On this date in 1981, Dome released their third album, Dome 3. The London post punk band consisted of Graham Lewis and Bruce Gilbert, both of Wire. They released four albums between 1980 and 1984 without releasing a single. The side project ended when Wire re-formed in 1985.
Wikipedia: Dome
Blogload: Dome - Dome 3 - bigfatsatanist.blogspot.com
The Post Punk Progressive Pop Party
On this date in 1981, Virgin Prunes released their third 7-inch record. They called the record, A New Form Of Beauty 1. First, the contents. It was a seven inch single that included three tracks; "Sandpaper Lullaby", "Sleep" and "Fantasy Dreams". The "A New Form Of Beauty" series was designed to be a series of releases, numbered accordingly. An album, A New Form Of Beauty Parts 1-4, was released as a double album which included all three of the songs on the first part plus the other three parts of the series. Virgin Prunes was a Dublin, Ireland goth band whose members were childhood friends of Bono and The Edge from U2. In fact, their guitarist was Dik Evans, brother of U2's Dave "The Edge" Evans. They disbanded in 1986, sort of. When Gavin Friday left in 1986, the remainder of the band carried on as The Prunes for a few more years.
Wikipedia: The Virgin Prunes
Official Website: virginprunes.com
Blogload: Virgin Prunes - A New Form Of Beauty - Parts 1-4 - thethingonthedoorstep.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Exploited released their fourth single, "Dead Cities". It was backed by "Hitler's In The Charts Again" and "Class War". None of the tracks appeared on a regular studio album. The single reached the #4 spot on the U.K. indie singles chart and the #31 spot on the overall U.K. singles chart. The Edinburgh, Scotland band was one of the U.K.'s original Oi! bands. They are still together but moved towards thrash by the late '80's.
Wikipedia: The Exploited
Official Website: the-exploited.net
Video: The Exploited - Dead Cities - on Top Of The Pops - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Exploited - The Singles - blogofleastresistance.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Tom Tom Club released their self-titled debut album. It included the singles, "Wordy Rappinghood" (#7 U.K.) and "Genius Of Love" (#31 U.S., #65 U.K.). The band was formed as a side project by Talking Heads' members Tina Weymouth and Chris Frantz. The New York City new wave husband and wife duo continue on today, long after Talking Heads' demise.
Wikipedia: Tom Tom Club
Official Website: tomtomclub.net
Blogload: Tom Tom Club - debut album - the-80s-on-adhd.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Athletico Spizz 80 released their seventh single (collectively under all of their various band names), "Central Park". It was backed by another version of "Central Park". The A side appeared on their second album, Spikey Dream Flowers (which was released under the name, The Spizzles). The West Midlands, England punk/new wave band had been around since 1978 and changed their name almost annually. During their career, they were known as Athletico Spizz 80, Spizzenergi, Spizzoil, The Spizzles, Spizzsexual, Spizzorbit and Spizzorwell and Spizzenergi:2. The English punk/new wave band effectively disbanded in 1982 but has gotten together on and off since then and has recorded.
Wikipedia: Spizzenergi
Official Website: spizzenergi.com
Blogload: The Spizzles - Spikey Dream Flowers - punkvinyls.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Wall Of Voodoo released their self-titled debut EP. The six songs included were "Longarm", "The Passenger", "Can't Make Love", "Struggle", "Ring Of Fire" and "Granma's House". This was their first release of any kind. None of the songs were released as singles nor were any of the tracks included on any of their full-length albums. The Los Angeles post-punk/new wave band disbanded in 1988.
Wikipedia: Wall Of Voodoo
Official Website: wallofvoodoo.net
Blogload: Wall Of Voodoo - self titled debut EP - mutant-sounds.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Cockney Rejects released their second album, Greatest Hits Volume II. It was a followup up to their debut, Greatest Hits Volume I and a precursor to their next album, Greatest Hits Volume III. Of course, none were actually greatest hits albums, just wishful thinking, perhaps. Or sarcasm. It contained the singles, "We Can Do Anything" and "The Greatest Cockney Ripoff". The London punk/Oi! band is still going strong.
