On this date in 1982, The March Violets released their first single, "Religious As Hell". It was actually a four-track 7 inch EP that also included "Fodder", "Children On Stun" and "Bon Bon Babies". All but the last track also appeared on their compilation album, Natural History. The Leeds, England goth band released several singles but no real albums by the time they disbanded in 1987. They have reformed since to perform.
Wikipedia: The March Violets
Myspace: myspace.com/officialmarchviolets
Blogload: The March Violets - The Botanic Verses - a compilation - gothicrock2009.blogspot.com
The Post Punk Progressive Pop Party
On this date in 1982, Surf Punks released their third album, Locals Only. There were no singles released from the album. The band was from Malibu, California and was formed by Dennis Dragon (brother of "The Captain" of Captain & Tenille fame) and Drew Steele (son of Gavin MacLeod of Love Boat fame). They appeared in the movie, Urgh! A Music War, performing "My Beach" from their second album. They disbanded in 1988.
Wikipedia: Surf Punks
Not Locals Only but...
Blogload: Surf Punks - debut album - musickforthedead.blogspot.com
Bill Berry of R.E.M. turns 51 today!
R.E.M., left to right:
Michael Stipe, Mike Mills, Bill Berry and Peter Buck
Wikipedia: R.E.M.
Unofficial Website: remhq.com
Video: R.E.M. - Radio Free Europe - on David Letterman - 1983 - youtube
Blogload: R.E.M. - Murmur - estediscocambiaratuvida.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Charlie Harper released his second solo single, "Freaked". It was backed by "Jo". Charlie Harper was, of course, the frontman for London punk band U.K. Subs. No...his day job was not on hiatus. It was just a side project.
Wikipedia: Charlie Harper
Blogload: Charlie Harper - Freaked - 7 inch (both sides) - 1charrua10crestas.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Birthday Party released their fourth single as The Birthday Party (they were once The Boys Next Door). The A side was "Release The Bats". The B side was "Blast Off". Neither song appeared on an album originally but both were added to The Birthday Party's second album, Junkyard, when it was re-released on CD. The Melbourne, Australia post-punk band, as The Birthday Party, called it quits in 1983 and frontman Nick Cave formed The Bad Seeds.
Wikipedia: The Birthday Party
Official Website: thebirthdayparty.com.au
Video: The Birthday Party - Release The Bats - live - 1982 - youtube
Blogload: The Birthday Party - Junkyard - icoulddietomorrow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Modern English released their fourth single, "Smiles And Laughter". It was backed by "Mesh And Lace". Neither song appeared on an album originally (not even the B side, despite their debut album being called Mesh & Lace), but both were included on the debut album as bonus tracks when it was re-released on CD. The Colchester, England post punk/new wave band first disbanded in 1986. They have reunited to record and perform a few times since.
Wikipedia: Modern English
Blogload: Modern English - Mesh & Lace - gothicrock2009.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Debbie Harry released her first solo album, Koo Koo. It contained the singles, "Backfired" (#43 U.S., #32 U.K.) and "The Jam Was Moving" (#82 U.S.). The album, itself, reached the #6 spot on the U.K. albums chart and the #28 spot of the U.S. album chart. Most of the songs were co-written by fellow Blondie member Chris Stein. Blondie was not over. Blondie, as a group, would still have another year together before going on hiatus.
Wikipedia: Debbie Harry
Myspace: myspace.com/debbieharry
Blogload: Debbie Harry - Koo Koo - jukebox-mb.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Mass released their debut album, Labour Of Love. There were no singles released from the album. The London post punk band was formed by Gary Asquith, Mick Allen, and Mark Cox when Rema-Rema disbanded. They released one album and one single before disbanding in 1981. By the way, Rema-Rema also had Marco Pirroni aof Adam and The Ants.
Blogload: Mass - Labour Of Love - wwwadnauseam.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Au Pairs released their third single, "Inconvenience". It was backed by "Pretty Boys". The 12 inch included a remixed version of "Headache For Michelle". Only "Headache For Michelle" appeared on their debut album, Playing With A Different Sex (though it was a different mix), but all three songs were added as bonus tracks when the album was re-released on CD. The Birmingham, England post punk band disbanded in 1983 after two studio and one live album.
Wikipedia: Au Pairs
Blogload: Au Pairs - Playing With A Different Sex - saltyka.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Cabaret Voltaire released their second full length studio vinyl album, The Voice Of America (they had also released a cassette-only album and a live album prior to this). Despite having no singles released from the album, it reached the #3 spot on the U.K. indie album chart. The Sheffield, England post-punk, experimental band disbanded in 1995.
