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Musical punks? Polishing shite
Typical British punk fare here. It's solid, rocking stuff with some decent lyrics, but nothing that'll blow your mind. It's like an old photo. Nice to look at, but you've seen it before. Spins: 1 Playlist Additions - Fast Cars - You Tear Me Up - I Don't Mind
This was really fun. I had never listened to this band that I heard so much about. Punk fun. Will definitely revisit.
Découverte de l'artiste. Un album punk bien classique typique de la première vague. De bons morceaux entraînant et des rythmes énervés.
Sympa mais sans plus encore une fois. Vu que j’aime bien le punk il mange son 3.
dos tres trucos, suenan más chidas por lo repetitivo
Probably fresh and exciting at the time, now just generic punk band number 43. It's fine for what it is but I didn't get a lot from it.
Vähän niinkuin varhaista pop punkkia. Punkin kuuloista, mutta helposti nieltävää. Menevää ja ei oo sillein toistavaa kuin normi punk. Monipuolisia kappaleita. Parhaat: Fiction Romance, Autonomy
Good
It's punk but pretty easy on the ear. This is a high 3 for me.
Snot-vocaled, late-70s British punk that delivers in all the ways it should, but never particularly surprises me from modern perspective.
Fine. Kind of samey as it goes on (as poppier punk can sometimes be.)
This was good. Got a bit boring towards the end, but it’s good old English punk rock. Far more refreshing than some of the more modern false punk albums that are on this list, and sadly rated highly.
Надо переслушать потом
I listened to this. Simpsons: Yes
I love 70's punk but the buzzcocks always passed me by a bit, with the exception of their hits and this did nothing to change that
Fine. Niet geluisterd in de keuken.
Favorite Song: I Don't Mind
Good album from the Manchester boys
Turns out I don't mind the Buzzcocks.
Punchy punk and legendary influencer. Like most of the early genre trailblazers, can get repetitive, but certainly not due to lack of energy or charisma.
This was a strong and fun debut album from Buzzcocks! Nothing too mindblowing but an energetic and fun punk album none the less. Overall, I had a good time listening to this album and would give it another listen in the future!
I have said it before and I will say it again ... my punk bar is set at Ramones ... and everything else, is just everything else.
This was a lot of fun
This felt like they were trying to imitate the work of others, notably Pink Floyd. If that was the goal, it didn't do well. I found the vocals too bright and annoying. That vocal style works great in some music styles, but didn't work for me here. Might be worth revisiting, but this one wasn't my favorite.
Not the most appealing thing ever. Nothing terrible though. I definitely liked aspect of this album. The singing isn't great and I don't care for the lyrics. It's solid punk.
Kinda rocks, kinda all sound the same.
This was fine. Sex Pistols clone.
It took me some time to adjust to the way the singer's voice sounds, but I like a handful of the songs.
Enjoyed the guitar riffs and had this one on in the background while I was tasking. Will I listen again? No. Was it bad? No. 3/5 stars.
pretend punk. lacks the frustration and anger to be really good. It was just ok wasnt overly impressed
I thought I'd already had this. It's another of those washed up bands I've seen at cheap summer festivals. I've almost had the entire lineup of the 2018 Kubix Festival now. This band, to my knowledge, had two hits. Neither are on here, which seems to defeat the point. They were okay to have a pint to in the summer. This was okay but nothing special.
Fast, good energy fun.
First time listening to more than a one off. Really solid album.
OK, even made me want to start sniffing glue at times.
Good riffs, good playing, terrible vocals.
I was positively surprised by the lsound of this album and the grooves. The singing wasn't to my liking and why on earth did the last song stretch on for as long as it did? Solid 2,5/5 and I'll round up to 3 stars as I was expecting this to be worse than it was. Best song was I Don't Mind or Fiction Romance.
Punk again. It's all ok but it does very much have the feature of punk where it all sounds the same. It's fine, but I don't find myself very inspired to keep going. Sticks the landing at a 3 I think.
Decent. Reminds of the Clash.
It was fine.
6/10 Pretty good early punk (??). I have no strong feelings about the album, but it doesn't repel me as much as punk usually does, so that's a plus, I guess.
Normally quite a big fan of this genre, but this album just didn't hit for me.
Magazine >
Liked it, not amazing for me but an easy enough listen
Bra om ingen annan musik fanns
These punks almost have me believing that I like their kind of music.
7/10
Brit Punk, ok, bringt meinen cock nicht zum buzzen
Enjoy this era of British punk. Wanted to like this one more than I did. Still not bad.
It was ok
interesting 3 *
Didn't mind the music but found the voice annoying.