Wikipedia: Cockney Rejects
Official Website: cockneyrejects.eu
Blogload: Cockney Rejects - Greatest Hots Vol. II - diabolicchainsawattack.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, X Ray Spex released their debut single, "Oh Bondage Up Yours!". It was backed by "I Am A Cliche". Neither track appeared on their debut album, Germ Free Adolescents, but both were added as bonus tracks when the album was re-released on CD. The London punk band disbanded in 1979 after one album. Jak Airport and BP Hurding formed Classix Nouveaux and Poly Styrene went solo before becoming a Hare Krishna. Lora Logic was an original member at 16 years old but left after their first single to finish school. She went on to form Essential Logic. Lora Logic eventually became a Hare Krishna too. The group re-formed and released a new album in 1995 with Logic and Styrene in the band. It didn't last long.
Wikipedia: X-Ray Spex
Official Website: x-rayspex.com
Video: X-Ray Spex - Oh Bondage Up Yours! - youtube
Blogload: X-Ray Spex - Germ Free Adolescents - musicfoxhole.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, The Jolt released their debut single, "You're Cold". It was backed by "All I Can Do". The B side appeared on their self-titled debut album. The A side did not but it was added when the album was re-released on CD. The Jolt was one of the bands at the forefront of the mod movement like their label mates The Jam. The Glasgow, Scotland band broke up in 1979 after one album.
Wikipedia: The Jolt
Blogload: The Jolt - debut album -mod64.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Tom Robinson Band released their debut single, "2-4-6-8 Motorway". It was backed by "I Shall Be Released". Neither track appeared on their debut album, Power In The Darkness, but both were eventually added as bonus tracks when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #5 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London punk/power pop band disbanded after two albums. Tom Robinson founded Sector 27 after the break-up. The band has re-formed for some reunion shows. Drummer Dolphin Taylor later joined Stiff Little Fingers.
Wikipedia: Tom Robinson Band
Official Website: tomrobinson.com
Video: Tom Robinson Band - 2-4-6-8 Motorway - youtube
Blogload: Tom Robinson Band - Power In The Darkness - zerogsound.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Beat released their third and final album, Special Beat Service. It contained the singles, "Jeanette" (#45 U.K.), "Save It For Later" (#47 U.K.) and "I Confess" (#54 U.K.). The album reached the #21 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The Birmingham, England ska band broke up in 1983 after three albums. Dave Wakeling and Ranking Roger formed General Public. Andy Cox and David Steele formed Fine Young Cannibals. The Beat was known as The English Beat in the U.S.
Wikipedia: The Beat
Official Website: thebeatofficial.com
Blogload: The Beat - Special Beat Service - der-likedeeler.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Fall released their sixth studio album, Room To Live. It was subtitled Undilutable Slang Truth! The album included one single, "Marquis Cha-Cha". The Manchester, England post-punk band still records and performs but it has had just one constant member, frontman Mark E. Smith. They have had 27 studio albums and numerous live albums released to date.
Wikipedia: The Fall
"Official" Website: visi.com/fall
Blogload: The Fall - Room To Live - abc-afterglow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Throbbing Gristle released their fourth studio album, Greatest Hits (Entertainment Through Pain). It contained the singles, "Subhuman" and "Adrenalin". The album was part compilation of previously released material and part introduction to new material. The band was never commercially successful so the term "greatest hits" was ironic. The London post punk/experimental band was, however, extremely influential and are credited as being one of the founders of industrial music. They released a tremendous number of live albums over the course of their career and a few studio albums as well. They lasted until 1981. Genesis P-Orridge and Peter Christopherson formed Psychic TV. Throbbing Gristle re-formed in 2004 and have been somewhat active.
Wikipedia: Throbbing Gristle
Official Website: throbbing-gristle.com
Blogload: Throbbing Gristle - Greatest Hits (Entertainment Through Pain) - crawlingmantra.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Any Trouble released their third single, "Girls Are Always Right". It was backed by "The Name Of The Game". The A side appeared on their debut album, Where Are All The Nice Girls? The B side did not. The Manchester, England new wave/power pop band broke up in 1984 after five albums. They recorded for Stiff Records. They re-formed in 2007.
Wikipedia: Any Trouble
Official Website: anytrouble.co.uk
Blogload: Any Trouble - Where Are All The Nice Girls? - powerpopoverdose.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Dangerous Girls released their third 7-inch record, a single fronted by "Man In The Glass". It was backed by "MO75". The Worcester, England punk/power pop band was not an all-girl band. In fact, there were no females in the band at all. They lasted four 7-inch records before calling it a day in 1981 without an album.
