On this date in 1978, The Outcasts released their second album, Blood And Thunder. It contained the singles, "Angel Face" and "Magnum Force". The album reached the #20 spot on the U.K. indie albums chart. The Belfast, Northern Ireland punk band disbanded in 1985 after three albums and numerous singles.
Wikipedia: The Outcasts
Blogload: The Outcasts - Blood And Thunder - sonsofthedolls.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Sad Lovers And Giants released their third single, "Lost In A Moment". It was backed by "The Tightrope Touch". Neither appeared on their debut album, Epic Garden Music, but both were added as bonus tracks when the album was re-released on CD. The Hertfordshire, England post punk band has had many brief breaks but released an album as recently as 2002. They have re-formed for some live performances this year. 
Wikipedia: Sad Lovers And Giants
Official Website: sadloversandgiants.co.uk
Blogload: Sad Lovers And Giants - Epic Garden Music - commercialzone.blogspot.com
John Ashton of The Psychedelic Furs turns 51 today.
The Psychedelic Furs, clockwise from top right: Tim Butler,
Richard Butler, John Ashton and Vince Ely.
Wikipedia: The Psychedelic Furs
A Fansite: burneddowndays.com
Video: The Psychedelic Furs - Dumb Waiters - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Psychedelic Furs - lots of albums - stupidd.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Midnight Oil released their third album, Place Without A Postcard. It contained the singles, "Don't Wanna Be The One" (#40 Australia) and "Armistice Day" (#31 Australia). The album reached the #12 spot on the Australian albums chart. The power pop band from Sydney, Australia gained chart success in their homeland long before making any noise in the U.K. and U.S. That would arrive in the mid-80's. The band broke up in 2002.
Wikipedia: Midnight Oil
Official Website: midnightoil.com
Blogload: Midnight Oil - Midnight Oil - Place Without A Postcard - tontonmahood.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Disrupters released their debut EP, Young Offender. It contained the tracks, "Young Offender", "U.K. Soldier" and "No Place for You". None of the tracks appeared on an album. The Norwich, England punk band disbanded in 1988 but re-formed last year.
Wikipedia: Disrupters
A Great Japan Fansite: japansylvian.com
Blogload: Disrupters - Young Offender EP - enemy-of-the-music-business.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Cabaret Voltaire released their fifth 7-inch record. The A side was "Eddie's Out". It was backed by "Walls Of Jericho". Neither track appeared on an album. The single reached the #6 spot on the U.K. indie singles chart. The Sheffield, England post-punk, experimental band disbanded in 1995.
Wikipedia: Cabaret Voltaire
Unofficial Website: brainwashed.com/cv
Blogload: Cabaret Voltaire - Eddie's Out - 12 inch (both tracks) - killyourpetpuppy.co.uk
On this date in 1981, Adam and The Ants released their eleventh single, "Ant Rap". It was backed by "Friends". The A side appeared on their third and final album, Prince Charming. The B side was a non-LP track. The single reached the #3 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The band broke up in 1982 at which time Adam Ant embarked on a solo career. He brought guitarist Marco Pirroni with him.
Wikipedia: Adam and The Ants
Official Adam Ant Website: adam-ant.net
Video: Adam and The Ants - Ant Rap - youtube
Blogload: Adam and The Ants - Prince Charming - gustavoeo.net
In November of 1981, Artery released their fourth single, "Afterwards". The B side was "Into The Garden". Both tracks appeared on their debut album, Oceans. The Sheffield, England post-punk band disbanded in 1985 after four albums. The band included future member of The Cure, Simon Hinkler.
Wikipedia: Artery
Blogload: Artery - Into The Garden - a compilation - cdlandia2.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Nurse With Wound released their second album, Merzbild Schwet, and their third album, To The Quite Men From A Tiny Girl. Their second album contained two tracks. Their third contained three tracks. None of them were released as singles. The London, England experimental post punk band was the brainchild of Steve Stapleton. He continues to record and release music with whomever he adds to the record.
Merzbild Schwet
To The Quiet Men From A Tiny Girl
Wikipedia: Nurse With Wound
Official Website: brainwashed.com
Blogload: Nurse With Wound - Merzbild Schwet and To The Quiet Men From A Tiny Girl - bloodistruth.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Telefones released their debut album, Vibration Change. It contained a re-worked version of their first single, "The Ballad Of Jerry Godzilla". The Dallas, Texas power pop band lasted two albums before disbanding in 1981. Mark Griffin would later become MC 900 Ft. Jesus.
