KIDS

9.Break Out Tonight - FASHION! FASHION! & THE IMAGE BOYS

10.Rather See You Dead - BRUTAL KNIGHTS

11.Learn To Hate In The 80's - KILLERLADY

12.I'm Useless - CHEAP THRILLS

13.Job - FUCKED UP

14.Surfin' With Steve & E.D. Amin - COLA FREAKS

15.L.A. Sleaze - CPC GANGBANGS

16.Matinee - PRESS GANG

17.Mom's A Fake - SUDDEN WALKS

18.Telepathic Love - KAMIKAZE TRIO

19.I Beat You - BUD WHITE

20.What's Your Problem? - ANTI YOU

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V/A - Back To Front Vol.1 1993

Loud Fast Rules! Hell Yeah! All right folks, here it is by request and with this record starts the awesome Back To Front series, released via the German label Incognito Records. All vinyl versions are limited to 1000 copies and you know what waits for you. 1A rare '77 punk/powerpop from the finest. I don't have to keep talking, check the blog for more volumes and what I especially like on # 1 are the many Australian bands (where are the Kelpies?). A fuckin 'great compilation for all those who like this sound, and I know: we are many! - And the beer tastes even better on a frosty Monday.... BRRRRRR.... I Hate Winter! The last two will follow soon, no questions.

1.Idi Amin - The K9's

2.Funky Bastards - THE BASTARDS

3.Half Two - HELMETTES

4.Adolph, You Beauty - THE CHOSEN FEW

5.Loud Fast Rules! - STIMULATORS

6.Drive My Car - NASTY FACTS

7.Don't Want You Back - THE LETTERS

8.Chaise Electrique - ELECTROCHOC

9.Stamp Out Disco - RAZAR

10.My City Of Sydney - XL CAPRIS

11.Nazi School - CRACKED ACTOR

12.Opera Huset - ATTENTAT

13.Impossibilities - BASTARDS

14.Eddie's New Shoes - BLITZ BOYS

15.Kick Them - FRONT PAGE

16.Hardcore - MITTAGEISEN

17.Nothing For You - QUICK & THE DEAD

18.Paperboy Song - PREDATOR

18.Nervous - VICTIMS

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MÉTAL URBAIN - Les Hommes Morts Sont Dangereux 1981

 

Before I dedicate myself to football, a small, considerable sound document from the early 80s: "Dead Men Are Dangerous" is the only studio album by the French electro-punk band Métal Urbain. Formed 1976 in Paris and heavily influenced by the Clash and Sex Pistols on one hand, and on the other by an electro approach related to Metal Machine Music by Lou Reed. They relied on heavily distorted guitars and replaced the traditional rock rhythm section of bass guitar/drums with a synthesizer and drum machine, a then-unique approach that foreshadowed the experimental possibilities that were explored by later post-hardcore bands such as Big Black. They were also known for their radical image (the color scheme of albums always being a stark black, white and red), and subversive lyrics sung in French. They were met with some enthusiasm in the United Kingdom, particularly by John Peel and the Rough Trade label. (Métal Urbain's 2nd single Paris Maquis was Rough Trade's first release.). In 1977, their first single "Panik" was named "Single Of The Week" by New Musical Express. They had an enthusiastic but small audience in France, receiving little exposure. The punk rock scene was not as popular in France as it was in the United Kingdom, and they did not interest the French media as British bands like Sex Pistols did. As a result, singer Clode Panik left in December 1978, though the band continued to gig and record with Eric Debris on vocals, and also recording with spin-off bands Metal Boys, and Doctor Mix and the Remix, until 1980, when guitar players brothers Schwartz and Lüger left to form the short-lived band Desperados.

Métal Urbain had focused their efforts on singles and only produced one album during their first period of activity. However, several compilation records were released, gathering their singles with additional material such as BBC sessions and live recordings. Their electro approach was very innovative for its time, and the group are a reference point for such groups as the Jesus and Mary Chain, Bérurier Noir and the producer Steve Albini. The band reunited in 2003 to tour in the United States, and had since toured consistently in France and the rest of Europe. Métal Urbain recorded their second studio album, J'irai Chier Dans Ton Vomi, in 2006, produced by Jello Biafra in San Francisco; a follow up mini-album, Crève Salope, was issued in 2008.

