Reviews (page 4 of 8)
nope
Not into punk but this is what punk should sound like.
This is sort of the reverse (or maybe inverse?) of The Hives situation. With the Hives, only a British writer would put Your New Favourite Band (note the spelling), a very good compilation of album tracks, over Veni Vidi Vicious, a great album. With Buzzcocks, only a Brit would put Another Music in a Different Kitchen, a great album, in over Singles Going Steady, a superlative compilation of non-album singles. The saving grace, in this case, is that even if both Buzzcocks releases were in this list, I would probably still be giving AMIADK a 5, because they were that fucking good at their peak.
Not for me
Lovely but but of rock and roll.
Not the best album.. not the worst album.. somewhere in the middle
Rocking album. Had never heard of these guys before.
The Buzzcocks are one of my favourite punk bands. Musically it’s more interesting than most punk and I love Pete Shelley’s voice. This record also has a ton of great hooks. I Don’t Mind sounds like it could have been written by The Who.
Not a band I listen to in my youth. Liked their sound
This record goes. I like.
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
Real good album. I love me some Buzzcocks, though I don't think I've ever listened to an album of theirs start to finish. But now I want more. 4/5
Fun album that I didn't know. I had a good time with this one, for sure. 3.75/5
4.3 понравилось не все есть минусы но это крутой альбом
Classic Punk album. It was a fun listen
Punk: lots of energy; good songs (or talent) - not so much. 2/5
Knew a few Buzzcocks songs before listening to the album, but not many. Really enjoyed this album and can hear how many bands I grew up listening to that formed in the late 80s/early 90s were clearly influenced by this record. Selected "Get On Our Own" and "Autonomy" for the playlist.
3.5
3.5
3.5
This album is somewhat the missing link between postpunk and pop punk . And I think that's what I like about this album. I don't think all of it works 100% but overall I really love the general feeling of the album and can see myself returning to it from time to time. (8.1) ★★★★
Don't like his voice, but quite cool for its genre. Low 4
I really enjoyed this album. The Buzzcocks really pioneered the idea of pop punk, and every song on this album is super catchy with cool punky guitar riffs. Pete Shelley was the man. Highlights for me are "Fast Cars", "Love Battery", "Sixteen", "I Don't Mind", and "Autonomy". 4.5 stars.
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
Feels a bit different to punk in the traditional fashion with the vocals and the sound of the album. It still has the fast riffs and kind of pulsating drums punk usually has but it sounds more fun in a way rather than aggressive and angry. The vocalist also makes it sound a but posh sometimes which culminates in a differing punk album to something like the clash or Ramones. I enjoyed quite a bit though and I thought the way the drums and distorted guitar riffs came together like a marching band almost was great, definitely a good, somewhat ahead of its time punk album (felt a bit 80’s in some ways). Favourites: Fast cars, get out on our own, I don’t mind, fiction romance and autonomy. Overall, 7/10.
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.
7.8/10 surprised how much i liked this album. definitely not my typical genre, but i loved another album of theirs, so maybe i shouldn’t be so surprised. they have such a unique sound to me, in vocals and in lyrics. always a fun time. loved this
They can buzz my cock anytime
No destacan entre las bandas punk. lejos de the Clash o the Jam
And I thought only had one or maybe 2 songs worth listening to. Aparently I was wrong.
Enjoyed the instruments but did not really like the vocals or lyrics Standout songs: Love Battery Autonomy
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
Good
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.
All I knew about the Buzzcocks before I heard this was the song What Do I Get? Presumably from a car commercial 20 years ago. I think that may have been all I needed to know. Punk is a pretty overrated genre there I said it.
Very good, most of the tracks would stand out on any other album. Will keep coming back to listent tho this for sure 4/5
Definitely 70s punk sound.
Solid punk/post punk album. Makes me wish I could skateboard, would be a solid soundtrack for that. Sound-wise, not a lot of variation track over track
This was good, fun, engaging punk. An easy and enjoyable listen and solid half an hour of good music.
Fairly straightforward brit-pop/punk. Some decent songs and driving beats help keep my attention, but a lot of the riffs sound almost identical between songs, and I found the vocals particularly unpalatable. Shorter runtime is a plus, but nothing overly worth coming back to. Top tracks: No Reply, Autonomy
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 album was all over the place. Would never listen top to bottom again, but a few great songs just save it. The good the bad and the ugly probably balance out. Fav Track: Autonomy 4.9/10
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
new wave
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
Overall: 7/10 Pretty good album from the early stages of punk. There's a ton of energy and the album feels relatively fun and positive. The vocals are kind of hit or miss for me, but it's a great voice for this type of music. The songs can get a bit repetitive but it's punk so that's not entirely a bad thing. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants to know where a lot of their favourite bands got their sound. Fav Song: Moving Away from the Pulsebeat
Musica perfetta da ascoltare mentre studi/lavori. Miglior canzone è Moving Away From the Pulsebeat!
forse ascoltare tutte le canzoni dell’album di fila è un po’ pesante, però i singoli pezzi sono top ☄️☄️ canzone preferita credo: get on our own non so per quale collegamento mentale l’album mi ha fatto pensare a the end of the fucking world
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)
Un classico album punk rock. Energico, veloce e autentico, in un Inghilterra in cui il punk come movimento stava esplodendo. Approvato
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.
