April 26th Newsletter
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  • Ramones – Too Tough To Die
    Ramones – Too Tough To Die
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    “With the Ramones’ original drummer, Tommy Erdelyi, producing, the group returns to simple, scathing punk rock on Too Tough to Die. The group takes the big guitar riffs of [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • The Damned – Phantasmagoria (PROMO Autographed By The Band)
    The Damned – Phantasmagoria (PROMO Autographed By The Band)
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    “By the time the Damned found themselves on a major label after nine years of ups, downs, and all-arounds, a big change had taken place: Captain Sensible, with both his […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • The Damned – The Black Album
    The Damned – The Black Album
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    “The fact that one of its songs is called “Hit or Miss” is quite appropriate for the double-vinyl Black Album; while not perfect, it’s definitely got some high points on [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • The Exploited – Death Before Dishonour
    The Exploited – Death Before Dishonour
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    “You gotta hand it to Wattie and co., they do keep the faith. Same old hooks, still pissed-off political lyrics, and still driving punk tunes. Lotsa thrash, some pretty repetitive, […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Units – Digital Stimulation
    Units – Digital Stimulation
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    “Digital Stimulation was the 1980 debut full-length by the Units, a San Francisco-based performance art rock group who were retroactively co-credited with inventing the genre known as [...]

    GENRE: Post-Punk / Goth / Darkwave / Minimal Synth / Neofolk
  • T. S. O. L.* – T. S. O. L. (1981 Repress)
    T. S. O. L.* – T. S. O. L. (1981 Repress)
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    “Before T.S.O.L. became a commercial, long-haired heavy metal/hard rock band, it was a hardcore punk band — and their punk wasn’t pop-punk either. When this vinyl EP came out in [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Mentors – You Axed For It!
    Mentors – You Axed For It!
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    Metal… Punk… Mess… Killer punk classic from El Duce & co. Label: Death Records – DEATH 001, Enigma Format:  Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: 1985 VG+/VG+ Still in [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Mentors – Up The Dose
    Mentors – Up The Dose
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    Another classic Mentors LP. “Heterosexuals have The Right To Rock” – lets go. Label: Death Records (3) – DEATH 007, Restless Records – 72172-1 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • True Sounds Of Liberty – Beneath The Shadows
    True Sounds Of Liberty – Beneath The Shadows
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    “From their inception, TSOL’s finest efforts used both hardcore energy and a fiery dramatic tension to fuel their compositions. Sadly, there’s surprisingly little excitement or drama on [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Super Heroines – Cry For Help
    Super Heroines – Cry For Help
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    “The Super Heroines was a deathrock trio formed in Los Angeles, California during the early 1980s. However, unlike other early deathrock bands such as Christian Death and 45 Grave, Super [...]

    GENRE: Post-Punk / Goth / Darkwave / Minimal Synth / Neofolk
  • Mood Of Defiance – Now
    Mood Of Defiance – Now
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    “a South Bay band with San Pedro connections to the MINUTEMEN and SACCHARINE TRUST. While similar to those two bands in their lack of hardcore orthodoxy, MOOD OF DEFIANCE also […]

    GENRE: Post-Punk / Goth / Darkwave / Minimal Synth / Neofolk
  • Peter Murphy – Deep
    Peter Murphy – Deep
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    “Perhaps the stars were right, or perhaps his American company, flush from the unexpected success of Murphy’s former bandmates in Love and Rockets, just decided to give Murphy a [...]

    GENRE: Post-Punk / Goth / Darkwave / Minimal Synth / Neofolk
  • The Damned – Final Damnation (Green Vinyl)
    The Damned – Final Damnation (Green Vinyl)
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    “Rumors of the band’s breakup were, once again, flying at the time of this release, thus the title, but more than a few relapses have occurred. The concert that was […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Scream – Still Screaming [Radio Station Promo w/ ad]
    Scream – Still Screaming [Radio Station Promo w/ ad]
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    “Before their current role as a Nirvana footnote, Scream was actually one of Dischord’s best bands. Formed in Northern Virginia in 1981 by singer Peter Stahl, his brother Franz on […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Whipping Boy – The Sound Of No Hands Clapping
    Whipping Boy – The Sound Of No Hands Clapping
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    “This album features a lot of thrashers, but there are a few metallish and/or mood songs, and one bluesy thang. The lyrics are very provocative, covering nukes, parents, society, genocide, [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Samhain – Unholy Passion
    Samhain – Unholy Passion
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    “This one’s kinda frustrating. Danzig and crew still manage to put that wonderful frantic MISFIT yelp on “All Hell” and “Hungry End.” But it seems like they’re too comfortable. I’d […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • N.O.T.A. – N.O.T.A.
    N.O.T.A. – N.O.T.A.
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    “Hot shit! You thought their past records were great, well here’s 19 tracks that are rockin’, thrashin’, imaginative, and catchy. The slower songs have a catchy early ’77 pop-punk sound, [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Cherub Scourge / The Twerps – Split
    Cherub Scourge / The Twerps – Split
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    Label: Small Town Kids Records – STK 03 Format: Vinyl, 7″, 33 ⅓ RPM Country: US Released: 1995 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG+ Notes: Clean Copy w/ Insert  