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SHAM PISTOLS - Natural Born Killer 2008

In 1979 ex-Pistols Cook & Jones teamed up with Sham's Pursey & Treganna to form a Punk Rock super group. Unfortunately it doesn't work, so only one studio session happened. The result: four catchy tracks, sounding exactly like The Professionals with Pursey on vocals. On the flip side you'll get the 4 encore tracks of Sham's Last Stand (Apollo Theatre, Glasgow). Way back in 1979, the “merger” of the Sex Pistols with Sham 69 caused, for a brief moment, a great deal of excitement. With Johnny now in PiL and Sid dead, both fans and the press waited eagerly for news on Steve and Paul's next move. By May '79 it seemed the answer was known. The boys would be joined by Sham 69's Jimmy Pursey and Dave “Kermit” Treganna. Known for the time being as the Sham Pistols – until a name could be settled on - they went into Manor Studios, Oxford, to lay down some tracks. By August the group was in tatters. It took over 30 years for these songs to emerge. Enjoythem. As for the vinyl pressing itself, the quality of the recordings is very good, if slightly muddy. Side two adds weight to this. Recorded live at Glasgow Apollo, when Steve and Paul appeared for Sham 69's encore in June ‘79, Pursey can be heard bigging himself up, ranting that he told Steve and Paul to get rid of McLaren then he would sing for them, alongside his tales of how he's in the newspapers every day. The whole Sham Pistols episode had a detrimental effect on both camps. After the band fell apart, Pursey went on to reform Sham 69 but with limited success. Steve & Paul went into limbo before emerging a year later as The Professionals.

- Extra Special Thx to Reinhard -

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THE EXPLOITED - Troops Of Tomorrow 1982

Continue with the next classic on wdthtc. The protagonists are Wattie (vocals), Big John (guitars), Gary (bass), Danny (drums) and Steve (drums on two songs) or simply The Exploited. This is their second album on Secret Records and what I meant by Slaughter is with this record completely the other way around. Sure, Punx Not Dead is a great album but this is far better. On the one hand the sound is much cleaner and more powerful than the debut and the songs are much harder and more catchy, the four have developed further and then to name the album after a Vibrators song (to be found on V2) and to cover it excellently is a brilliant move. ' Fuckin' USA' is the hymn par excellence and my favorite song of the Scots, other classics 'Sid Vicious', 'UK82', 'So Tragic' or 'Germs', shine with dynamic hardness and are pure punk. The boys from Edinburgh been never better than here. There's one more record, War Now 12'', in the Blog but I can't find the file, DAMN FUCK! Anyway, now I'll have to buy some more Mythos and I know I'll get the 12'' soon. And now enjoy the noise making, chaos causing, government hating, rule breaking, unrelenting punkrock sound of the fantastic Four!

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NISSES NÖTTER - Hammerhill Holocaust '83-'85

I'm ready for KARIES and FRONT in Wiesbaden and I'm in a hurry so a quick post and a yummy Hardcore Attack. This band had no official release and I wonder why because they're damn good. Nisses Nötter was a punkband from the suburb Hammarkullen in Gothenburg. Hansi Baumgartner (guitar), Nico Bergling (vocals), Tommie Liekola (bass) and Hans Wilholm (drums) started to play together in 1983. They made a cassette for Äggtapes called "Knäckta Nötter" in 1984. They made lots of gigs in Gothenburg and became famous mostly for their young age =11-12 year old punkrockers! And their gang: HK-Punks. Paul Vahala replaced Tommie as bass player in 1985. A few gigs were made and then the band went seperate ways. Nisses Nötter became The Nuts in 1986. In 2006 Nisses Nötter were regenerated, new songs were made and the band is out for gigs. Maybe their first record will come out, who knows. In 2008 the American label Farmhouse records released this superb compilation with all their recordings, some live stuff. A brilliant documentation plus a great artwork with lots of pictures, all lyrics and a short biography. "Punx not dead, we're only a bit older." All is said, haut rein boys!