Album #53 Buzzcocks: Another Music In A Different Kitchen Potentially their best studio album, or at least their most important. The godfathers of pop-punk were really the first band to go mainstream, blending punk attitude and vocal delivery with pop structure and instrumentals. So, because of that, their debut will always be the go-to album for a list like this, since it was the most innovative. However, their first three albums are all very similar in quality, which is why my preferred Buzzcocks listening comes from their behemoth compilation album Singles Going Steady, which combines all the best tracks from their first three albums; notably including their magnum opus: Ever Fallen in Love? (With Someone You Shouldn’t Have). But a lot of the best tracks are also on Another Music in a Different Kitchen, the album is very consistent and energetic, the only song I don’t really enjoy, though a classic, is Orgasm Addict, simply due to the moaning. Best Songs: Fiction Romance, Fast Cars, What Do I Get? Worst Song: Orgasm Addict Score out of 10: 7
I mean meh...they were okay, but it felt like simple bland punk. Nothing life changing or really pushing the envelope that much.
Buzzcocks are my new favorite cardio dance band. Perfect music for doing jumping jacks, running in place, & generally jumping around the room playing air guitar. Beyond that I would probably not listen to it. The Clash is still my favorite British Punk Band.
This was fine, it felt like standard British punk fare. I thought the lyrics were pretty good and it was rockin', but overall nothing stood out as wildly different or groundbreaking.
I liked it, but nothing really stood out to me.
It’s ok
Can see their influence in other music - it's kinda fun but a bit repetitive.
Favorite Track: Autonomy
Singles Going Steady is their absolute must, but this is still fun
Good Punk Rock with great guitar work.
Cool band! I can't say I'll become a full time fan, but the songs are great, catchy and well put together!
I wanted to ding this for sounding kinda shitty in the way that all punk sounds kinda shitty...but there was more than just noise on this album. Still plenty of noise, and the vocals are bad, but better than some punk. I probably would have loved this if I were a teenager when it came out, but alas this just ends up as "it could have been worse." 2.8
Decent punk album with a few good songs to me. Nothing blew me away but I was not itching to turn the album off.
Energetic, punky, and lowkey chaotic. Vocals were good and I loved the repetitiveness of the riffs in many of the songs. Absolutely loved the basslines and that deep strong bass sound added a lot to the tracks. 6.5/10, Favorite Song: Moving away from the pulsebeat
Only got through a few songs. Not due to lack of enjoyment, but lack of time.
Again, British punk is better. Still, there are limits if you aren't the Clash, but this albums at least did some interesting things, had some good instrumentation and hooks. And I liked the sentiment of the first song hating Fast Cars. I Don't Mind and Fiction Romance were enjoyable.
i want to give this both a 3 and a 4 and i keep going back and forth. choosing one on random now.
Not a big fan but I do appreciate these guys for what they are, raw rock and roll!
Easy 3 - I like the Buzzcocks but have never been a huge fan either.
shouldn't be surprising, but the guitar tone is killer
1 of 5. +2 stars for last track
Does these mean there are two Buzzcock albums on the list?!? Punchy, aggressive melodic. Not nearly as awesome as singles going steady though
Bissle zu simpel
о старый добрый панк, одни и те же тональности, одни и те же слова)
Sure, I don't mind. Brits did punk better than anyone.
3/5
3/5
Punk qui s'écoute bien, rien de plus à dire
This is fun and I love the Buzzcocks, but this isn’t even their best album
Det flyder sammen for mig med punken. Enten så rammer den mig på dagen, og ellers gør den intet for mig.
Jeg begynder at finde den klassiske punk lidt kedelig. Ikke fordi det er vildt dårligt, men det har ofte et barnligt skær over sig.
5/10
I'm sure this is a well-loved classic among the punk cognoscenti, but I'll admit to the untrained ear this sounds a lot like the other half-dozen British early-punk-era albums in this collection. Fine, but not all that musically or lyrically interesting (to me at least), although Pete Shelley's weirdly distinctive voice and surprisingly romantic perspective (for a punk) gives it a bit of an unusual edge. "Sixteen" was a highlight, and funny to get a 7-minute-plus track ("Moving away from the pulsebeat") on a punk album.
Enjoyable though the songs seemed a little lightweight.
# Album Name: Another Music In A Different Kitchen # Artist: Buzzcocks # Rating: 3/5 # Comments: Not bad. Midrange in all honesty. I was expecting a bit more. In reality i got a few good tracks with plenty of average ones. # Top Tunes: Fiction romance / fast cars / i dont mind # Would I listen to it again? Couple of tracks
Raw early UK punk. Overall a pretty fun ride.
