LAMA - s/t LP 1982

Fine classic Punkrock here from Helsinki's Lama and this is their debut LP which was released on Johanna Records. The band was founded in 1977 and was active until 1983. The original line-up were Jari "Epe" Kronholm (voice), Eno (bass), Charlie (guitars), Jarkko "Jere" Hämäläinen (drums) and Rane Raitsikka (guitars). Jere, however, was soon replaced by Jusa. The band's rehearsal space was in Helsinki and after recordin' some demos they released their first 7inch 'Totuus Löytyy Kaurapuurosta' in 1980 on Johanna Records. With their melodic aggressive style was the success not long in comin'. Lama publish overall four 7inches and two albums and in 1983 a collection of the first four EP's called "...Ja Mikään Ei Muuttunut". In 2005 the original members of the band got back together for a couple of concerts. A review about this album: "Another excellent punk album from Finland. As we've already indicated, Lama aren't one of the young thrash bands, but an older-style punk group that started in '78-'79. But that doesn't mean that they sound like today's boring English clone groups. They have musical muscle, songs with great dynamics, tightness, and they play pretty damn fast for a bunch of old-timers. Their new thrashed-out version of "Tavastia" is a classic, the high point of this LP. Rumors has that they're breaking up. What a shame!" - Jeff Bale (from MRR #4, January/February 1983) / One of the best bands from Finland. Sadly, one of the members died some years ago. They featured on many awesome killer compilations. Now meet powerful mid-tempo Punk at it's best!

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V/A - TV Räjähtää! 1981

And as I have not enough shit on the shoe, I got a damn cold again and my nose is constantly blocked, I hate this condition and let's see what goes today. Now a nice litte compilation from Finnlevy Records with fifteen goodies and what we find is a sound which ranks right through the alternative/pop genre plus one punk blast (Lama). Overall, a vital platte with a few highlights, filter them out by yourself.

1.Varjo Seuraa Onneain - PELLE MILJOONA OY

2.Mitä Tänään Koulussa Opit - PELLE MILJOONA & AVOIMET OVET

3.Myrkytyksen Oireet - JUICE LESKINEN SLAM

4.Itkevä Huilu - TUMPPI VARONEN

5.Hevi Tulee Hevi Tappaa - SLEEPY SLEEPERS

6.Lasten Mehuhetki - TUOMARI NURMIO

7.Haaveet - ARI VAAHTERA

8.Tänään On Kuin Eilen - WOUDE

9.Synnyin Tanssiin - SIG

10.Koiranpennut - MAUKKA PERUSJÄTKÄ

11.Tilulilu - HECTOR

12.Labyrintti - STRESSI

13.Kadonneet - SE

14.Väliaikainen - LAMA

15.Ihminen Hallitsee O.K. - MISTAKES

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V/A - Killed By Finnish Hardcore 2003

We travel far into the north of Europe to the land of 1000 lakes, dense forests and icy temperatures. Numerous famous hardcore/punk bands enriched us with terrific records and on this little compilation thirty of them are selected and was assembled by three American fans of Finnish Hardcore. "We did this out of our love of the music and to expose these records, which are not widely known outside of Finland to a wider audience. We would like to think we are helping expose these bands to a new geneartion of punx, making it possible for bands to re-issue more classic material. 2000 copies were pressed, comes with detailed info sheet". Thx for that and now enjoy raw, rare Hardcore 1981-1985.

1.Mieletöntä Väkivaltaa - RIISTETYT
2.Presidenttipeli - NATO
3.Sotaa - KOHU 63
4.Injustice - DESTRUCKTIONS
5.Tapa Sotilas - POHJASAKKA
6.251 - UNICEF
7.Leikin Loppu - NOLLA NOLLA NOLLA
8.Turvallista Huomista - BASTARDS
9.Irti - AIVOPROTEESI
10.Vanhempien Rakkaus - PYHÄKOULU
11.Economic Appraisal - KANSAN UUTISET
12.Vaihtoehto - KAAOS
13.Keskiluokan Painajainen - LAAHAUS
14.Moscow - KLIMAX
15.Tavastia - LAMA
16.Paniikkia - APPENDIX
17.Sotaa - TAMPERE SS
18.Ei - MELAKKA
19.Maailma Tänään - PURKAUS
20.R.A.Y. - ANTIKEHO
21.Tähti - ÄPÄRÄT
22.Turha Armeija - MARIONETTI
23.Ylos - TERVEET KÄDET
24.Viikonloppuanarkisti - VAURIO
25.Sotaa - VARAUS
26.Lopettakaa! - NUKKETEATTERI
27.Kaupunki Palaa - MAANALAINEN PELASTUSARMEIJA
28.Rumia Ruumiita - RATTUS
29.Äpärä - KUOLEMA
30.Kalinka - KANSANTURVAMUSIIKKIKOMISSIO

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V/A - Finnish Spunk/Hard Beat 1984

I've just been in Finland with a rip and what lies closer to post another classic compilation by the famous Hardcore label Propaganda (licensed by Rock-O-Rama) and we meet the Créme de la Créme of the fast dirty and catchy representatives from the beautiful north of Europe. One killer chases the next and twenty-three tornadoes shred everything in just under forty minutes that gets in their way. Use the search function top left for more albums by some bands and enjoy the fantastic musical heart attacks with a refreshing beer just as I do it right now!