Wikipedia: Cabaret Voltaire
Unofficial Website: brainwashed.com/cv
Blogload: Cabaret Voltaire - The Voice Of America - fatoldpunk.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Bauhaus released their third single, "Terror Couple Kill Colonel". It was backed by "Scopes" and "Terror Couple Kill Colonel 2". None of the tracks appeared on an album but all three were added as bonus tracks to their debut album, In The Flat Field, when it was re-released on CD. The Northampton, England goth band broke up in 1983. Peter Murphy found some success as a solo artist. After some other short-lived projects, the remaining former members of Bauhaus (Daniel Ash, David J and Kevin Haskins) formed Love And Rockets. Bauhaus recently reunited to record a new album and tour.
Wikipedia: Bauhaus
Official Website: bauhausmusik.com
Blogload: Bauhaus - In The Flat Field - noisejunkie.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Jah Wobble released his second EP, V.I.E.P. It contained the tracks, "Blueberry Hill", "Blueberry Hill (Computer Version)", "I Need You by My Side (Message from Pluto)", "Sea-Side Special", "Something Profound" and "Blood Repression". None of the six tracks were released as singles but "Blueberry Hill" was included on his debut album, The Legend Lives on - Jah Wobble in 'Betrayal`. The London singer/bass player, originally in Public Image Limited, continues to release music.
Wikipedia: Jah Wobble
Official Website: 30hertzrecords.com
Blogload: Jah Wobble - V.I.E.P. - tuningmaze.blogspot.com
Danish Ash of Bauhaus, Tones On Tail and Love And Rockets turns 52 today.
Bauhaus, left to right:
Peter Murphy, David J, Daniel Ash and Kevin Haskins
Wikipedia: Bauhaus
Official Website: bauhausmusik.com
Video: Bauhaus - Ziggy Stardust (1982) - youtube
Blogload: Bauhaus - La Rose Bonbon - Live In Paris - 1981 - willy-rock.blogspot.com
Wikipedia: Tones On Tail
Official Website: tonesontail.com
Blogload: Tones On Tale - Everything - noisejunkie.blogspot.com
Wikipedia: Love And Rockets
Video: Love And Rockets - No New Tale To Tell (1987) - youtube
Blogload: Love And Rockets - Sorted! - The Best Of - lallamasonica.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Demon Preacher released their debut single, "Little Miss Perfect". It was backed by "Perfect Dub". They had previously released a limited edition EP. The London punk band had more changes in personnel than actual releases. The version that recorded this single included Nik Fiend (later of Alien Sex Fiend) and Max Splodge (later of Splodgenessabounds). They disbanded in 1979 with only one other recording. That was as The Demons.
Blogload: Demon Preacher - Little Miss Perfect - 7 inch (both sides) - strangereaction.com
On this date in 1978, The Carpettes released their second 7-ich record, "Small Wonder?". It was backed by "2 NE 1". Neither track appeared on a regular album. The Tyne and Wear, England punk/power pop band released two albums before disbanding in 1980. They have recently reunited.
Wikipedia: The Carpettes
Official Site: www.thecarpettes.com
Blogload: The Carpettes - Small Wonders: The Complete Singles 1977-1980 - commercialzone.blogspot.com
Kate Bush turns 51 today!
Wikipedia: Kate Bush
Official Website: katebush.com
Video: Kate Bush - Running Up That Hill - youtube
Blogload: Kate Bush - The Whole Story - a compilation - hannibalsite.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Waves released their second single, "Brown Eyed Son". It was backed by "She Loves To Groove". They would soon change their name to Katrina and The Waves. The A side appeared on their debut album, Shock Horror! (still as The Waves). The B side was a non-LP track. The Cambridge, England new wave/power pop band was formed by ex-Soft Boys guitarist Kimberley Rew. They disbanded in 1997. 
Wikipedia: Katrina and The Waves
Official Website: katrinaandthewaves.com
Video: Katrina and The Waves - Brown Eyed Son - live - 1983 - youtube
Blogload: The Waves - Shock Horror! - and more - powerpopcriminals.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, David Sylvian released his debut solo single, "Bamboo Houses". It was backed by "Bamboo Music". It was a collaborative effort between Japan's frontman and Ryuichi Sakamoto of Yellow Magic Orchestra. They would release more collaborative singles in the future. Neither track appeared on an album.