Not Vibration Change but...their second album:
Blogload: The Telefones - Rock-Ola! - powerpopcriminals.blogspot.com
Richard Barbieri of Japan turns 51 today!
Japan, left to right: Steve Jansen, Rob Dean, David Sylvian,
Richard Barbieri and Mick Karn
Wikipedia: Japan
A Great Japan Fansite: japansylvian.com
Video: Japan - The Art Of Parties - live 1982 - youtube
Blogload: Japan - Gentlemen Take Polaroids - recessed-filter.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Squeeze released their ninth 7-inch record. The A side was "Christmas Day". It was backed by "Going Crazy". Neither track was on an album. The London new wave band disbanded in 1982 only to re-form in 1985 and stayed intact until 1999. They have recently done some touring together again.
Wikipedia: Squeeze
Official Website: squeezefan.com
Blogload: Various Artists - Now That's What I Call Xmas - includes "Christmas Day" by Squeeze on CD 3 - rimawirun.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Leather Nun released their debut EP, Slow Death. It contained the tracks, "No Rule", "Death Threats", "Slow Death" and "Ensam I Natt". None of the tracks appeared on an album but the fourth track was later released as a single. The Gothenburg, Sweden experimental post punk/industrial band released several albums and singles, the last of which was released in 1991. They disbanded in 1995 but have reunited for occasional performances.
Wikipedia: The Leather Nun
An "Unofficial" Website: home.swipnet.se/~w-29654
Blogload: The Leather Nun - Slow Death EP - industrialintroduction.blogspot.com
In November of 1979, The Jam released their fourth album, Setting Sons. It contained the singles, "The Eton Rifles" (#3 U.K.) and "Saturday's Kids". The album reached the #4 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The Woking, England punk/mod revivalist band have not played together since disbanding in 1982 though Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler have toured together as The Jam since. Paul Weller has no interest in the revival.
Wikipedia: The Jam
Official Website: thejamfan.net
Blogload: The Jam - Setting Sons - historyofthe80s.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Piranhas released their third single, "Space Invaders". It was backed by a live track called "Cheap 'N' Nasty". Neither track appeared on their sole album, The Piranhas. The Brighton, England ska/punk band disbanded in 1982 after one album and several singles.
Wikipedia: The Piranhas
Blogload: The Piranhas - Space Invaders - 7 inch (both sides) - asfm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Slaughter and The Dogs released their third single, "Dame To Blame". It was backed by "Johnny T". The A side appeared on their debut album, Do It Dog Style. The B side was a non-LP track that was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. At one time, the band began rehearsing with a pre-Smiths Steven Morissey as replacement for lead singer Wayne Barrett after he left the band. The Manchester, England punk band would break up and re-form several times over the years. They are currently together and performing live.
Wikipedia: Slaughter & The Dogs
Official Website: slaughterandthedogs.co.uk
Blogload: Slaughter and The Dogs - Do It Dog Style - streetpunkattack77.blogspot.com
Billy Idol (born William Broad) of Generation X and turns 53 today.
Billy Idol fronting Generation X.
Tony James on bass and Mark Laff on drums.
Wikipedia: Generation X
Video: Generation X - King Rocker - on Top Of The Pops - 1979 - youtube
Blogload: Generation X - Perfect Hits - rockformasses.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Robyn Hitchcock released his third solo single, "Eaten By Her Own Dinner". It was backed by "Listening To The Higsons" and "Dr. Sticky". None of these tracks appeared on an album. The London post punk, neo psychedelic, new wave singer was the former frontman for The Soft Boys. He would sooon form Robyn Hitchcock and The Egyptians.
Wikipedia: Robyn Hitchcock
Official Website: robynhitchcock.com
Blogload: Robyn Hitchcock - Invisible Hitchcock - a collection of B-sides and non-LP tracks - inmassmind.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Midnight Oil released their fourth album, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. It contained the singles, "U.S. Forces" #20 Australia), "Read About It" and "Power And The Passion" (#8 Australia). The album reached the #3 spot on the Australian albums chart. The power pop band from Sydney, Australia gained chart success in their homeland long before making any noise in the U.K. and U.S. That would arrive in the mid-80's. The band broke up in 2002.
Wikipedia: Midnight Oil
Official Website: midnightoil.com
Blogload: Midnight Oil - 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 - frisiansotherfavorites.blogspot.com
Wendy Wu of The Photos turns 49 today.
Wikipedia: The Photos and Wendy Wu
Blogload: The Photos - debut album - and more - digivinyltal.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, TV Smith's Explorers released their debut single, "Tomahawk Cruise". It was backed by "See Europe". Neither track appeared on their only album, Last Words Of The Great Explorer but both were added as bonus tracks when the album was re-released on CD. The London post punk band disbanded in 1981 after four singles and one album. T.V. Smith had formerly been in The Adverts.