1.Haluun Kuolemaa - RIISTETYT

2.Tuomiopäivä - RIISTETYT

3.Maailma Palaa - BASTARDS

4.Lopun Alku - BASTARDS

5.Sinivalkoinen Lama - HIC SYSTEEMI

6.Uskonsota - KAAOS

7.Kenellä On Valta - DESTRUCKTIONS

8.Ajattele - VAURIO

9.Sortoa Ja Vainoa - VAURIO

10.Sankaripeli - POIKKEUSTILLA

11.Katson Maailmaa - RAPPIO

12.Painajainen - APPENDIX

13.Syyllinen - VARAUS

14.Raiskattu - VARAUS

15.Suvivirsi - KLIMAX

16.Moscow - KLIMAX

17.Vapaa Maa - LAHDEN RAIVAUS

18.Mikkeli Über Alles - NUSSIVAT NUNNAT

19.Vapauttava Kuolema - TAMPERE SS/SKITZO

20.Häkki - TAMPERE SS/SKITZO

21.Petsamoon - O13

22.Musta Jumala - TERVEET KÄDET

23.Outo Maa - TERVEET KÄDET

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V/A - Killed By Hardcore 2001

Well, I think this record needs no description, stands everything on the cover. Number one of three records, made in U.S.A. with detailed insert. I think I go back in bed, was intense yesterday (like this stuff)... Amen!

1.Public Opinion - URBAN WASTE

2.Koruse - GASMASK

3.Utopia - TERVEET KÄDET

4.Moral - SOUND OF DISASTER

5.Going On - NOG WATT

6.Broken Promises - NO PIGS

7.Taking Away Your Rights - N.O.T.A.

8.Deo Fora - CÓLERA

9.Riot - ACTIVES

10.Clutch The Flag - CAPITAL SCUM

11.Fuck It - THE LEFT

12.Dead Generation - ULTRA VIOLENT

13.In This Town - THE FIX

14.Born Prejudice - AMERICA'S HARDCORE

15.Punks United - FALLOUT

16.1984 - GENETIC CONTROL

17.America's Power - YOUTH PATROL

18.Ajatuksen Loppu - LAMA

19.Home, Religion, Native Country - KANSAN UUTISET

20.Shell Helpt - INDIREKT

21.Black Sheep - NIHILISTICS

22.Going Back - THE EXECUTE

23.No Illusions - THE STATE

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KOHU-63 - Valtaa Ei Loistoa 12'' 1982

Kohu-63 was formed already in 1977, so it can be said that they are one the pioneers of punk in Finland. Their first recordings appeared on a legendary compilation, called Hilse LP, that came out in 1979. Hilse LP was the first Finnish punk compilation and it really has all the important punk bands of the late 70's. After that compilation they only sang in Finnish. Their first record came out in 1981 and it was a EP called 'Pelimannimusaa'. It was released on Poko Rekords. After that Kohu went more and more in a Hardcore direction and they released their MiniLP called 'Valtaa Ei Loistoa', also on Poko Rekords. "The missing link between Lama and the younger Finnish thrash bands. Kohu-63's newer material is considerably faster than the tracks on their '77-like 'Pelimanimusaa' EP. They certainly haven't lost any drive or power, though some of the melodic hooks may have been trampled in the stampeding tempo. Still, a fine record, and check out the Cockney Rejects-Exploited parody ('Härpsälä Kids') for a good laugh.'' - Jeff Bale (from Maximum Rock'n'Roll #3, November/December 1982)

- Special Thx to Fredrik -

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PROBLEMS? - Katupoikia 1980

Lots of damn good releases came from the far north of Europe and the next goodie is the debut record by Problems? They are a Finnish punk band from Helsinki, built around Tumppi Varonen (vocals), Stefan Piesnack (guitars), Häkä (bass), Droppis (drums) and Rubberduck Jones (additional guitar on the live side) which for many years has played with punk pioneer Pelle Miljoona. The band was founded in the late 70s, inspired by Ramones and Sex Pistols and became popular with their first single "Ei Tää Lama Päähän Käy" (original on Love Records, in 2012 re-released) which is a fuckin' killer song. There's a lot of energy in their music and it's not easy for me to play this record quiet, haha... Particular mention is here the A Side is full of studio recordings while the B side were recorded live at Tavastia Club, Kill City in Summer 1979. I think this is one of the first LP's with this dichotomy, I like this idea because I'm a friend of live stuff. During certain periods, the group performed under the name Tumppi Varonen & Problems? and in 2011 they are more than alive and kicking, because this year they released a live album (Suora Lähetys) with bursting excitement. Let's revive the fresh young years again!