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WASTE - The Next Century Is Almost Over EP 2023

Holy Shit!! a legend is back after more than forty years with a fucking blast! In case you can't remember, WASTE released their one and only great History Repeats EP in the early 80's and now they're in the mood for loud & peppy music again. Their new 7Inch delivers four compositions in a recognizable Waste manner. Dynamic, energetic and with a pissed off feeling the boys bang out their songs so that no part of your body doesn't want to vibrate, and believe me, every shitty thought will wash away from you and you'll hear this slab over and over again. Responsible for these jaw dropping tracks is the incredibly tight rhythm section of bassist Still Klaus, drummer Fred Flintstone, the brutal voice of Bompa RR and the totally damaging fuzz guitar and songwriting skills of Hans F. Ford, who of course is also known from his outstanding current fuzz-duo Ford's Fuzz Inferno. The band hasn't lost any of its aggressiveness and joy of playing, the sound is fat and powerful (although I prefer the early Eighties sound but these recordings grab me by collar) and you can Pogo with every note, Hardcore/Punk at its best and you should definitely get a copy, but you have to be quick because only 375 copies were pressed. With Waste, the long weekend can start and whoever sits still while listen, is definitely dead. KILLER!

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V/A - Hurra For Norge 2007

Hurra For Norge is a damn good series from Svindel Records and they compiled rare goodies from original live/demo tapes and vinyl of early norway punk, mostly in an edition of 500 copies. Overall, there are five issues released and all are outstanding and lovingly designed with all infos about the recordings/bands. I have four of them only this one not so I am very pleased that the Network Of Friends is intact. The artwork is unfortunately not there, maybe anyone send this in. Musically a punk firework with massive hits and further volumes will follow, guaranteed.

1.Hurra For Norge - Z-OFF

2.Politimann - HÆRVERK

3.Et Nytt Og Bedre Liv - KJØTT

4.Tapte Visjoner - HJERTESVIKT A/S

5.Blir Det Krig - FEBER

6.Militær Og Politikk - SLIPS

7.Du Katastrofe - K-ANFALL

8.Latterkick - SØT HÆVN

9.Tyngende Ansvar - OSLO BØRS

10.Hakekors - KAARE OG PARTIET

11.Atomkrig - DE SJENERTE

12.Discojævel - OVERDOSE

13.Enveiskomunikasjon - FORT & GÆLI

14.Lykkelige Foreldre - KRAMPE

15.Frihet - NAKENT LIW

16.Onkel Politi - BELSEN BOYS

17.Livet Mitt - DATAKLUSS

18.Naboen Min Er Ny-Nazist - ELEKTRISK REGN

19.Det Ække Lett - WANNSKRÆKK

20.We Are The Rats - RATS

21.Kick Them - FRONT PAGE

22.Stressa - ANFALL

23.Nårge - DEAD SWINGERS

24.Tromsø Brenn - NORGEZ BANK

25.Bærre På Jævel - SVARTEDAUEN

26.Stillhet - HJERN & MENTAL

27.Frustrasjon - STROYERS

28.Barn Som Er Annerledes - STERKE SVAKHETER

29.Protester Og Overlev - KONGELIGE RÆVER

30.Drømmer Om Frihet - MITTI SKRITTI

31.Krig For Fred - DISGORGE

32.Digging TV - ROUGH TRADE

33.Tredje Riket - BETONG HYSTERIA

34.Hvorfor - SISTE DAGERS HELVETE

35.Levende Begravd - FADER WAR

36.Velferds Norge - Ø.B.K.