Wikipedia: T.V. Smith
T.V. Smith official website: tvsmith.com
Blogload: T.V. Smith's Explorers - Tomahawk Cruise - 7 inch (both sides) - asfm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, B.C. Gilbert and G. Lewis released their debut EP, 3R4. It was a four track project for Bruce Gilbert and Graham Lewis of Wire while the band was on hiatus. Dome and Cupol were two other names under which the London duo recorded until Wire was back in the studio.
Blogload: B.C. Gilbert and G. Lewis - 3R4 - rho-xs.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Yobs released their debut album, The Yobs Christmas Album. It contained the singles, "Silent Night" and "Rub-A-Dum Dum", though both were different than the single versions. The single versions as well as the single "Run Rudolph Run" were added as bonuses when re-released on CD. The Yobs were really London punk band The Boys in a thinly veiled disguise. They would release a holiday record every year between 1977 and 1981.
Wikipedia: The Boys/The Yobs
Blogload: The Yobs Christmas Album - donnyrock.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Nuns released their self-titled debut album. It contained the singles, "Savage", "World War III" and "Wild", though theye were all re-recorded. The whole album was a re-recording by the band after they had already broken up but they got together to put this record out. Guitarist Alejandro Escovedo had already left the band before the end, later to resurface with Chip and Tony Kinman (ex-Dils) in Rank & File. The San Francisco punk band was one of the opening acts, along with The Avengers, for The Sex Pistols last show (San Francisco, Winterland Ballroom, January 14, 1978). The Nuns have since re-formed and are based in New York City as a goth band. 
Wikipedia: The Nuns
Official Website: nyrock.com/the_nuns
Blogload: The Nuns - debut LP - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, The Mekons released their second single, "Where Were You?". The B side was "I'll Have To Dance Then (On My Own)". Neither track appeared on their debut album, The Quality Of Mercy Is Not Strnen. The Leeds, England punk/post punk band still records and performs.
Wikipedia: The Mekons
A Fansite: mekons.de/mekonhom.htm
Blogload: The Mekons - Where Were You? - 7 inch (both sides) - killyourpetpuppy.co.uk
On this date in 1977, Alternative TV released their second single "How Much Longer". It was backed by "You Bastard". Neither track appeared on an album but both were added to their debut, The Image Has Cracked, when it was re-released on CD. The London punk/post-punk band was formed by Mark Perry, editor and founder of legendary fanzine Sniffin' Glue. They originally disbanded in 1979, only to re-form and break up several times since.
Wikipedia: Alternative TV
Official Mark Perry Website: markperry.freeuk.com
Blogload: Alternative Television - The Image Has Cracked - w1re12xu.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Dif Juz released their second EP, Vibrating Air. It contained the tracks, "Heset", "Diselt", "Gunet" and "Soarn". None of the tracks appeared on an album. The London post punk instrumental band disbanded in 1987 after three albums and two EP's.
Wikipedia: Dif Juz
Blogload: Dif Juz - Huremics - a compilation (containing all 4 tracks from Vibrating Air) - bluestown.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Dance Chapter released their second record, an EP entitled Chapter II. It contained the tracks, "Backwards Across Thresholds", "Demolished Sanctuary", "Attitudes" and "She". None of the tracks were released as singles. The Leeds, England post punk band released one single and one EP by 1981 before calling it quits. 
Blogload: Various Artists - A 4AD Collection - includes "Backwards Across Thresholds" and "Demolished Sanctuary" by Dance Chapter - 01fragments.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Human Sexual Response released their debut album, Fig. 14. It contained the singles, "Jackie Onassis" and "What Does Sex Mean To Me?". The seven-piece post punk/new wave band from Boston, Massachusetts broke up in 1982 after two albums and several singles.
Wikipedia: Human Sexual Response
Blogload: Human Sexual Response - Fig. 14 - frisiansotherfavorites.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Jam released their fifth album, Sound Affects. It contained the singles, "Start!" (#1 U.K.) and "That's Entertainment" (#21 U.K.). The album reached the #2 spot on the U.K. albums chart and the #72 spot on the U.S. albums chart. The Woking, England punk/mod revivalist band have not played together since disbanding in 1982 though Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler have toured together as The Jam since. Paul Weller has no interest in the revival.