Blogload: Dangerous Girls - Man In The Glass - 7 inch (both sides) - satanknowswhatyoudid.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Demons released their debut single, "Action By Example". It was backed by "Wish I Woz A Dog". They had formerly been known as Demon Preached and one single and one limited edition EP. The London punk band had more changes in personnel than actual releases. Nick Wade was their frontman, later to be known as Nik Fiend when he formed Alien Sex Fiend. Max Splodge (later of Splodgenessabounds) was a member at one time. They disbanded in 1980. 
Blogload: The Demons - Action By Example - 7 inch (both sides) - isksp.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Ruts released their debut album, The Crack. It contained the singles, "Babylon's Burning", "Something That I Said" and "Jah War". The London punk/post punk band lasted two albums (the second, a semi-compilation) before the overdose death of singer Malcolm Owen. They tried to carry on under a new name, Ruts DC, with very limited success. They disbanded in 1983.
Wikipedia: The Ruts
Myspace: myspace.com/therutsofficialpage
Blogload: The Ruts - The Crack - 277clash.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, The Dead Boys released their second single, "Tell Me". It was backed by demo versions of "Not Anymore" and "Ain't Nothin' To Do", both of which had different versions on their debut album, Young, Loud And Snotty. The A side appeared on their second album, We Have Come For Your Children. The punk band, who originated in Cleveland and rose from the ashes of Rocket From The Tombs, made a name for themselves in New York and were signed after several appearances at CBGB's. They disbanded in 1979 after two albums but reunited to record a live album a few months later before saying goodbye again. A few years after the band broke up, lead singer Stiv Bators launched The Lords Of The New Church. 
Wikipedia: The Dead Boys
Blogload: The Dead Boys - We Have Come For Your Children - abc-afterglow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, The Nips released their second single, "All The Time In The World". It was backed by "Private Eyes". They had been called The Nipple Erectors originally but radio wouldn't touch the name so they shortened it. The London punk band released four singles before disbanding in 1980. They were led by Shane McGowan (later, of The Pogues) though he was known as Shane O'Hooligan at the time. They have played some reunion gigs recently.
Wikipedia: Nipple Erectors
A Fansite: pages.cs.wisc.edu/~mroman
Blogload: The Nips - Bops, Babes, Booze & Bovver - taringa.net
On this date in 1978, Talking Heads released their sixth single, "Take Me To The River". In the U.K., it was backed by "Found A Job". In the U.S., it was backed by "Thank You For Sending Me An Angel". All three tracks appeared on their second album, More Songs About Buildings And Food. The single reached the #26 spot on the U.S. singles chart. The New York City new wave band, who were regulars at CBGB's, disbanded in 1992. David Byrne has expressed no desire for a reunion.
Wikipedia: Talking Heads
Official Website: talking-heads.net
Video: Talking Heads - Take Me To The River - live - 1980 - youtube
Blogload: Talking Heads - More Songs About Buildings And Food - nobrasil.org
On this date in 1978, The Boomtown Rats released their fifth single, "Rat Trap". It was backed by "So Strange". The A side appeared on their second album, A Tonic For The Troops. The B side was not but was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. The single went all the way to the #1 spot on the U.K. singles chart. It was the first #1 U.K. single for any Irish band. The Dublin, Ireland punk/new wave band disbanded in 1986 after six albums.
Wikipedia: The Boomtown Rats
Official Website: boomtownrats.co.uk
Blogload: The Boomtown Rats - A Tonic For The Troops - drunksongs.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, The Tights released their second single, "Howard Hughes". It was backed by "China's Eternal". The Worcester, England punk band disbanded in 1979 after just two singles. They re-formed in 2004.
Wikipedia: The Tights
Official Website: thetights.com
Video: The Tights - Howard Hughes- 7 inch (both sides) - asfm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, 999 released their second album, Separates. It contained the singles, "Feelin' Alright With The Crew" and "Homicide" (#40 U.K.). The London punk band originally broke up in 1982 but, after a few years off, re-formed. They are still active and still fronted by Nick Cash.
