CHAOTIC YOUTH - Sad Society EP 1983

Not really new in Blogland and it's not my rip but this is okay because I like this EP by Chaotic Youth, a four piece from Beith/North Ayrshire and this is their debut record which came via Beat The System!! Records. The band consisted of Tommy (vocals), Ian (guitars), Ricky (bass), John (drums) and they recorded a demo tape in 1981 which came out on vinyl via Nausea Records in 2022. Officially they only made this 7Inch and I guess the band wasn't long lasting either, but they appear on some interesting Compilations. Very good single with positive vibes in a fine Beatpunk mode. No more posts today, I'm again in a hurry so what the Fuck...

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INFERNO - The Son Of God EP 1985

This first 7Inch by Inferno was first released only in the USA because the four were very popular (read this review: "fast, ferocious, and fun in the Inferno tradition. These German maniacs tear it up and spit it out in a furious thrash slaughter. Crazed guitar bitings with forceful vocals make this another unique platter." (Pushead, MRR #28 • September 1985) there with their aggressive Hardcore/Punk and the crowd needed food. This is the second pressing on Campary Records (1989) with a different cover and two songs from it appeared on the refreshing Compilation What Doesn't Hurt Us Makes Us Stronger from the Berlin based label Destiny Records and as far as I know the third track can be only found on this sucker but I could be wrong. The lyrics are all fantastic, clear and unambiguous, and anyone with sense and clarity in their hearts can only agree with this, to that their excellent sound makes clear why the band were so loved overseas, and that's saying something. Inferno is always a good choice to push your troubles far far away. Splendid!

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HALF LIFE - Under The Knife EP 1986

Four piece from Pittsburgh who were active in the Eighties and Half Life consisted of Jeff (vocals), Vince (guitar), Mike (bass), Damon (drums) and this is their debut 7Inch on Mind Cure Records with four perfect smasher. A review: "One of the better sounding domestic HC releases in a while. Good power and production on all four tracks, and although it’s mainly generic metal-influenced hardcore, there’s a gripping urgency that carries it off. Lyrics are pretty bleak, although “Consider The Alternative” offers some hopeful thought." (Tim Yohannan, MRR #45 • February 1987) In addition to their first demo from 1985, they have each released two 7Inches and albums, featured on some good Compilations as well, and in 2002 the last testament was brought via Stab Wound in form of a CD with the nostalgic name All Our Yesterdays which definitely sounds interesting. Fazit: cool record in every way and I hope, I can spend more time with the blog this fucking weekend.

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ALOHA FROM HELL - Shark Attack! EP 1997

The first contact I had with Aloha From Hell from Rodgau came about at a street festival in Frankfurt, where the three, Steinbernd (vocals/guitar), Inga (bass/vocals), Billy (drums), had a great performance and then I absolutely had to buy their 7Inch and also had a short chat with the guys, very very friendly. Short info from their bandcamp site: "The trio exists since 1996 and is closely linked to Rock'N'Roll, Surf and Rockabilly. Their passion for handmade music and joy in playing has made the band a safe bet for fans of extraordinary live concerts. By switching between electric bass and double bass, the band's musical spectrum is further expanded and fows between genres. Always with a certain garage factor and their own sound." This four fine surf beat stomper quality track EP is their debut record and was released in an edition of 500 by Kamikaze Records and to date they have released three more vinyl goodies. Check out these buddies and enjoy this upbeat hip-swaying music!

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STIFF LITTLE FINGERS - At The Edge EP 1980

Today a classic 7Inch by Stiff Little Fingers and I think it's their fifth 7Inch which came via Chrysalis with three brilliant tracks, At The Edge was the appetizer from their second brilliant album Nobody's Heroes, the B-side is equipped with two live pieces. What should I say? This is excellent music and anyone who has ever seen the Fingers live, myself included, knows how energetic and playful they perform their gigs, a pleasure in every way. I recommend getting their albums because the power and quality of their songs are some of the best Irish Punkrock Invasion.

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PANDEMONIUM - Who The Fuck Are You? EP 1983

Now a fine release by Pandemonium and this 7Inch is not really new in the Blogsphere but it's a damn good one so what the fuck? Founded in Venlo early Eighties, the bandmembers were already friends since kindergarten, and consisted of Peter (vocals/bass), Danny (guitars), Rowdy (drums) and the first edition of this goodie came in 550 copies with two different covers. After playing around for a while, the De Pandemonium Affaire demo got recorded in 1982 and was released on the band's label Limbabwe Records. The music on the demo was raw and biting and had a strong Scandinavian influence. The debut album (Wir Fahren Gegen Dreck) followed in 1984 and after another 7Inch the band started to break up in 1986, there were also some Compilation performances. Great Stuff!