Wikipedia: David Sylvian
Official Website: davidsylvian.com
Video: David Sylvian - Bamboo Houses - youtube
Blogload: David Sylvian - Bamboo Houses - 7 inch (both sides) - puttheneedleontherecord1-v.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Human League released their eighth single, "Love Action (I Believe In Love)". It was backed by "Hard Times". The A side appeared on their third album, Dare. The B side was a non-LP track that was added as a bonus when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #3 spot on the U.K. singles chart. At the time, the Sheffield, England band were a six-piece unit. They are still active but are a three piece band now. 
Wikipedia: The Human League
Official Website: league-online.com
Video: The Human League - Love Action - on Top Of The Pops - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Human League - Dare! - katytools.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, UB40 released their seventh single, "One In Ten". It was backed by "Present Arms In Dub". The A side appeared on their second album, Present Arms. The B side appeared on their third album, Present Arms In Dub. The single reached the #7 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Birmingham, England reggae band continues to record and perform.
Wikipedia: UB40
Official Website: ub40.co.uk
Video: UB40 - One In Ten - on Top Of The Pops - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: UB40 - Present Arms - rootsmp3.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The The released their debut single, "Controversial Subject". It was backed by "Black & White". Neither song appeared on an album. The London post punk band which is primarily Matt Johnson and whomever he brings into the studio, is still active.
Wikipedia: The The
Official Website: thethe.com
Blogload: Various Artists - Natures Mortes - Still Lives - includes "Controversial Subject" by The The - ascausasperdidas.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Secret Affair released their fourth single, "Sound Of Confusion". It was backed by "Take It Or Leave It". The A side appeared on their second album, Behind Closed Doors. The B side was a non-LP track that was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #45 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London mod revivalists disbanded in 1982 after six singles and three albums. They have recently reunited.
Wikipedia: Secret Affair
Official Website: secretaffair.info
Video: Secret Affair - Sound Of Confusion - on Top Of The Pops - 1980 - youtube
Blogload: Secret Affair - Behind Closed Doors - plan-9fromouterspace.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Roky Erickson and The Aliens released their debut single, "Creature With The Atom Brain". It was backed by "The Wind And More". The A side appeared on their self-titled debut cassette album as well as their second album, The Evil One. The B side was also on their second album. Roky Erickson had formerly been with 1960's band 13th Floor Elevators. This band was geared towards horror punk. The Austin, Texas native collaborated often with Texas punk band The Nervebreakers. Mental health issues have plagued Roky Erickson for years but he resurfaces now and then. 
Wikipedia: Roky Erickson
Official Website: rokyerickson.net
Blogload: Roky Erickson and The Aliens - I Think Of Demons (basically an expanded version of The Evil One - maxdownloads.blog.com
Rat Scabies (born Christopher Miller) of The Damned turns 52 today! 
The Damned, left to right:
Rat Scabies, Dave Vanian, Brian James and Captain Sensible
Wikipedia: The Damned
Official Website: officialdamned.com
Video: The Damned - Love Song - on Top Of The Pops - 1979 - youtube
Blogload: The Best Of The Damned - mojosgirl.blogspot.com
On this date in 1976, The Modern Lovers released their debut album, The Modern Lovers. The band consisted of Jonathan Richman, Jerry Harrison (future talking Heads), David Robinson (future The Cars) and Ernie Brooks. It contained the single, "Roadrunner" which reached the #5 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The album was actually released after this lineup had disbanded. The Boston, Massachusetts proto-punk band, later known as Jonathan Richman no longer exists but Jonathan Richman is still performing.
Wikipedia: The Modern Lovers
Blogload: The Modern Lovers - debut album - jake-and-elwood-77.blogspot.com
In July of 1973, New York Dolls released their self-titled debut album. It produced the singles, "Trash", "Personality Crisis", "Jet Boy" and "Looking For A Kiss". The New York City glam/proto punk band released two albums before disbanding in 1976. David Johansen went solo and performed as Buster Poindexter for awhile. Johnny Thunders and Jerry Nolan went on to form The Heartbreakers. Arthur Kane and Sylvain Sylvain were involved in various projects. In 2004, the three surviving members, David, Arthur and Sylvain, re-formed the band. Arthur Kane has since passed away but the other two continue on leading the revamped lineup.