Interesting punk music. Did feel a bit like the same song a number of times over though.
That’s good punk!
Love it
Buzzin’
A really good album, I liked Fast Cars, I Don't Mind and Fiction Romance the most.
Not for me
Very punk and raw, cool but kind of all sounds the same
Oh here comes more late 70s punk... great
Not my cup of tea zeg maar...
Yet another "just fine" album
This album is straight-up 70s punk, no question about it. Fifteen songs in 44 minutes, and not a second wasted. It’s fast, raw, and carries that restless energy that defined the era. The Buzzcocks keep everything tight and punchy, with just enough melody tucked into the chaos to make the tracks memorable. It’s not as polished as later punk-inspired albums, but that’s part of its charm. You can feel the urgency and attitude in every riff and shout. It might not reach the iconic status of Never Mind the Bollocks, but it holds its own as a pure punk statement. Loud, scrappy, and over before you even know it, which is exactly how it should be. Favorite song: Orgasm Addict
++: 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
Fast Cars - 4/5 No Reply - 4/5 You Tear Me Up - 3/5 Get on Our Own - 5/5 Love Battery - 5/5 Sixteen - 2/5 I Don't Mind - 5/5 Fiction Romance - 4/5 Autonomy - 5/5 I Need - 5/5 Moving Away From the Pulsebeat - 4/5 Average score: 4.2/5
This album makes me feel like I'm moshing in someones basement in the best way possible
I complain about bad weeks where I get 2-3 instrumental albums, but man, this has been a really good week for discovering music. Mercury Dev, Vauxhall and I, the Undertones second album and now the Buzzcocks. I am excited now but I know there are more instrumental and electronica dance records around the corner. I had never been exposed to the Buzzcocks and their music, but I have heard Another Music in a Different Kitchen is not their best album. This book tends to lean towards putting an influential band's first album in the book, so I probably should not be shocked. I got some Cheap Trick vibes from their sound, which I am not sure I expected. I really enjoyed the mix of punk and power-pop that is part of their sound. The Buzzcocks sound like the Sex Pistols fronting Television. I found both of those bands through this project. I'll have to remember this as I listen to a 2-hour trance album next week.
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.
Favorite tracks: Get On Our Own, I Don't Mind Love the energy of 70s punk, but listening to recordings always falls a bit flat. I'm sure seeing these guys at a show would have been killer!
I do the love Buzzcocks. This is a little rougher than their later stuff yet so perfect as power pop
The Buzzcocks are fun, poppy punk. This album was a fun listen.
if god is real, please PLEASE put this review above some old fuck complaining about how they don’t understand punk music
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.
Fun early punk
Sweet
Fav: Love Battery Least Fav: You Tear Me Up
It's hard to believe this was 1978. Such an 80s punk sound, must've been one of the OG's. Perfect for a Friday afternoon of work.
I wanted to shit on this because it’s another UK band and I’m sick of those but this was surprisingly awesome. Loud, fast, rocking. Everything I love
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
Drivel
Classic. I like Pete’s voice
This actually makes punk rock sound good, which is a very hard thing to do
Got a jolt of excitement when one of the Singles Going Steady tracks kicked in. Not as consistently good as that but still an enjoyable listen.
First wave punkrock. Lands good at this airport.
I still don’t know if they are pink or post punk. What I do know is this album was probably the dividing line. Still sounds so fresh today
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!
Not intolerable but by no mean good
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.
HAHAHAHA.... YES... YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
making me move but the album isn’t unique
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!
This one had some good songs, but as an album I can't say it was good
WOW. I hate this. It feels like they are speeding up the record faster and faster as the album continues and his voice gets shriller and shriller. Yeah I get that's the point of punk. I still hate this so much.
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.
Not really my thing, brah
Didn’t do it for me…
So far, a few songs in and it's pretty boilerplate brittish punk rock. The rest of the album didn't stand out either. This is like the 5th punk album the author has recommended that wasn't good, haha. I like punk, or at least I thought I did.
The Buzzcooks
Perfectly cooked
Cool and fun. This is a Punk masterpiece in under 45 mins.