Again, this was alright enjoyed hit probs won’t add into the rotation
I had a couple songs I really liked. The energy was good. Not something I'll reach for but not a bad listening experience.
It’s pink.
Decent rock tunes, but the vocals are not my jam.
Fine
solid, all the tracks kinda blended together, strongest song was def the first and the last one was not good at all.
They’re relentless in driving beat and lyrics. Seems to be a very British them from a certain ilk of performer. This was a grower, thought I’d heard it all before to start but by the end I was brought into the fold
Kind of the closest thing Britain had to the Ramones, although they’re snider, shriekier, and less catchy. It falls into the large category of albums I liked fine but wouldn’t have put on the list.
12/8/25. Cool pop punk, sounds like this album influenced a lot of future bands, Green Day and Blink-182 come to mind. Cool arrangements and liked the drumming.
Slightly better than average punk.
Maybe on another day I would like this more; not today.
I liked it better than most punk I've heard. 3.5* rounding down.
I feel like on paper this should be right up my street but it didn't really grab me. Didn't know any of these tracks though. It was good, but I thought I might enjoy it more than I did. "I don't mind" is the clear standout 3.5
I liked a few songs, but really didn't like the guys screechy voice. Most songs were incredibly repetitive though or annoying. Still better than a lot of albums I've listened to though 3 ⭐️
The Buzzcocks are great and i enjoyed this without being blown away. It lacks a rawness that others of this time and genre had and also doesnt have a killer single or hook to get you onboard.
Overall Rating - 3.00/5 (6.00/10). Nothing particularly memorable on the album, but solid musicianship, and a classic punk sound.
Everything good and recognisable about Buzzcocks is contained here, even if their most famous song isn't. Definite period piece, but has aged better than most imo in no small part thanks to Martin Rushent's production.
Pas forcément le style de musique que j’aime écouter…
I mean, punk? Helt okej för att vara punk dock
This album is just a big ball of energy. Youthful punk rock at it's purest. I'm not a big punk fan by any means but found myself enjoying more of this album than I expected. Most songs didn't deviate very much from the same formula but it had some more interesting moments, including a surprising 7 minute track with "Moving Away From the Pulsebeat". I enjoyed the frantic pace of lots of the tracks here, props to the drummer and the bass player who I found shone through lots.
Typical punk
Excellent album, I don't think the vocals are strong to have held up over time, other bands have done this sound better. But certainly worthy of being considered a classic album.
Punk be punk. It's punk.
3.35 Good, but not memorable
Fun and frolicsome, without being outright, you know, filthy. Doesn’t seem now as exciting as it once must have done.
jo men gött ju
pretty fun. i wasn't super in the mood for this but i liked plenty of songs on here. i can see how they were influential. not much else to say
Great energy but somewhat typical punk.
It's fine. I'm not enraptured by these guys - I think I've been getting saturated by music that aggressively wears it's UK origin on its sleeve. I also like my punk a little less 'poppy'.
I really wanted to like this album when I first hit play. The guitars, drums, and bass came in and I thought to myself, "Wow, this might just be the punk album that makes me a convert". And then homeboy started...singing? Talking? Complaining? Comentating? Idk what to really call it. Like...I don't hate this. I really don't. I really want to enjoy it. I just don't really know what is up with the vocals here. I can't get over it for some reason.
Fast Cars is a pretty good song but after that this feels repetitive and derivative.
Buzzcocks is yet another band I've been meaning to check out for ages, but haven't gotten around to. I'm also scared to find it utterly crap and more pop than rock, lacking all that anger which I love in punk and hardcore. Glad to report it was pretty decent, very much in the Sex Pistols vein of things, but very much better played. I can hear echoes of things to come.
At times brash, at times whiney, all the time proto punk. If I heard this when I was in my late teens / early twenties I think I would have enjoyed it more. It's got that punk energy with cool guitar parts and vocals and it's set in a fun period of time where music production was starting to evolve. The back half of the album I felt droned on a bit. Really tracks 8-11 could have been one long song as it seemed like there were overlapping riffs and parts. 3/5. It's a cool little proto punk album. Not sure of it's cultural significance but I enjoyed it.
Задорный альбом, большего после первого прослушивания пока сказать не могу. 6 из 10.
Good punk rock album. 16 and Getting Away from Pulsebeat were very listenable. 6.2
2.75
Not into punk but this is what punk should sound like.