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Active Ingredients – Active Ingredients (PROMO)
    Active Ingredients – Active Ingredients (PROMO)
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    Label: Not On Label – none Format: Vinyl, 7″, 45 RPM, EP Country: US Released: 1984 Media: VG+ Jacket: GEN Notes: No Sleeve. Comes with Generic Sleeve with Contact information […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • The Freeze – Guilty Face (1982)
    The Freeze – Guilty Face (1982)
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    Label: Modern Method Records – MM018 Format: Vinyl, 7″, 45 RPM, EP Country: US Released: 1982 Media:VG Jacket: G+ Notes: Plays great with only minimal noise. (Radio Station Copy) Jacket [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Happy World – Happy World
    Happy World – Happy World
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    Label: Regressive Records – none Format: Vinyl, 7″, Single, 33 ⅓ RPM Country: US Released: 1984 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG Notes: Record has minor marks. Sleeve has wear on all […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • No Alternative ‎– Backtracks
    No Alternative ‎– Backtracks
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    Label: Subterranean Records – SUB 09, Subterranean Records – SUB 9 Format: Vinyl, 7″, EP Country: US Released: 1980 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG+ Notes: bottom left corner creased.

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Special Duties – Violent Society
    Special Duties – Violent Society
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    Label: Charnel House – Sarcophagi 2 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: UK Released: 1981 Media: VG+ Jacket: G+ Note: Sleeve is very worn. Folded spine still in tact by about 3″

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Artless – How Much Punk Rock Do You Hear In Russia?
    Artless – How Much Punk Rock Do You Hear In Russia?
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    Label: The Only Label In The World – OL 452 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: US Released: 1984 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG+ Notes: w/ insert

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Red Tide ‎– Kelp And Salal
    Red Tide ‎– Kelp And Salal
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    Label: Toxic Shock – TOX-004 Format: Vinyl, 7″, 33 ⅓ RPM, EP Country: US Released: 1984 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG Notes: W/ insert

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • The Prevaricators ‎– No Kidding E.P.
    The Prevaricators ‎– No Kidding E.P.
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    Label: Zero Degree Records – ZD 005, Generic Records (3) – ZD 005 Format: Vinyl, 7″, 45 RPM, EP Country: US Released: 1983 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG Notes:

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Scream – Gov’t Primer [true 1st press]
    Scream – Gov’t Primer [true 1st press]
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    Label: Immortal Nuts Records – 639 Format: Vinyl, 7″, 45 RPM, EP Country: US Released: 1982 Media:VG+ Jacket: VG+ Notes:

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Alley Cats – Nothing Means Nothing Anymore / Give Me A Little Pain (1978 First Press)
    Alley Cats – Nothing Means Nothing Anymore / Give Me A Little Pain (1978 First Press)
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    Label: Dangerhouse – LOM-22 Format: Vinyl, 7″, 45 RPM, Single Country: US Released: Mar 1978 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG+ Notes: Clean Copy – Fold over Sleeve intact with only minor […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • VKTMS – 100% White Girl / No Long Good-Byes
    VKTMS – 100% White Girl / No Long Good-Byes
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    Snotty San Francisco punk from 1978 Label: 415 Records – S-0010 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: US Released: 1980 VG+/G+

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Violent Apathy ‎– Here Today….
    Violent Apathy ‎– Here Today….
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    “Violent Apathy were starting to slow down the tempo and fancy things up just a bit with this 1983 EP, which documents the band’s final lineup — these six songs […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Godhead – New Lottery
    Godhead – New Lottery
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    Sole 7″ from the Long Beach, California hardcore band. Label: Bemisbrain – BB 25 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: US Released: 1981 VG+/VG. Staining/discoloration to sleeve

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Subverts – Independent Study
    Subverts – Independent Study
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    Sole EP by the 1980’s Chicago punk band. Clearly influenced by the UK scene. Absolute ripper. Label: Clandestine Records – #101 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: US Released: 1981 VG+/VG+. [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • White Cross – Fascist (1983 Repress)
    White Cross – Fascist (1983 Repress)
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    “I don’t know how astute these guys are, but they sure do play some mean thrash punk. Personally, I think WHITE CROSS blow away many better-known groups. They’ve got that […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • V/A – Big City (Aint Too Pretty)
    V/A – Big City (Aint Too Pretty)
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    Killer NY punk comp featuring U.V and Savage Circle Label: Big City Records – no cat number Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: US Released: 1983 VG+/VG+. Includes zine insert. Light wear.