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V/A - Bloodstains Across Finland 1996

I dedicate my bloody nightmares the right soundtrack with this compilaion of rare Finnish punk singles (1977-1979) and nothing is more unpleasant to them. With twenty-three essential punk rock blasts I arm myself for the fight against the everyday demons, throw the razor-sharp 7Inches at them and cut their heads off, nobody can hide... I find all of you and after almost forty-five minutes, I'm the winner, Yeah! You think tomorrow will be better for you? Never, because I have the best weapon: Punkrock!! - No matter what you do, it will always end the same. You must know: 500 copies pressed on black vinyl and on some copies one side of label is completely white, while the other side is black. Amen!

1.I Really Hate Ya - BRIARD

2.I Want Ya Back - BRIARD

3.Olen Työtön - PELLE MILJOONA & N.U.S.

4.Mä Vaan Pogoon - PELLE MILJOONA & N.U.S.

5.Nipa - EPPU NORMAALI

6.Ei Tää Lama Päähän Käy - PROBLEMS?

7.Häirikkö Oon - PROBLEMS?

8.Kaljupäinen Gangsteri - KARANTEENI

9.Vihaan John Travolta - KARANTEENI

10.Suomi 60 - HELLHOUND

11.Kasvot - HELLHOUND

12.Mari Pogoaa - YPÖ-VIIS

13.Mikkiteline - YPÖ-VIIS

14.Lontoon Skidit - RATSIA

15.Kassapäät - RATSIA

16.Mihin Jäi Punk? - VAAVI

17.Uhoan Voimaa - VAAVI

18.Kirjoitan Seinään - SENSUURI

19.Olet Sokea - SENSUURI

20.Neuroottiset Pohkeet - SEHR SCHNELL

21.Selittäjä - SEHR SCHNELL

22.Mua Potkitaan Päähän - LOOSE PRICK

23.Velton Nimeen - LOOSE PRICK

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V/A - Where The Wilder Things Are III 1999

Once again after a long time a nice tape compilation, the third part of the Sabbel Fanzine series Where The Wild Things Are with fourty punkies from all over the world, lovingly cobbled together and also provided with detailed information as in Part II. Amazing the exotics from Lithuania, Panama, Indonesia, China and Israel, not just countries that would be famous for fast snotty stuff but that's exactly what I like about punk: the versatility, the expression and the way of communicating, music connects us and is immediately understood everywhere. My respect for the one who bothered with this 90 minutes cassette and I hope you enjoy this as I do.

1.Heaven - MILENA

2.NO Necesita Una Razon - CARAS DE HAMBRE

3.Paziurek I Save - INVAZIJA

4.No Olimpica - L'ODI SOCIAL

5.Apologia - GULAG

6.Ko Dan Se Zacne - IT'S NOT FOR SALE

7.Je Suis Fier - LES SALES MAJESTÉS

8.Meat Packing Factory - MANDRAZH

9.No Al V Cenentiaro - COPROFILA

10.Netra - MELMOR

11.Pengke Mei Sin - WUZHENGFU ZHUYI NANHAI

12.Tuskar Ja Suru - KLAMYDIA

13.Unknown - CEKTOR GAZA

14.La Ladilla Americana - EPOCA DE RECLUTA

15.Schlueters Kabinet - KALASHNIKOV

16.Czarty - POST REGIMENT

17.1000 Aspirines - FRITES MODERN

18.The Punks Are Divided, Jimmy - THE ONLY ALTERNATIVE

19.Spriten Räddade Oss Frän Sporten - RÄSERBAJS

20.Avis - CITY-X

21.Sia - ALL STUPID

22.1-2-3-Go - THE PROSTITUTES

23.Folk - RADIOAKTIVA RÄKER

24.Odvaha - TELEFON

25.Prva Borbena Linija - TOTALNI PROMASAJ

26.Requiem Of Brutalization - ORESI GIA TIMOTA

27.Eitäa Lama Päähan Käy - PROBLEMS?

28.Nadie En Quien Confiar - ATOXXXICO

29.Tretí Moznost - KULTRA

30.Terror - PSYCHOTEROR

31.Mitabedet - ANUS

32.Der Schöne Tag - KLISCHEE

33.Unknown - CHASMA

34.Ó, Reykjavík - VONBRIGÐI

35.Transplantatsia Mirovozreniya - PURGEN

36.Militsionääri Prohvetlik Ennustus - ÜRO

37.Tomás - EXTREMODURO

38.Pomózte Mi So Muou - INÉKAFE

39.Religion (Live) - SS ULTRABRUTAL

40.Document One - G.I.S.M.

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