Not the best album.. not the worst album.. somewhere in the middle
Not a band I listen to in my youth. Liked their sound
Very early English punk album, this was a pretty good listen. A little lacking in the anger and edge departments when compared to someone like Minor Threat, but I can give it a pass since this was recorded in the mid-70s. Much more polished than I expected, it’s closer to pop-punk like The Offspring or Green Day than a true punk band. Overall, I liked it and wouldn’t be mad if I heard it again. I really wish there were half ratings, because it’s better than a 3 but not quite good enough for a 4, so on here I’ll give it a 3.5/5
3.5 Stars
Classic Punk album. It was a fun listen
3.5
Goodish early British punk album. Very sloppy and despite the lack of actual great songs also quite poppy. Better than The Adverts but not as good as The Sex Pistols. This one doesn’t have their main big song Ever Fallen In Love which is a bummer and it means that the Shrek 2 soundtrack is probably more essential even if the one on that is a cover version. The Buzzcocks did put out an earlier release called Spiral Scratch which I would also consider more important essential listening mainly because it’s about 25 minutes shorter.
I like the style of guitars here, the fast paced playing is fun. Though there wasn’t a lot of variance between songs, and the lyrics had a lot to be desired. Overall enjoyed
I like the Buzzcock's sure enough, but the album format isn't their strong suit. Singles (Going Steady) is surely the way to go with the Buzzcocks.
This did not do much for me to be honest. It was a bit forgettable. Also, this album cover is horrendous.
They can buzz my cock anytime
I liked the instrumentals, especially the frantic drumming. The overall vibe is quite fun, with lots of energy and some catchy riffs. I didn't much like the vocals, and none of the lyrics really stood out to me either (though I'm more of a music-first listener than a lyrics-first listener, especially for genres like this). Overall a good listen, but I wouldn't listen to any of these songs again on their own
I’m not much of a punk fan, but a huge fan of what came out of it, so always interested to hear OG punk bands. I knew these guys by rep but hadn’t listened to an album. Pretty solid and, to me, more interesting than the Pistols or Ramones. A bit more melodic, perhaps. I Don’t Mind and Autonomy are very good songs. The rest is solid
It’s a cute new wave punk album. Nothing spectacular but I enjoyed it enough
I'm not a big punk fan, the drive in the music was a bit relentless but I didn't dislike it.
This was good, fun, engaging punk. An easy and enjoyable listen and solid half an hour of good music.
Coulda been great but the singer sucks. The music is awesome though, that alone holds it up to 3 stars. It's a shame really, with a different singer this could have been a top album. - This is a lot of energy right after xx. Great intro - Oof singer lost me. Annoying and nasally. Wish he hadn't started singing. - I've decided I like punk rock when it doesn't suck. This one sucks. Punk doesn't suck when there are decent lyrics and decent singing. This isn't that. - Love the drumming. It's all over the place, swingy, kinda off beat and off-putting, but somehow holds the whole song together anyway.
This isn't a total reflection on the quality of this album, but now im in the last 200ish, I think its clear that ive gone past the point of true greatness, and ive got a lot of "okay" left. Albums that are fine, but clearly not particularly something you should hear before you die. Something like this will never get above a 3 or below a 3, it was born on 3 and will finish on 3. I think 800 days in, im struggling a little
Not my thing
This album did not do much for me. It wasn’t a bad listen but none of the songs stuck out to me. Better than the hives but still suffers from a lack of variety
Musica perfetta da ascoltare mentre studi/lavori. Miglior canzone è Moving Away From the Pulsebeat!
Tre stelle solo per l’ultimo brano che è un bel pezzo (non a caso quasi tutto instrumental). Per il resto mi piace il sound ma si devono stare zitti. Non cantate. E andrà tutto bene (quasi)
non mi è dispiaciuto
A good record but not my favorite Buzzcocks album. Certainly see the influence they had on punk and post punk music.
Very punk and raw, cool but kind of all sounds the same
++: Fast Cars, Get on Our Own, Fiction Romance, Moving Away from the Pulsebeat +: No Reply, Love Battery, Sixteen, I Don't Mind, I Need +-: You Tear Me Up, Autonomy 7,0/10
Instrumentally great, I did not get much from the lyrics.
Pretty good. I have lost my appreciation for classic punk over the years but I liked this one.
The Buzzcocks are fun, poppy punk. This album was a fun listen.
Banger alert!!! God bless the Buzzcocks, this whole album had me pumped from beginning to end while I was walking about town. The vocals were a little irritating at first but I came back around on them in the end.
Fav: Love Battery Least Fav: You Tear Me Up
Brit punk. No hate,no love either. It’s was fine and sounded like every other punk album Ive ever listened to
Good energy! Some of the lyrics were kinda funny. Nice bass
I enjoyed this, but not quite as much as I expected. Lots of driving drum and bass, chainsaw guitars, probably something that will grow on me with more listens. 3.4, I’m not quite ready to round up to 4.
Good, but I prefer the Singles Going Steady album over this.