Wikipedia: 999
Official Website: nineninenine.net
Blogload: 999 - Separates - luisan77.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Tom Robinson released his second single, "Now Martin's Gone". It was backed by "King Kong Elvis" and two live tracks, "Tango An Der Wand" and "Cold Harbour Lane". The A side appeared on his first solo studio album, North By Northwest. The other tracks did not. The London musician started off as the frontman for the Tom Robinson Band and then Sector 27 before settling on just plain Tom Robinson. He is still active and has done some reunion shows with The Tom Robinson band.
Wikipedia: Tom Robinson
Official Website: tomrobinson.com
Blogload: Tom Robinson North By Northwest - isksp.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, A.P.B. released their fourth single, "Rainy Day". It was backed by "From You & Back To You". The A side appeared on their 1985 debut full-length album, Something To Believe In. The B side did not but it was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. The Aberdeenshire, Scotland post punk/new wave band released a string of singles through 1986 and performed through 1988 but, while not officially disbanding, were quiet after that. They have recently released new material and are performing.
Wikipedia: APB
Official Website: apbtheband.com
Video: A.P.B. - Rainy Day - live - 1986 - youtube
Blogload: APB - Something To Believe In - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Piranhas released their fifth single, "Zambezi". It was backed by "Who Needs You" and "Darabukkus". None of the tracks appeared on an album. In fact, this was almost the end for the band. The single did reach the #17 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Brighton, England ska/punk band disbanded in 1982 after one album and several singles.
Wikipedia: The Piranhas
Blogload: The Piranhas - Zambezi - 7 inch (all three tracks) - and more - toneandwave.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Partisans released their debut single, "Police Story". It was backed by "Killing Machine". Neither track appeared on their self-titled debut album (released in 1983) though both tracks were added when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #5 spot on the U.K. indie singles chart. They released this single when the band members were only 16 years old. The Bridgend, Wales punk band disbanded in 1984 after a few singles, an EP and two albums, but re-formed a few years ago.
Wikipedia: The Partisans
Official Website: thepartisans.org
Blogload: The Partisans - Police Story - 7 inch (both sides) - pdamage.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Police had the #1 single in the U.K., "Don't Stand So Close To Me". It appeared on their Zenyatta Mondatta album.
Wikipedia: The Police
Official Website: thepolice.com
Video: The Police - Don't Stand So Close To Me - youtube
Blogload: The Police - Zenyatta Mondatta - openyourarmsandwelcome.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Lene Lovich released her fifth single, "Bird Song". The song appeared on her second album, Flex. The B side was a non-LP track called "Trixi". This was added to Flex as a bonus track when it was re-released on CD. The 12 inch version had a third track, "Too Tender (To Touch)" which was from her debut album, Stateless. 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
Video: Lene Lovich - Bird Song - youtube
Blogload: Lene Lovich - Flex - deicida69.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Undertones released their fifth single, "You've Got My Number (Why Don't You Use It!)". It was backed by "Let's Talk About Girls". Neither track appeared on an album, but both were added to their second album, Hypnotised, as bonus tracks. The single reached the #32 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Derry, Northern Ireland punk/post-punk band disbanded in 1983. Frontman Feargal Sharkey went solo and Sean and Damian O'Neill formed That Petrol Emotion. The Undertones re-formed in 1999 without Feargal.
Wikipedia: The Undertones
Official Website: theundertones.com
Video: The Undertones - You've Got My Number (Why Don't You Use It!) - on TV - 1979 - youtube
Blogload: The Undertones - Hypnotised - nao-morra-sem-ouvir.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Buzzcocks released their ninth single, "You Say You Don't Love Me". It was backed by "Raison D'etre". Both songs appeared on their third album, A Different Kind Of Tension. This was the first time since their debut single that one of their singles did not chart in the U.K. Their debut was "Orgasm Addict" and that did not chart because the title and subject matter kind of kept it off the radio. The Manchester, England punk band disbanded in 1981 but reunited in 1989 for a reunion tour. Shortly thereafter, Shelley and Diggle regrouped to start the Buzzcocks again with new band members and they continue to play today.
Wikipedia: Buzzcocks
Official Website: buzzcocks.com
Blogload: Buzzcocks - A Different Kind Of Tension - plan-9fromouterspace.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Metal Urbain released their third single, "Hysterie Connective". It was backed by "Atlantis". The A side appeared on their debut album, Les Hommes Morts Sont Dangereux. The B side did not. Another version of the single had "Pop Poubelle" as the B side, a track which also appeared on their debut album. The Paris, France punk band released one album and three singles before disbanding in 1980 plus a single under their English language identity, Metal Boys. They re-formed in 2006 and have recorded and released new material.