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V/A - Really Fast Vol.2 1984

Second Compilation from this cool series which came via Really Fast Records and again 1600 copies were pressed. And on these records are only Swedish bands who celebrate more fast and aggressive Hardcore/Punk and to preserve a monument to them this little idea was born. Some made it onto vinyl, others only on those gems. This edition also comes, like Volume 1, in a beautiful poster sleeve with pictures, artwork and information about the bands, a solid release, Enjoy!

1.Magic Mushrooms - THE KRIXHJÄLTERS

2.The Guardian Of The Society - THE KRIXHJÄLTERS

3.Tänk Realistiskt - S.O.D.

4.BSS - S.O.D.

5.I Don't Want - S.O.D.

6.Rustning Är Mord - ASOCIAL

7.Frihet - ASOCIAL

8.Hiroshima/Slakta Assars Nassar - TATUERADE SNUTKUKAR

9.Herreys - TATUERADE SNUTKUKAR

10.Krossade Pungkulor - TATUERADE SNUTKUKAR

11.Pensionär - SWANKERS

12.Anti-Oi - SWANKERS

13.Trofull - NYX NEGATIV

14.Makten - NYX NEGATIV

15.Vi Kan - MOB 47

16.Dagen Efter - MOB 47

17.Vi Vill Ha Frihet - MOB 47

18.Vår Värld - MOB 47

19.Nowhere - BRISTLES

20.Dataspel - AB HJÄRNTVÄTT

21.E.A.P. - AB HJÄRNTVÄTT

22.Tristess - INGRON HUTLÖS

23.Raggarstat - INGRON HUTLÖS

24.Skit I Valet - INGRON HUTLÖS

25.Run - R.T.S.

26.R.T.S. - R.T.S.

27.Det Finns Inget Kvar - R.T.S.

28.Byråkrati Gör Dig Fri - R.T.S.

29.Napalm - R.T.S.

30.Minoritet Förtryck - DISTRUST

31.Föroreningar - DISTRUST

32.Fred & Frihet - DISTRUST

33.Heavy Gym - SUBWAY ARMY

34.Decontrol - SUBWAY ARMY

35.Farligt - SÖTLIMPA

36.Fred - SÖTLIMPA

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DIE LETZTEN KAVALIERE - Nachrichten EP 1990

It's gotten frosty and I'm finally finding some time for the blog again, and more posts will follow in the coming week, and now you can listen to a charming three song 7inch by Die Letzten Kavaliere were founded in Wolfsburg at the end of the Eighties by Dirk (vocals/bass), Lars (guitars), Matthias (drums) and after a demo called Komm from 1989, their only EP was released by Hektik Records a year later. They call themselves 'Germany's most polite Punk band' and their last sign of life is the self-released Kavaliersdelikte CD from 2000.

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ROACH MOTEL - Roach & Roll EP 1982

Let's enjoy our breakfast with the following little surprise bag that was born forty years ago: founded 1980 in Gainesville (Northern Florida), Roach Motel consisted of Bob (vocals), George & Jeff (guitars), Eric (bass), Chad (drums), and this is their debut EP on Destroy Records, 600 copies were made and happy the one who has an original of it, with six fantastic short cuts. Two years later a second single followed and sometime later the band broke up. Featured on a few Compilations. Great stuff!

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CLOWN - s/t 7'' 1983

In keeping with my physical condition follows now a small, subtle but interesting work, and there may have been few published records of the Clowns' musical wanderings in the Eighies, but their mark remained and remains indelible on the Greek underground music scene. Founded in 1981, the band consisted of Yannis (vocals), Elias (guitar), Poupeta (keyboards) and Vagelis (drums), and of more artistically (and not purely musically) restless spirits who made it through their intelligent compositions, their special lyrical inspirations and their overall aesthetic ethos have managed to occupy a special place in the domestic alternative music reality. Both songs on this beautiful 7Inch are based on those conscious, artistic, expressive digressions and move mainly in dark tones. They're two of the era's finest sonic moments, while also highlighting the shame of the band's lack of further released work. In particular, these tracks combine all the necessary components to form two catchy blends of intellectual Post-Punk/New Wave demonstrations. What remains: a nice release by a remarkable group that disappeared so ingloriously without meaning, but in 2012 came a re-issue via Eirkti in a limited edition of 400 hand-numbered copies. They are even featured on some Compilations. Back to bed and get quick healthy.

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