This was fine, I never really listened to the Buzzcocks much, nothing stood out as fantastic!
Pretty good! Don't really have much to say. Kind of similar to some stuff I've listened to before, did enjoy it, but just didn't find it particularly interesting or impactful to me.
Raw Punk energy that propels you through the short punchy tracks. Different from the anger of other punk bands in this list, more accessible? Just a fun album from start to finish.
Another Music in a Different Kitchen captures the Buzzcocks’ mix of punk urgency and pop sensibility at full speed. The guitars are jagged, the tempos are brisk, and Pete Shelley’s melodic instincts keep even the rougher edges catchy. Songs like “Fast Cars” and “I Don’t Mind” show their knack for writing hooks that stick, even when delivered with punk’s stripped-down attack. It’s scrappy and energetic, with a nervous momentum running through the whole record. That said, the album can feel a little samey after a while. The sound is raw and consistent, but it doesn’t always offer enough variety to keep every track memorable. As a debut, it sets out their blueprint well witty, slightly cynical lyrics over sharp, driving punk but they would refine it further on later releases.
For me, this Buzzcocks record feels like if the Sex Pistols actually knew how to play their instruments but forgot how to write catchy songs. It's not a bad record, by which I mean, it's listenable enough. But, it didn't make much of an impression on me either; it kind of just sounds like generic Brit punk from that era (maybe they were ahead of their time? I dunno). I think I just wish there was something here that made me actively want to hear it again. 3/5
I enjoyed this a surprising amount! Punk normally isn't my cup of tea but this is great.
This was ok I guess. Not really a punk fan but I enjoyed aspects of this album. Very fast paced and not too angry, in fact joyous in parts. Will definitely listen again, oh and What do I get? Is a certified banger!
I'm well aware of The Buzzcocks in terms of their legacy around the influence on the Manchester music scene and beyond. When they hosted the **Sex Pistols** at The Free Trade Hall in Manchester on 4th June 1976, in attendance were, not only Pete Shelley and Howard Devoto, who at the time was the frontman of The Buzzcocks, but also Peter Hook and Bernard Sumner, Morrissey, Mark E. Smith, Tony Wilson, John Cooper Clarke and even Mick Hucknall. So it can be argued that without that gig, we wouldn't have had **Joy Division** (and therefore **New Order**), **The Smiths**, **The Fall**, **Television**, **Factory Records** (and therefore the likes of **The Happy Mondays** and the **A Certain Ratio**) and... ahem... **Simply Red**. Whilst we'll never know if that's strictly true, the folklore behind the gig is arguably as influential as the gig itself with all and sundry claiming to have been there! And whilst the claim is that it was the Sex Pistols that were the ones that influenced everybody, listening to this, their decut album, I certainly hear more influence of The Buzzcocks in the likes of Joy Division's gritty post punk sound than I do the pistols. And for me who's not a huge punk fan, it's those moments on this album that I enjoy the most in songs like _Autonomy_, _Moving Away from the Pulsebeat_ and my ... **Fave track:** Sixteen
just sounded like pretty generic late 70’s punk to me. nothing wrong with that, honestly.
It was fine, enjoyable enough, but probably wouldn't go out of my way to listen again. Highlights: I Don't Mind
A great album, though not one I would actively listen to again Fave songs: Sixteen, Moving away from the Pulsebeat
Shoulda been different music in another kitchen. Good stuff from the beginning.
not my kind of music and didn't make much of an impression on me. but that's kind of a compliment for british punk music tbh.
fast cars- 5 no reply- 5 you tear me up- 5 get on your own- 5 love battery- 5 sixteen- 5 i dont mind- 5 fiction romance- 5 autonomy- 5 i need- 5 moving away from the pulsebeat- 4. gave me a headache orgasm addict- 5 whatever happened to- 5 what do i get- 5 oh shit- 5
Super
Another album of which I can understand its quality, enjoy the listen now, but will never listen to again
It was punk for sure haha. Reminded me of a band I played in for a lil while which played similar sorta music haha
A hybrid mix between Punk and New Wave that was alright.
I didn't notice when the album ended, and random related songs on Spotify were playing instead.
Meh, ok
No es un disco muy memorable.
Four stars would be a top rating for me for a Punk band, and this is not too far from that. 3 stars or C+.
A solid late 70's punk rock album, I think I Don't Mind is the strongest track here, so I'll be giving it a 3.
I really really dug the instrumentals here - very ahead of its time pop punk - but man, the vocals were hard to take
I hate fast cars
Buzzcocks are one of my favorite punk/new wave acts. A very solid first offering, but Singles Going Steady will forever be untouchable.