Wikipedia: The New York Dolls
Official Website: nydolls.org
Blogload: New York Dolls - debut album - disorder-heartsoul.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Infa-Riot released their debut album, Still Out Of Order. It included the single, "The Winner". When re-released on CD, the single, "Kids Of The '80s", was added as a bonus. That single reached the #10 spot on the U.K. indie singles chart. The London Oi! band disbanded in 1984 after one album. 
Blogload: Infa-Riot - Still Out Of Order - bloodyrevolutions.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The B-52's released their eleventh single, "Give Me Back My Man". It was backed by "Party Out Of Bounds". The A side was released a year earlier as a single from their second album, Wild Planet, but this is a different version. The B side also originally appeared on Wild Planet. Both of this single's tracks come from their mini-album, Party Mix. The Athens, Georgia new wave quintet was reduced to a foursome after the death of Ricky Wilson but have continued on and recently released a new album. 
Wikipedia: The B-52's
Official Website: astralwerks.com/b-52s
Video: The B-52's - Give Me Back My Man - youtube
Blogload: The B-52's - Party Mix - and more - feregpontblogponthupont.blog.hu
On this date in 1981, Delta 5 released their first and only album, See The Whirl. It included the singles, "Anticipation and "Shadow". The Leeds, England post punk band originally started out as a three piece, all girl band, but they went through numerous lineup changes that were not limited to the female gender. Due to the changes in lineup and the weak album sales, the band called it quits by the time 1981 ended with five singles and one album to their credit. This lineup included Jackie Callis, sister of Jo Callis (of The Rezillos and The Human League). 
Wikipedia: Delta 5
Blogload: Delta 5 - See The Whirl - der-likedeeler.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Modettes released their fifth single, "Kray Twins". It was backed by "White Mice". The A side was a live version of a studio track that appeared on their one and only album, The Story So Far. The B side was a re-working of their first single. They were an all-female post punk band that formed in England (though guitarist Kate Korus was born in the U.S. and singer Ramona Carlier was originally from Switzerland) and lasted through the release of six singles and one album after which they disbanded in 1982.
Wikipedia: Mo-dettes
Blogload: Mo-dettes - The Story So Far - guitarwomen.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, New Order made their live debut. They were the supporting act for A Certain Ratio at Beach Club in Manchester, England. 
New Order, left to right: Gillian Gilbert, Bernard Sumner and Peter Hook.
Stephen Morris is on drums
Wikipedia: New Order
Official Website: neworder.cc
Video: New Order - Everything's Gone Green - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: New Order - Western Works Demo - September, 1980 - joydivision-neworder.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Buzzards released their fourth single, "We Make A Noise". It was backed by "Disco Romeo". The band used to be called The Leyton Buzzards but dropped the "Leyton" in order to give them broader appeal. They did not release an album but, in order to satisfy their contract, they released a compilation album called "Jellied Eels To Record Deals". It was a collection of the London punk/power pop band's previous singles, both A and B sides, and some of their Peel session recordings. Both of these single sides appeared on the album. They disbanded in 1980.
Wikipedia: Leyton Buzzards
Blogload: The Buzzards - Jellied Eels To Record Deals - dontaskmeidontknow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Wall Of Voodoo released "Mexican Radio" as a 12 inch. It was their second single. The B side was an instrumental (with some talking in the background) called "There's Nothing On This Side". The 12 inch also included a dub version of "Mexican Radio". They would also release a 7 inch version of the song around this time (with "Call Of The West" as the B side). Both "Mexican Radio" and "Call Of The West" appeared on their second album, Call Of The West (though the A side was a different version), while both extras on the 12 inch were left off. The single was re-released in 1983 and reached the #58 spot on the U.S. singles chart. The Los Angeles post-punk/new wave band disbanded in 1988.
Wikipedia: Wall Of Voodoo
Official Website: wallofvoodoo.net
Video: Wall Of Voodoo - Mexican Radio - on The Tube - 1982 - youtube
Blogload: Wall Of Voodoo - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly Americans - a compilation including the single versions of "Mexican Radio" and "There's Nothing On This Side" - noisejunkie.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Bow Wow Wow released a compilation album called I Want Candy. It included tracks from their previous albums, single-only sides and tracks from their cassette-only release, My Cassette Pet. The U.K. and U.S. versions were different. The London new wave band disbanded in 1983 but not before releasing a tremendous amount of material during their somewhat brief existence.