Wikipedia: The Jam
Official Website: thejamfan.net
Blogload: The Jam - Sound Affects - abc-afterglow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Siouxsie and The Banshees released their eigthth single,
"Israel". It was backed by "Red Over White". Neither track was included on an album. The single reached the #41 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London punk/post-punk/goth band disbanded in 1996.
Wikipedia: Siouxsie and The Banshees
A Fansite: vamp.org/Siouxsie
Video: Siouxsie and The Banshees - Israel - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Best Of Siouxsie and The Banshees - walldill.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Scientists released their self-titled debut EP. It contained the tracks, "Last Night", "Bet You're Lyin'", "It’s for Real" and "Pissed on Another Planet". This was their second release overall. It did not produce any singles nor did any of the tracks make their self-titled debut album. The Perth, Australia post punk band lasted, with one minor break, until 1987 with four albums to their credit. The band went through numerous lineup changes during their existence. Kim Salmon was the only constant. They have briefly re-formed a few times since 1987.
Wikipedia: The Scientists
Blogload: The Scientists - debut EP and debut album - combined - rogkentroll.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Seventeen released their debut single, "Don't Let Go". It was backed by "Bank Holiday Weekend". This was the Rhyl, Wales punk band's only release under this name. For their next release, they became The Alarm. 
Blogload: Various Artists - Shake Some Action - Volume 1 - includes "Don't Let Go" by Seventeen - musicruinedmylife.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, New Musik released their second single, "Living By Numbers". It was backed by "Sad Films". The A side appeared on their debut album, From A To B. The B side did not but it was added as a bonus track on a later CD release. The single reached the #13 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London new wave/power pop band released three albums before disbanding in 1982.
Wikipedia: New Musik
Unofficial Website: new-musik.co.uk
Video: New Musik - Living By Numbers - on Top Of The Pops - 1980 - youtube
Blogload: New Musik - From A To B - lince-indie.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, The Outcasts released their second single, "Just Another Teenage Rebel". It was backed by "Love Is For Sops". The B side appeared on their debut album, Self Conscious Over You, though it was re-recorded. The A side was excluded but was added in later releases. The Belfast, Northern Ireland punk band disbanded after three albums and numerous singles.
Wikipedia: The Outcasts
Blogload: The Outcasts - The Punk Singles Collection - shadowsof60.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, The Pagans released their second single, "Street Where Nobody Lives". It was backed by "What's This Shit Called Love?" Neither track appeared on an album. The Cleveland, Ohio punk band disbanded in 1979, re-formed in 1982 and broke up again in 1989. 
Wikipedia: The Pagans
Blogload: The Pagans - Street Where Nobody Lives - 7 inch (both tracks) - borninthebasement.net
On this date in 1978, Magazine released their third single, "Give Me Everything". It was backed by "I Love You You Big Dummy". Neither track appeared on a regularly released album. The Manchester, England post punk band, fronted by original Buzzcocks' frontman Howard Devoto, disbanded in 1981 after four studio albums and one live album. Howard Devoto went on to Luxuria, Barry Adamson soon joined Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, and John McGeoch was later in Siouxsie and The Banshees, Visage and Public Image Ltd.
Wikipedia: Magazine
An unofficial Website: shotbybothsides.com
Video: Magazine - Give Me Everything - live - 1980 - youtube
Blogload: Magazine - Scree Rarities - includes both tracks from this single - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Wire released their debut album, Pink Flag. It contained the single, "Mannequin" and twenty other songs. Yes, twenty-one songs on their debut. The London punk/post-punk band went on hiatus in 1980 and the band members worked on other projects. They re-formed in 1985 and have been on and off ever since.
Wikipedia: Wire
Official Website: pinkflag.com
Blogload: Wire - Pink Flag - 2man-music-lover.blogspot.com
On this date in 1975, Pere Ubu released their debut single, "30 Seconds Over Tokyo". It was backed by "Heart Of Darkness". Neither track appeared on their 1978 debut album, The Modern Dance, both both tracks appeared on the their 1978 EP, Datapanik In The Year Zero. The avant-garde/proto punk band from Cleveland, Ohio was formed after Rocket From The Tombs broke up. Dave Thomas and Peter Laughner formed Pere Ubu while fellow Rocket From The Tombs band members, Cheetah Chrome and Johnny Blitz, founded The Dead Boys. Pere Ubu continues to release music.
Wikipedia: Pere Ubu
Official Website: ubuprojex.net
Blogload: Pere Ubu - Datapanik In The Year Zero - Box Set - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1975, Patti Smith released her debut album, Horses.
It contained the single, "Gloria". The New Jersey singer/poet was one of the founders of the New York punk scene and was a regular at CBGB's. She was the last performer on stage on October 15, 2006, the last night that CBGB's was open.