Punk isn’t really my genre but they gave it a good go and I can’t say I disliked it really. 3 stars
Heard a different Buzzcocks album before. Honestly, I really liked it! Buzzcocks made some fun music 3/5
Good album - classic 70s sound. 7.3/10
Decent but I've heard better punk albums.
I did listen to this. It was not something I would probably listen to again, I guess? Just not my thing. Perfectly fine though!
Fine, didn’t grab me as much as Tension (2.5/5)
I’m not a fan of punk, but this was musical and interesting. The band is really tight and talented. I enjoyed it more than I thought i would. A solid 3.
Veel van hetzelfde. Niet vervelend, maar wordt wel eentonig.
Aaaa. Punk purity. Gets a three on my scale, only because I get bored with the beat.
-liked this way more than i thought i would. i wasn’t too hopeful after the first track but it quickly picked up, i love the high-energy punk sound so much -nothing really TOO groundbreaking for power-pop / punk-adjacent stuff but it was a really fun listen nonetheless -Favorites are No Reply, I Don’t Mind, and Moving Away From The Pulsebeat
Fine.
Suppose it's one of the better sounding punk albums but still not that keen 3*
it was fun.
3/5
First listen
Ok, slightly old British punk but kinda boring.
Cool
Their name is apt because this music made my c… Hahaha jk it was a very solid album.
Thoughts before listening: Nice! I like the Buzzcocks poppy British punk although I've only ever listened to Singles Going Steady. I'm excited to hear what else they were up to other than their classic tracks. Review: This is pretty good although none of the songs have the immediate catchiness of the "hits" found on Singles Going Steady. Still though it shows a band that was involved in the early British punk scene, but really set themselves apart from that scene with their focus on pop melodies. These are catchy songs that are well played and were really influential to the later pop punk bands that would come to dominate the genre. 3-stars
Late 70's frenetic punk with some hooky hooks here and there. I know the Buzzcocks have some better singles out there, though.
Haven’t listened to much Punk Rock. In the 70s and 80s all I heard on the radio were the Ramones , the Clash and limited amounts of the Sex Pistols. This album was solid. High energy, fast paced, enjoyable listening. A few songs seemed to have a bit of bluesy influence.
I feel like there are better Buzzccks albums that could be on the list.
So I really wanted to like this more than I did because of how much I love Ever Fallen In Love, I Believe, and a couple others. Some of the highlights from this album for me were Fast Cars, I need, Orgasm Addict, Whatever Happened to...? I think this is a grower album for me because I like it the more I hear it which I find kinda strange since this is such a straightforward album, what you hear is what you get. Right now though I'm feeling a 3/5 on this. Definitely makes sense to have this band on the list given how many bands took up after them, but this isn't my favorite record from this period.
I liked this one. It's not anything special, but Buzzcocks have amassed a big enough good will with me from their amazing compilation Singles Going Steady, that I at least would always get some enjoyment out of this. Key tracks: Fiction Romance
Orgasm Addict What Do I Get?
Extremely okay, easy 3
Classic punk not my thing
A band hailing from the sacred origin: Manchester, late 70s. Considering the historical context, this is pretty good; but unfortunately, the Buzzcocks were more punk than post-punk... not terrible by any stretch, just slightly off the sweet spot...
Pretty solid for early punk. I can see why this made the list.
The Buzzcocks were a Punk band that I could take or leave. I saw them in 1990 and was still of the same mind. Haven't gone out of my way to listen to them in 35 years. But does that mean it's rubbish? No, it's very good in places. In fact the last 4 or 5 songs were excellent.
This is a good early punk album, but not nearly on the level of the Clash. Worth a listen to see what a slightly poppier, less political approach was. Once again would like the half star to give it 3.5.
I really was not in the mood for this kind of music when I listened so I feel bad punishing them for it but it was just too much.
Good early British punk but for my mind others do it better.
Such a shame that this didn't live up to my high expectations! It's decent enough, on the line of punk and post-punk, but it's fairly one-note and there's not the kind of light and shade that the best of the genre gives you. They get some little extra points for being top lads.
Stands up okay enough.
Robust, tight punk rock. It sounds like they're having fun, which isn't always true of punk bands; I'm not picking up on a lot of anger here. The rhythm section really holds it down and pumps it up. It's a strong debut studio album, but it also kind of washed right over me. This just usually isn't a type of music I choose to listen to for like, recreation. Still, there are definitely some standout tracks I'll revisit (like Fast Cars, Fiction Romance, and Orgasm Addict).
A classic Punk offering from British band the Buzzcocks here. While it doesn't stand out compared to other punk bands at the time, there is something whole about the album. It's personality, artwork, sound, and production just make sense together
3-4
Yeah, I couldnt tell the songs apart. Just one stream of similar noise. Good noise, mind, just wish there was more variation to it.