Wikipedia: Bow Wow Wow
Official Website: bowwowwow.org
Blogload: Bow Wow Wow - I Want Candy - and more - frisiansotherfavorites.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Einstürzende Neubauten released their first EP, Kalte Sterne. It was a double 7-inch record release which included, aside from the title track, "Aufrecht Gehen", "Ehrlicher Stein", "Pygmäen" and "Schwarz". None of the tracks appeared on a regular album. The Berlin, Germany experimental/post punk/industrial band is still recording. 
Wikipedia: Einstürzende Neubauten
Official Website: neubauten.org
Blogload: Einstürzende Neubauten - Kalte Sterne EP - w1re12xu.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Martha and The Muffins released their eighth single, "Women Around The World At Work". It was backed by "Twenty-Two In Cincinnati". The A side appeared on their third album, This Is The Ice Age. The B side was a non-LP track but was added as a bonus track to the album when it was re-released on CD. The single did not chart in the U.K. or the U.S. but did reach the #24 spot in their native Canada. The Toronto new wave band changed their name of the band to M+M in 1983 and the band died out by 1986, though they have gotten together on and off since.
Wikipedia: Martha and The Muffins
Official Website: marthaandthemuffins.com
Blogload: Martha and The Muffins - This Is The Ice Age - and more - crap-u-lence.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Bow Wow Wow released their fourth single, "Prince Of Darkness". It was backed by "Orang-outang". The 12 inch version had a different B side. It was "Sinner Sinner Sinner" which was an elongated alternate version of the A side. Both B sides appeared on their first full length vinyl album (Cassette Pet was their first LP, available only on Cassette), See Jungle! See Jungle! Go Join Your Gang Yeah! City All Over, Go Ape Crazy. The A side did not. The single reached the #58 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London new wave band formed when Leigh Gorman, Matthew Ashman and Dave Barbarossa were steered away from Adam and The Ants. Add Annabella Lwin and you have Bow Wow Wow. They were managed by ex-Sex Pistols' manager Malcolm McLaren. They disbanded in 1983.
Wikipedia: Bow Wow Wow
Official Website: bowwowwow.org
Video: Bow Wow Wow - "W.O.R.K." and "Prince Of Darkness" - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: Bow Wow Wow - Wild In The U.S.A. - a compilation - girls-do-it-better.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Payola$ released their debut album, In A Place Like This. It contained the singles, "China Boys" and "Jukebox", though both were re-recorded for the album, and "I'm Sorry (I Only Did It For The Money)". The Vancouver, Canada power pop/new wave band released three albums before disbanding in 1986. They have been touring recently.
Wikipedia: Payola$
Official Website: thepayolas.com
Blogload: Payola$ - In A Place Like This - digivinyltal.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Chelsea released their seventh single, "No Escape". It was backed by "Decide". Both tracks appeared on their second album, Alternative Hits, which was primarily a "catch up" album. The B side also appeared on their self-titled debut album. Both tracks also appeared on their U.S. album debut, No Escape. The London punk band was one of the earliest punk bands on the scene but went through some dramatic personnel changes early on that set their recordings back. The original lineup featured Gene October as the lead singer and three bandmates who would leave in a couple of weeks after forming to form another band. Those departing were Billy Idol, Tony James and John Towe. That band would be Generation X. Gene October was left to recruit a new band which he did. That new band included James Stevenson. Predictably, he would later leave to join Generation X too. Chelsea is still performing and Gene October is still there.
Wikipedia: Chelsea
Official Website: chelseapunkband.com
Blogload: Chelsea - Alternative Hits - plan-9fromouterspace.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Boomtown Rats had the #1 single in the U.K., "I Don't Like Mondays". It appeared on their album, The Fine Art Of Surfacing. 
Wikipedia: The Boomtown Rats
Official Website: boomtownrats.co.uk
Video: The Boomtown Rats - I Don't Like Mondays - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Boomtown Rats - The Fine Art Of Surfacing - ylow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Zones released their second single, "Sign Of The Times". It was backed by "Away From It All". Neither song appeared on their sole album, Under Influence. The Edinburgh, Scotland post punk band rose from the ashes of a band called Slik that was fronted by Midge Ure. Midge went on to form The Rich Kids while the remaining members formed Zones. They released four singles and an album before disbanding in 1979. Bass player Russel Webb joined The Skids and, of course, Midge Ure, after a stint in Visage, would find success fronting Ultravox.