Wikipedia: Metal Urbain
Blogload: Metal Urbain - Anarchy In Paris - a compilation - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, John Dowie released his debut EP, Another Close Shave. It contained the songs, "British Tourist (I Hate The Dutch)", "Naked Noolies In The Moonlight", "I Don't Want To Be Your Amputee", "Mew Wave", "Jim Callaghan" and "Time Warp". The Birmingham, England musician/comedian later recorded for Factory Records but his catalogue is not extensive. None of these tracks appeared on an album.
Wikipedia: John Dowie
Official Website: johndowie.co.uk
Blogload: John Dowie - Another Close Shave - iwsbm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1976, The Saints re-released their debut single, "(I'm) Stranded". It was backed by "No Time". Both tracks appeared on their debut album, (I'm) Stranded. The single had been released in very limited quantities in August, 1976. The Brisbane, Australia punk/post punk band has continued on despite the fact that Chris Bailey is the only original member left and has been since 1979. Founder Ed Kuepper, who left to form Laughing Clowns in 1979, has done shows with The Saints in the last few years. 
Wikipedia: The Saints
Myspace: myspace.com/saintsmusic
Video: The Saints - (I'm) Stranded - youtube
Blogload: The Saints - (I'm) Stranded - the-roadhouse-viander.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, UB40 released their fourth album, UB44. It contained the single, "So Here I Am" (#25 U.K.) plus remixed versions of their singles, "Love Is All Is Alright" (#29 U.K.) and "I Won't Close My Eyes" (#32 U.K.). The album reached the #4 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The Birmingham, England reggae band continues to record and perform.
Wikipedia: UB40
Official Website: ub40.co.uk
Blogload: UB40 - UB44 - fullalbumsu-v.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Depeche Mode released their sixth single, "Leave In Silence". The B side was an "Excerpt From: My Secret Garden". Both the A side and the full B side appeared on their second album, A Broken Frame. The single reached the #18 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Essex, England new wave band still records and performs but they are a trio since Alan Wilder left the band in 1995. Surprisingly, the band has never had a #1 single in the U.K. or the U.S. 
Wikipedia: Depeche Mode
Official Website: depechemode.com
Blogload: Depeche Mode - A Broken Frame - and more - alternativa-downloads.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Specials released their second album, More Specials. It contained the singles, "Stereotype" (#6 U.K.) and "Do Nothing" (#4 U.K.). The U.S. version of the album also included "Rat Race" (#5 U.K.). The album reached the #5 spot on the U.K. albums chart and the #98 spot on the U.S. albums chart. The Coventry, England ska band listed their name as Special A.K.A. for some records, a practice that they sometimes employed even before the departure of Terry Hall, Lynval Golding and Neville Staples (to form Fun Boy Three in 1981). They re-formed last year and did some touring. Jerry Dammers did not join them.
Wikipedia: The Specials
Official Website: thespecials.com
Blogload: The Specials - More Specials - retrolb.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Police released their second album, Reggatta de Blanc. It contained the singles, "Message In A Bottle" (#1 U.K., #74 U.S.), "The Bed's Too Big Without You", "Bring On The Night" and "Walking On The Moon" (#1 U.K.). The album reached the #1 spot on the U.K. albums chart and the #25 spot on the U.S. albums chart. The London new wave band disbanded in 1984. They have been touring together the last couple of years.
Wikipedia: The Police
Official Website: thepolice.com
Blogload: The Police - Reggatta de Blanc - plan-9fromouterspace.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Blondie released their fourth album, Eat To The Beat, in the U.K. It contained the singles, "Dreaming" (U.K. #2, U.S. #27), "Union City Blue" (U.K. #13), "Atomic" (U,K, #1, U.S. #39) and "The Hardest Part" (U.S. #84). The album peaked at the #17 spot on the U.S. albums chart but went all the way to #1 in the U.K. The New York City punk/new wave band disbanded in 1982. They re-formed in 1998 and continue to perform and record.