The music is fine with all the usual punk rock ingredients. The vocals are a bit off though - this kind of punk energy needs more attack - more aggressive, more gritty and more snarly whereas the delivery on this sounds limp (to these ears).
Ok they did better
I understand that this is an important album, but it doesn't totally connect with me.
i understand that it was in the exorcist but it doesnt need to be 25 minutes long
Musically, this sounds just like 1978 should: punk blending into new wave. I really, really like the sound. Unfortunately, there are lyrics. And someone sings those lyrics. And that drags the experience down. Way down. Because really, the band sounded fantastic otherwise.
This is excellent punk music that also feels like it would be the perfect soundtrack for a movie that can't afford more well known/established punk rock. The quality is there, but the lyrics and even sound of the lead singer seem like they're not quite ready for prime time.
3 maybe 4
Bueno
forgettable punk
Sounded good if you like punk rock.
Canción destacada: Autonomy
pretty good, like the sound
pretty good
Despite hating fast cars, the opening track is kinda the energetic equivalent of driving a really fast car. The drum patterns and fills specifically are really impressive for punk music, whoever the drummer is, he’s shredding! “Get On Our Own” has a really funny vocal holler on the chorus that was a highlight for me. The lyrics of “Sixteen” give me an uneasy feeling, which sucks because the composition is so cool and unique. There’s a handful of moments peppered throughout the record that make sure you’re paying attention. Worth your time / 5.
A couple of really big classic tracks
While many punk bands leaned into chaos and confrontation, Buzzcocks were masters of economy - delivering tight, hook-filled songs that are just as angsty as they are catchy. An album that perfectly bridges the raw power of punk with the infectious hooks of pop.
Very solid punk, but nothing to really write home about.
Not my favorite thing. But the whole love/hate punk rock thing on this app is weird.
Good ol' fashioned punk by a band I'm already familiar with
Decent punk rock, though we weren't overwhelmed with excitement. Probably would deliberately seek out Buzzcocks, but don't mind when they play.
Is it just me or are there like, at least 200 albums on this list that all sound identical to this?
I always think to myself that the earlier punk rock is simply not for me because a lot of the time it bores me since there isn't more to the aggression or the sound even if I do like the ethos. The buzzcocks got the poppier sound going for them and I do like some of the sings more than I'd think I would but it's not something I'd be coming back to any time soon, still it has some relatable songs and catchy tunes that I think someone more into this kinda thing would love.
3.7/5 can grow into a 4 if i get used to the first 4-5 tracks. as i’ve noticed with this project, i’m not a fan of most punk music. but this album feels more towards the rock punk genre and i have to say, i quite enjoy the second half of the album. the first four songs isn’t quite hitting me, but after love battery i’m really starting to enjoy it. the outro in sixteen is really cool. fiction romance is COOL, and the transition to autonomy is amazing. autonomy is my fave song from the album, but the last track moving away from the pulsebeat is a close contender. the drum beat absolutely slaps in that song!
Solid English punk
I liked this to some degree, some good riffs. In the end though nothing grabbed me enough for a save or a revisit.
Excellent riffs, solid rhythm and an oh so eva’ British sound. I enjoyed it but didn’t necessarily stand out or wow me. 3.25
La primera mitad es un punk bien básico y choto pero la segunda levanta y tiene una búsqueda más profunda y levantó lindo. Tiene un tema que es la base de 'Buenas Noticias' de Los Redondos.
3.5
I like most music, but Punk ist just not my thing. This was Punk I can tolerate. But honestly every song sounds the same
A few surprises on here... There's some songs that go past 2.30, that's a surprise! Although they are usually filled up with guitar intro fillers or a repeating outro. Stick with the quick punky blasts. Top stuff.
It's punk. I'm surprised to say it's a little more melodic than usual and the guitar work in places is pretty good, but it's still got it's root in that punk rock sound. Buzzcocks sound a little more fun and joyful than your typical angry punk band. I'm not the biggest fan of the vocals either. 'Fiction Romance' and 'Moving Away From The Pulsebeat' are the best tracks here. The former has a great, driving, headbanging guitar and the latter sounds a little less punk and is on the verge of being almost heavy metal. I can't give it more than three stars. Decent album but there are others I've already reviewed that I'd much rather listen to than this.
i like the music. do not like the voice that would be more at home announcing the names of clowns at the rodeo
It's Britpunk
More British punk, like this list doesn't have enough
Enjoyed it.