Wikipedia: Patti Smith
Official Website: pattismith.net
Blogload: Patti Smith - Horses - overphonic.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Cock Sparrer released their third single, "England Belongs To Me". It was backed by "Argy Bargy". Neither track appeared on the initial pressing of their debut album, Shock Troops, but later pressings included both songs. The London punk/Oi! band disbanded in 1978 with two singles to their credit. They re-formed in 1982 after some of their songs found their way into Oi! compilations and they started recording and playing again. The London punk/Oi! band has been on and off since.
Wikipedia: Cock Sparrer
Myspace: myspace.com/cocksparrerpunk
Blogload: Cock Sparrer - Shock Troops - punkdownload.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Rip Rig & Panic released their second single, "Bob Hope Takes Risks". It was backed by "Hey Mr E! A Gran Grin With A Shake Of Smile". Neither track appeared on an album. The London post-punk band included Neneh Cherry and ex-Pop Group members Gareth Sager and Bruce Smith. They disbanded in 1984 after three albums and a number of singles.
Wikipedia: Rip Rig & Panic
Blogload: Rip Rig & Panic - "Bob Hope Takes Risks" - raidingthevinylarchive.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Dramatis released their fourth single, "Love Needs No Disguise". It was backed by an instrumental called "Take Me Home". Both tracks appeared on their debut album, For Future Reference. The London new wave band was Gary Numan's old band with The Tubeway Army. Gary even lent his vocals to the A side. They released one album and several singles, the last of which was in 1982.
Blogload: Dramatis - For Future Reference - nrrules.blogspot.com
Charlie Burchill of Simple Minds turns 49 today!
Simple Minds, circa 1984, left to right: Michael MacNeil, Derek Forbes,
Jim Kerr, Mel Gaynor and Charlie Burchill
Wikipedia: Simple Minds
Official Website: simpleminds.com
Video: Simple Minds - Promised You A Miracle - on Top Of The Pops - 1982 - youtube
Blogload: The Best Of Simple Minds - babakazoo.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Adam and The Ants released their seventh single, "Antmusic". It was backed by "Fall In". The A side appeared on their second album, Kings Of The Wild Frontier. The B side was a non-LP track. The London punk/post-punk band scored a #2 single on the U.K. charts with this song. It did not chart at all in the U.S. The band broke up in 1982 at which time Adam Ant embarked on a solo career. He brought guitarist Marco Pirroni with him.
Wikipedia: Adam and The Ants
Official Adam Ant Website: adam-ant.net
Video: Adam and The Ants - Antmusic and Dog Eat Dog - live - date unknown - youtube
Blogload: Adam and The Ants - Kings Of The Wild Frontier - gustavoeo.net
On this date in 1980, The Skids released their tenth single, "Woman In Winter". It was backed by a live version of "Working For The Yankee Dollar". The A side appeared on their third album, The Absolute Game. The single reached the #49 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Dunfermline, Scotland post-punk band lasted until 1982, releasing four albums during their existence. Guitarist Stuart Adamson would depart before the end to form his own band, Big Country.
Wikipedia: The Skids
Official Website: theskids.com
Video: The Skids - Woman In Winter - live - 1980 - youtube
Blogload: The Skids - The Absolute Game - isksp.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Boys released their third album, To Hell With The Boys. It contained the singles, "Kamikaze" and "Terminal Love". The "Kamikaze" single was their fourth and was backed by "Bad Day" which was also on To Hell With The Boys. The London punk/power pop band recorded four albums as The Boys plus one under their holiday alter-ego, The Yobs, before disbanding in 1982. They were not newcomers to the scene as Matt Dangerfield and Casino Steel were both with London SS along with Mick Jones (The Clash), Tony James (Generation X) and Brian James(The Damned) before forming The Boys. The Boys have been performing live again.
To Hell With The Boys:
"Kamikaze":
Wikipedia: The Boys
Official Website: theboys.co.uk
Blogload: The Boys - To Hell With The Boys - takethepills.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Soft Cell released their tenth single, Where The Heart Is. It was backed by "It's A Mug's Game". The A side appeared on their third album, The Art Of Falling Apart. The B side did not but it was added as a bonus when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #21 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Leeds, England new wave band disbanded in 1984 but has gotten together again in recent years.
Wikipedia: Soft Cell
A Fansite: soft-cell.tripod.com
Video: Soft Cell - Where The Heart Is - on Top Of The Pops - 1982 - youtube
Blogload: Soft Cell - The Art Of Falling Apart - jacyk80.blogspot.com