Wikipedia: Blondie
Official Website: blondie.net
Blogload: Blondie - Eat To The Beat - sepbandkito.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Squire released their second single, "Walking Down The King's Road". It was backed by "It's A Mod, Mod World". Neither track appeared on their only album while intact, Get Smart. The Woking, England mod revivalists came from the same town as The Jam. They disbanded in 1985 with several singles but just one album to their credit.
Blogload: Squire - Big Smashes - a compilation - abc-afterglow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Static Routines released their debut single, "Rock N Roll Clones". It was backed by "Sheet Music". The Belfast, Northern Ireland punk/pop band never released anything else. 
Blogload: Static Routines - Rock N Roll Clones -7 inch (both sides) - shortsharpkickintheteeth.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, The Edge released their debut single, "Macho Man". It was backed by "I'm Cold". Neither track appeared on their debut album, Square 1. The London power pop band was formed by Lu Edmunds and Jon Moss, both formerly, if briefly, with The Damned. Jon Moss would go to become Culture Club's drummer. They disbanded in 1980 with four singles and one album. 
Blogload: The Edge - Macho Man -7 inch (both sides) - asfm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Spherical Objects released their debut single, The Kill. It was backed by "The Knot". Neither track appeared on an 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: Various Artists - Object Music - includes both sides of Spherical Objects' 7-inch single, "The Kill" - cdlandia2.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Fire Engines released their U.S. debut album, a compilation called Aufgeladen Und Bereit Fur Action Und Spass. It included tracks from their debut U.K. album, Lubricate Your Living Room and some non-LP single tracks. The post-punk band from Edinburgh, Scotland disbanded in 1981 after three singles and just one album.
Wikipedia: Fire Engines
Blogload: Fire Engines - Aufgeladen Und Bereit Fur Action Und Spass - plaka-plaka.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Go-Go's had the #1 album in the U.S., Beauty And The Beat.
Wikipedia: Go-Go's
Official Website: gogos.com
Video: Go-Go's - We Got The Beat (from Beauty And The Beat) - on Old Grey Whistle Test - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: Go-Go's - Beauty And The Beat - takethepills.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Madness released their second album, Absolutely. It contained the singles, "Baggy Trousers" (#3 U.K.), "Embarrassment" (#4 U.K.) and "The Return of The Los Palmas 7" (#7 U.K.). The album reached the #2 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The London ska band called it quits in 1986 but re-formed in 1992 and is still intact.
Wikipedia: Madness
Official Website: madness.co.uk
Blogload: Madness - The Business - a compilation - 2tone-lifeinmonochrome.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Police released their third album, Zenyatta Mondatta. It resulted in two singles, "Don't Stand So Close To Me" (#1 U.K., #10 U.S.) and "De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da" (#5 U.K., #10 U.S.). The album reached the #1 spot on the U.K. albums chart and reached the #5 spot on the U.S. albums chart. The London new wave band disbanded in 1984. They have been touring together the last couple of years.
Wikipedia: The Police
Official Website: thepolice.com
Blogload: The Police - Zenyatta Mondatta - openyourarmsandwelcome.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Back To Zero released their one and only single, "Your Side Of Heaven". It was backed by "Back To Back". The London mod revivalists often played with other mod bands of the time on the same bill like The Chords and Secret Affair, but never received the same label support.
Blogload: Various Artists - On Target: 20 Direct Hits From The Mod Revival - includes "Your Side Of Heaven" by Back To Zero - mrtsongs.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, 999 released their seventh single, "Found Out Too Late". It was backed by "Lie, Lie, Lie". Neither track originally appeared on an album but both were added to their fourth studio album, The Biggest Prize In Sport when it was re-released on CD. The London punk band originally broke up in 1982 but, after a few years off, re-formed. They are still active and still fronted by Nick Cash.
Wikipedia: 999
Official Website: nineninenine.net
Blogload: 999 - Found Out Too Late - 7 inch (both sides) - punkrock77powerpopnewwaveblog.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Rowdies released their debut single, "She's No Angel". It was backed by "Had Me A Real Good Time". The London punk/power pop band included Live Wire fanzine journalist Alan Anger and two members of The Boys, Honest John Plain and Jack Black. This was their only single. They never performed live. The Boys, as a full group, recorded a version of "She's No Angel" too but it wasn't released until it was included on the re-release of their second album, Alternative Chartbusters.
Blogload: The Boys - Alternative Chartbusters - abc-afterglow.blogspot.com
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