Picture an average British punk album. You can probably hear it pretty clearly in your head, right down to the terrible singing. That's the Buzzcocks, with the exception of a short stretch in the middle of the record which had some really good and more varied songs. Favorites: Fiction Romance, Autonomy, Moving Away From the Pulsebeat
Итс окэй. Лучшая песня - I Don't Mind.
Fast Cars!
This album took me back when I was 15-16 because that's when I got into classic punk, and I definitely was obsessed with the Buzzcocks. So, because of that I'll give it 3 stars. XOXO Maggie
the song will be called “goober” and the lyrics will be goober every day goober now my way goober goober you’re such a bloody goober
Fast Cars: I hate fast cars. Preach brother. They are so depressing, going around and around. Sixteen: Bra driv.
I thought this album was a ton of fun
Ok
Another fun and energetic but not especially memorable punk album. It’s much more frenetic than their big single Ever Fallen In Love (which came out on their second album only 6 months later) but nothing really sticks in your mind like that one does. It gets a bit more interesting towards the end when things get a bit darker, but otherwise it sounds like a lot of other punk albums from the same time
pretty straightforward punk, no complaints here
Raw at times but with enough melody through it to keep it engaging.
It was okay. Just kinda average early punk that didn't do much for me.
Decent punk sound. Didn’t seem to do anything to novel
December 27, 2024 HL: “Sixteen”, “Autonomy”, “I Need” Another Music in a Different Kitchen by the Buzzcocks is the 61st punk album so far
My instinct when seeing that a Buzzcocks albums was generated was to think, “I only know Ever Fallen In Love (With Someone You Shouldn’t’ve).” But then I started wondering if they’d be one of those bands that you don’t realise that you actually know quite a few tracks of. Well, not this time. I didn’t recognise anything here. It’s all somewhat in the same vain, and I didn’t mind it, but it didn’t really captivate me of keep me wanting more. I had it on while driving and it didn’t make me want to turn it off, but equally didn’t make me want to turn it up either. It’s fine.
Boppy, fun, but not really me.
Fast and fun, like Buzzcocks are wont to be.
Think I wanted to like it more than I actually did. Fast Cars and I Don't Mind the pick of the bunch.
Borderline 3; 2.8 rounded up. A little bump for punk cred.
Hrmm, late 70's Punk. Sounds exactly as expected. Not bad, just not much grabbing me.
热血日漫了
A nice, quite poppy punk album. Sounds a bit like Ramones (short songs, the vibe) but not quite as good. Pleasant but I miss a bit of rawness.
Some pretty good gutter punk to start the first half of the album off. By "Fiction Romance" the cocks tighten it up and the 2nd half is better, more refined punk. Punk can sometimes be too repetitive and amateur sounding but this was a good snapshot of the early days in the genre and I was in for the whole thing. Less political and ill-tempered compared to other punk acts like the Sex Pistols...a good debut...2.7.
Another treat from the early brit pop genre. I'm always impressed when a group of 20-somethings can throw something simple like this together that manages to so effectively hit the mark. Another Music In A Different Kitchen is pretty solid 35 minute album. A handful of fun, varied pop punk songs with limited low points. This album holds up really well and seems to be ahead of its time as it feels like something that could have been released in the late 90's/early 2000's (or even more recently even) and still made a splash. I'll admit that I enjoyed my listen. Great selection by 1001, might have to check out some of the other Buzzcocks hits. 3.58 stars
I’m never sure what to do with the Buzzcocks. They’re not BAD, but they’re so generic and don’t really do enough to set themselves apart from the standard punk band. It’s like they were made in a lab to be fine.
Yes another punk album. It's ok, nice harmonies in some songs. Enjoyed some more than I expected (autonomy, i don't mind). 3*
Mediocre.
I don't know how I feel about this album, but plus one on top of whatever I end up rating it because of the band name 3/5
Favorite Track: Fast Cars
buncha punks
The buzzcocks are very influential in regards to punk and commonly considered the first real "pop punk" band. This album specifically is more straightforward punk, not too catchy but still light enough to make the distinction understandable. I like my punk, especially from this era, with a lot more give (and if it's "pop punk" it needs more power pop lean to it for me to fully appreciate) but it isn't half bad. No huge duds but no standouts either. Solid all around, if not a bit forgettable. 6/10
Decent punk music
Scuzzy, sharp and electric! Riffs galore, shouty, sneery lyrics! Awesome!
Its alright!
Alright
I get it for the time. I like the influence d bands better.
Sounds like they are having fun, although the lyrics can be a bit repetitive.
Fun punk album, not as catchy as singles going steady
Nice punk but it really comes and goes fast. Great songs but not really memorable and very little diversity.
good punk album. the instrumentals were better than I expect from a punk album