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Sham 69 – Unite And Win
    Sham 69 – Unite And Win
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      Label: Polydor – 2059 259 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: UK Released: 1980 VG+/G+. Some noticeable staining and edgewear/chipping to sleeve

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Overkill – Overkill
    Overkill – Overkill
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    Debut EP by the LA Punk/Thrash crossover band. Label: SST Records – SST 008 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: US Released: 1982 VG/G+. Noticeable light marks. Sleeve has noticeable discoloration [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Chron Gen – Puppets Of War EP
    Chron Gen – Puppets Of War EP
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    Heavy 80’s UK Hardcore. Label: Gargoyle Records – GRGL 780 Format: Vinyl, 7″ Country: UK Released: 1981 VG+/G+. Sleeve lower end of G+ with noticeable discoloration and fraying along [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Manifest Destiny – We Love Our Country » It’s The Government We Can’t Stand
    Manifest Destiny – We Love Our Country » It’s The Government We Can’t Stand
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    “Three of these four tracks really make it, as they are strongly laced with power. Two are slow/medium paced, but deliver a great dose of punk, musically and lyrically. “Whose […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Flipper – Love Canal / Ha Ha Ha
    Flipper – Love Canal / Ha Ha Ha
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    “Flipper formed in San Francisco in 1979 on the cusp of Ronald Reagan’s presidency. It seems fitting that their debut single (originally released on Subterranean in 1981) turns [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • Active Ingredients – Bringing Down The Big Boys
    Active Ingredients – Bringing Down The Big Boys
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    “The sneering, cynical thrash on this EP should appeal to fans of bands like JACKSHIT.” – Maximum Rock N Roll Label: Fat Man Records – no cat number Format: Vinyl, […]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • STD – Another Dead Asshole
    STD – Another Dead Asshole
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    “This Knoxville hardcore outfit gyrates dizzyingly between forceful thrash and basic heavy metal punk, lead breaks and all. What redeems this uneven debut are the highly satiric lyrics on [...]

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • The Offenders – Lost Causes / Rockin’ The Town
    The Offenders – Lost Causes / Rockin’ The Town
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    Label: Suffering Sounds Format: Vinyl, 7″, 45 RPM, Single Country: US Released: 1981 Media: VG+ Jacket: VG sleeve completely intact & glued, but bent corners/creasing on edges. Ringwear.

    GENRE: Punk / Hardcore
  • The Apartments ‎– The Evening Visits….And Stays For Years
    The Apartments ‎– The Evening Visits….And Stays For Years
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    “This is an expanded look at the classic indie Australian acts’ 80s catalog, featuring the complete The Evening Visits… LP (previously released by Rough Trade in ’85), the criminally rare [...]

    GENRE: Indie / Alternative
  • Charlie Haden – The Golden Number
    Charlie Haden – The Golden Number
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    “In this collection of bass-led duets, Charlie Haden enlists Don Cherry (trumpet/flute), Archie Shepp (tenor), Hampton Hawes (piano) and a trumpet playing Ornette Coleman on the four [...]

    GENRE: Jazz / Fusion / Free Jazz
  • Catherine Howe – What A Beautiful Place (Purple Vinyl)
    Catherine Howe – What A Beautiful Place (Purple Vinyl)
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    “A true rainy-day affair, What A Beautiful Place is the Brit folk autobiography of Howe, aged 20, one that appeared only fleetingly in 1971. Most artists are too young for […]

    GENRE: Folk / Country
  • Sam Rivers ‎– Contrasts (180g Reissue)
    Sam Rivers ‎– Contrasts (180g Reissue)
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    “Tenor saxophonist Sam Rivers (also heard on soprano and flute) teams up in a quartet with trombonist George Lewis, bassist Dave Holland and drummer Thurman Barker (doubling on marimba) for [...]

    GENRE: Jazz / Fusion / Free Jazz
  • Mötley Crüe ‎– Shout At The Devil
    Mötley Crüe ‎– Shout At The Devil
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    “Shout at the Devil displays Mötley Crüe’s sleazy and notorious (yet quite entertaining) metal at its best. When compared to its predecessor, Too Fast for Love, one can see that […]

    GENRE: Metal, Rock / Pop
  • Depeche Mode – Shake The Disease (Remixed Extended Version)
    Depeche Mode – Shake The Disease (Remixed Extended Version)
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    An extended and remastered version of Depeche Mode’s single from Catching Up With Depeche Mode Label: Mute – 12 BONG 8 Format: Vinyl, 12″, Single Country: UK Released: 1985 VG/VG. [...]

    GENRE: Rock / Pop
  • V/A – An Anthology Of Noise & Electronic Music / Third A-Chronology 1952-2004
    V/A – An Anthology Of Noise & Electronic Music / Third A-Chronology 1952-2004
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    “The third volume of seven published from 2001 to 2011, curated, noted and edited by Guy Marc Hinant. If these shadows remain unchanged, putting a creative spin on your unsolicited […]

    GENRE: Experimental / Noise, Modern Composition / Musique Concrete / Electronic
  • Suicide ‎– Suicide: Alan Vega · Martin Rev
    Suicide ‎– Suicide: Alan Vega · Martin Rev
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    “The Ric Ocasek-produced second album from Suicide is less confrontational and more contemporary than the duo’s terrifying debut. Vega’s rockabilly snarl and Rev’s [...]

    GENRE: Post-Punk / Goth / Darkwave / Minimal Synth / Neofolk