37.Krav - BANNLYST

38.Hat - SVART FRAMTID

39.Å Være - NORSKE BUDEIER

40.Du Er Eit Svin - NOREGS PUNKLAG

- Big Thx to François -

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V/A - OX-Compilation #57 2004

Time for another OX compilation and because CD days are I have decided #54. As always a very diverse mix by bands from all the beautiful corners of our kaput world. You can imagine why I bought this Heftschä, after twenty years finally the first song of the Vorsicht Schreie slab was released. But apart from that, some old acquaintances present with new songs and many more interesting combos with very heartwarming sounds. For all collectors sure a welcome post, allow me the #53 link at this point, and for sure I'll let some follow. I must say these CD's kick a lot after a long time without listen.

1.Sechszeiler - EA80

2.The Lighter Side Of Global Terrorism - JELLO BIAFRA & MELVINS

3.Erotica - SPITTIN' VICARS

4.Still On It - 7 SECONDS

5.Push & Pull - VIVA L'AMERICAN DEATH RAY MUSIC

6.Antichrist - STARMARKET

7.Asses To Ashes - CALL ME LIGHTNING

8.Smart Move, Sissy Boy - ANDTHEWINNERIS

9.Rotten Pig Iron - GHOSTRIDE

10.Accidents - ALEXISONFIRE

11.The After Dinner Payback - FROM AUTUMN TO ASHES

12.BleeD - IAMMYNEWT

13.Fernglas - SCHROTTGRENZE

14.Nach Hause - PASCOW

15.Sing Song Girl - ER FRANCE

16.Nero Burning Deutschland - SCHWARZ AUF WEISS

17.Marilyn Monroe Let Go - THE DEAD

18.The Death Of Barry The Roofer With Vertigo - TOY DOLLS

19.Mr.Ramone - RAMONEZ 77

20.Superstar - AMERICAN HEARTBREAK

21.Mr.Brokenhearted - DEADBEATS

22.John Walker - GHOULIES

23.Go Bastards Go - BONEHOUSE

24.El Miedo - THE BLUEPRINT

25.Always Upsettin‘ Somebody - NECK

26.Wird Sehen - ROBERT

27.Leck Mich - STROM

28.This Cynic's Fabulations - BOYS TRY BEHEADING

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V/A - Oi! Rare & Exotica Vol.2 1999

Let's continue with the second unofficial Volume of massive rare Oi! goodies and again released via Teenage Rebel Records and the selection is excellently cast with twenty-three tracks, which stretched out the middle finger towards to the boring establishment. This time with an info sheet and a few words from it: "Again a lot of more or less unknown bands from all over the world are featured with recordings from 1981-1998. Everybody should know the 80's Oi! bands from England, so there's no need to present them here again like on many other Oi! Compis. So discover something new, have fun and always remember: The world is big, manigfold and real Oi! is anti-rascist (which doesn't mean it's leftwing)." Together with Volume 1 this record offers a lot of exclusive material, good songs and every band doesn't sound dull or wooden, what means in the end: no stupid music goulash. Get both!

1.Bloody Bouncers - CONTROL ZONE

2.Plits Koveri - KLAMYDIA

3.Nic - ZÓNA A

4.Ministerio Das Panelas - MANIFESTHO

5.Toksikomaan - PSYCHOTERROR

6.All Boys Say - S.A.

7.Ne Predaj Se - GBB

8.Unite And Fight - A.C.A.B.

9.Kiedy Wazme Kosz - RAMZES & THE HOOLIGANS

10.Ultima Recurso - COMANDO SUICIDA

11.Schicksal - BOMBECKS

12.Escupe - CICATRIZ

13.Fight - THE RUDEBOYS

14.Encule Tete De Mort - NANA BONNARD

15.Dead - CONTROL

16.Libertad - POLIKARPA Y SUS VICIOSAS

17.Shut Your Bleeding Head - THE SQUATS

18.Careca - NEURÓTICOS

19.I Hate Mondays - BRAIN FAILURE

20.Tripping Minds/Fuck - A-JERKS

21.Belsen Was A Bore - TRASH

22.Mundo Tras Las Rejas - GOLPE JUSTO

23.Oi! Oi! Oi! - 7TEEN

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