Name: Murder By Guitar 1976 - 1980 - The Complete Studio Recordings
Brand: Crime

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

SV050

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Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2014-08-13

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Forte

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

857176003508

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Crime

Genre GB

New Wave / Post Punk

Label GB

Superior Viaduct

Crime formed in 1976 in San Francisco, California. Ricky James (Drums), Frankie Fix (Gtr/Vox), Ron The Ripper Greco (Bass) & Johnny Strike (Gtr/Vox) may well hold the dubious honour of being the first US Punk group to release an independent record, the self-financed "Hot Wire My Heart/Baby You're So Repulsive".

With their raw and energetic sound, Crime quickly became pioneers of the punk movement. Their self-financed debut single, "Hot Wire My Heart/Baby You're So Repulsive," marked a significant milestone in American punk history.

Inspired by bands like Electric Eels, The Weirdos, and The Gizmos, Crime's music was characterized by aggressive guitar riffs and rebellious lyrics. They paved the way for future punk acts with their DIY approach and independent spirit.

Superior Viaduct is an archival label based out of San Francisco. With a focus on reissuing rare and overlooked gems from the past, they bring lost classics back to life for music lovers around the world.
Since their founding, Superior Viaduct has become known for their meticulous attention to detail in every release. From sourcing the best available master tapes to creating high-quality vinyl pressings, they ensure that each album sounds as good as it did when it was first recorded.
With a diverse catalog spanning genres such as punk, post-punk, experimental, jazz, and more, Superior Viaduct offers something for every music enthusiast. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your vinyl journey, you can trust Superior Viaduct to deliver exceptional releases that will enhance your listening experience.

San Francisco's first and only rock n' roll band, Crime loomed over the entire Mabuhay Gardens scene with their blistering 1976 single Hot Wire My Heart. Crime's loose, damaged rock n' roll was as immediate as it was controversial. They were Punk by any definition, yet shunned the label with a guttersnipe sneer. Their meticulously cultivated aesthetic of S&amp;M graphics and police uniforms produced some of the era's most indelible imagery. One of their finest moves was playing in the San Quentin prison yard. Formed by guitarists / vocalists Johnny Strike and Frankie Fix, Crime enlisted bassist Ron The Ripper and drummers Ricky 'Tractor' Williams (later of The Sleepers), Brittley Black, and Hank Rank. Joey D'Kaye later joined on keyboards and bass duties. For the first time, this LP release collects the sick energy of Crime's three singles along with nine previously unreleased studio recordings from 1976 to 1980. The visceral churn and unwieldy leads on tracks like Frustration and Piss On Your Dog make Murder By Guitar the definitive statement from this prescient American underground band.

Murder By Guitar 1976 - 1980 - The Complete Studio Recordings

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