Wikipedia: Zones
Blogload: Zones - Sign Of The Times - 7 inch (both sides) - punkvinyls.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Lene Lovich released her second single, "I Think We're Alone Now". It was backed by "Lucky Number". Both tracks appeared on her debut album, Stateless. The B side was later released as a feature track and it charted in the U..K. The new wave singer was born in Detroit, Michigan but relocated to England as a child. She still performs occasionally.
Wikipedia: Lene Lovich
A Fansite: lenelovich.com
Blogload: Lene Lovich - Stateless...Plus - stigmarestroom.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Blitzkrieg Bop released their debut single, "Let's Go". It was backed by "9 Till 5" and "Bugger Off". The Teeside, England punk band (obvious fans of The Ramones) disbanded in 1979 with three singles but no album to their credit.
Wikipedia: Blitzkrieg Bop
Unofficial Website: blitzkriegbop.info
Blogload: Blitzkrieg Bop - Let's Go - 7 inch (all three tracks) - isksp.blogspot.com
On this date in 1985, Eurythmics had the #1 single in the U.K., "There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart)". It appeared on their album, Be Yourself Tonight.
Wikipedia: Eurythmics
Official Website: eurythmics.com
Video: Eurythmics - There Must Be An Angel (Playing With My Heart) - youtube
Blogload: Eurythmics - Be Yourself Tonight - musicboxx-albena.blogspot.com
In July of 1983, Naked Eyes released their third single, "Promises, Promises". It was backed by "A Very Hard Act To Follow". This was a U.S. release. The single was not released in the U.K. until September of 1983 and it carried a different B side. Only the A side appeared on their U.S. self-titled debut album (both songs were on their U.K. debut, Burning Bridges). The single reached the #11 spot on the U.S. singles chart but only peaked at #95 in the U.K. The Bath, England new wave band broke up in 1984 after two albums. The band toured again in 2008 but without one half of the founding duo. Rob Fisher died of complications following stomach surgery in 1999.
Wikipedia: Naked Eyes
Official Website: nakedeyesmusic.com
Video: Naked Eyes - Promises, Promises- youtube
Blogload: Naked Eyes - self-titled debut album - frisiansotherfavorites.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Felt released their third single, "My Face Is On Fire". It was backed by "Trails Of Color Dissolve". Neither track appeared on a full length album but both were included on the 1984 EP, My Face Is On Fire. The Birmingham, England post-punk band split in 1989 but not before producing ten albums.
Wikipedia: Felt
Blogload: Felt - My Face Is On Fire 7 inch (both sides) - burningaquarium.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, R.E.M. released their debut single, "Radio Free Europe". It was backed by "Sitting Still". Both songs appeared on their album debut, Murmur, in 1983, but "Radio Free Europe" was a re-recorded version. The single did not chart the first time around but reached the #78 spot in the U.S. when re-released in 1983. The Athens, Georgia power pop band became a huge mainstream rock act in the mid-80's. They are still active.
Wikipedia: R.E.M.
Unofficial Website: remhq.com
Video: R.E.M. - Radio Free Europe - on David Letterman - 1983 - youtube
Blogload: R.E.M. - Murmur - estediscocambiaratuvida.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, U2 released their sixth single, "Fire". It was backed by "J. Swallow". The A side appeared on their second album, October. The B side was a non-LP track that was added as a bonus to a later CD re-release. The single reached the #35 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Dublin, Ireland new wave band, of course, became a hugely successful mainstream rock act by the mid-'80's and is still going strong.
Wikipedia: U2
Official Website: u2.com
Video: U2 - Fire - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: U2 - October - mussiqa.net
On this date in 1979, Sex Pistols (or the owners of their name) released an album called Some Product: Carri On Sex Pistols. No new music. No songs at all. It was an album filled with interviews and radio ads. Despite there being nothing to release as a single, the album reached the #6 spot on the U.K. albums chart. Of course, the band had really broken up in January of 1978 when Johnny Rotten left the band but there was still blood to be squeezed out of the name.
Wikipedia: Sex Pistols
"Official" Website: sex-pistols.net
Blogload: Some Product: Carri On Sex Pistols - xsiemprejoven06.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Spherical Objects released their debut album, Past And Parcel. There were no singles released from the album. The Manchester, England post-punk/experimental disbanded in 1981 after releasing four albums and evidently left the music business. The only news of its band members since the break up is that lead singer Steve Solamar had a gender change operation. He now answers to the name Shirley.
Wikipedia: Spherical Objects
Blogload: Spherical Objects - Past And Parcel - hungryfreaks.blogspot.com
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