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
I've heard of Buzzcocks before, but I've never listened to them. With a few exceptions, I haven't really been that big of a fan of most of the late seventies punk albums that I've reviewed. I consider myself a fan of late seventies post-punk, but for some reason, albums like this tend to miss the mark with me. I don't have high expectations for Buzzcocks, but I'm going to keep an open mind as I dive into this one. Unfortunately, my prediction about this album held true, and I didn't care for it too much. The guitar playing on "Fast Cars" was nice, and it gave me home hope for the rest of the album, but I thought "No Reply" and "You Tear Me Up" were pretty boring, and neither one of those songs offered anything unique or interesting to my ears. I liked the energy of those first three songs, but that was about it. I enjoyed the guitar solo on "Get on Our Own," but other than that, I didn't find anything particularly noteworthy about it. The rest of the first side of the album plodded along for me, but things did pick up a bit once I got to the second side. The backing vocals on "I Don't Mind" mixed things up again, and the guitar work felt a bit more varied than what was on the first side of the album. "Autonomy" had some of my favorite guitar playing on the album, and the bass line was really good too. The drumming on "Moving Away from the Pulsebeat" was really good, and I liked the screeching guitar playing that was utilized. Even though those few songs on the second side stood out to me, most of my enjoyment of them came from them breaking up the monotony of the rest of the album. I didn't think there was anything special about Buzzcocks' approach to punk, and this album really didn't do much for me. When it comes to seventies punk, I think I'll stick to the Clash.
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.
this was a fun, energetic, and cool album! way better than some less engaging early punk like the stooges or germs. though knowing london calling is coming out the following year, this kinda looks like the unpolished first draft of what punk will become. also the 7+ minute final track is weird and bad?? not sure how that ended up here or why it feels so different than the rest of the album. maybe it's because i can't think of a single other 7 minute punk song, because that is just a Wrong Thing. the rest of the album is still cool though, fuck da h8rs. favorites: fast cars, you tear me up, love battery, sixteen, i don't mind
Another Music in a Different Kitchen – Buzzcocks (1978) | Punk Rock | Avg: 3.8/10 | Favorite Song: “I Don’t Mind” So this one really didn’t do much for me. Another Music in a Different Kitchen feels like a band trying to ride the punk wave without really carving out a compelling voice of their own. “I Don’t Mind” was the one track that stood out, and even that felt more solid than standout. The rest of the album landed in the 3–4 range for me—just a lot of similar-sounding, punchy tracks that blur together without much payoff. The energy is there, but it’s not paired with memorable writing or hooks. What hurts the most is how repetitive it all gets. You can feel the urgency, but after a few songs, it becomes hard to tell one track from the next. I get that punk thrives on simplicity, but here it feels more like monotony. The pacing lacks dynamic shifts, and vocally it never really breaks out of that flat, almost mechanical delivery. For a debut, it might have made some noise back in the scene, but from a critical lens today, it just doesn’t hold up. This one’s more historical footnote than essential listening.
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
This is tough to rate. It's a really solid album. I was tempted to give it only three stars, but I found myself enjoying it more as it went on. The closing track lifts it to four stars through its novelty, and because it chugs along so very nicely all the way through.
Super
Great album
Pretty good.
Very sex pistols.
Another album of which I can understand its quality, enjoy the listen now, but will never listen to again
nevermind the buzzcocks
Ich mag keinen schlecht gespielten Punk.
Weird 1970s vibes
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.
A perfectly serviceable foray into punk, bursting with energy making for a fun listen. It is a distinctive brand of instrumental aggression that is engaging but perhaps not enough to stand out from talented peers
Gawwwwd.
very much enjoyed, albeit having very similar sounding tracks i still quite liked the listen through
This album was not interesting to me. The songs sounded similar throughout the album. There was a lot of guitar but not in an interesting way, and the vocals weren't pulling me in either. Nothing to be upset about here, but nothing to be excited about. 5/10
Delightful. I was literally shitting myself when this was released. Because I was a baby. Speaking of diapers, the band’s Singles Going Steady might be the more deserving release (which is hopefully also on this list).
Buzzcocks are great and so is this. Yay!
Pretty run of the mill
I didn't notice when the album ended, and random related songs on Spotify were playing instead.
All I’ve ever heard from the band is Ever Fallen In Love (With Someone You Shouldn’t’ve) and to be honest I always thought they had just been a one hit wonder. I really enjoyed this one, on the first listen it took a couple of songs to get into it but second time around I liked pretty much everything on it. In saying that while I liked everything it needed a couple more stand out songs to get full marks. Top Track - I Don’t Mind
Meh, ok
Maybe punk is not my thing. One one of the songs really grabbed me. I will say I was surprised by the musical virtuosity. My expectations were way below how well they played.
No es un disco muy memorable.
Everytime I get into a song it ends. I know it was normal then but a 2 min track just isn’t enough anymore. I actually loved it though
Blisteringly fast first half and slower more groovy second - and ending with a hidden track and Shepard Tone?!
Great last two song ending
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+.
I was hoping this would have one of the two songs of theirs I really like, Ever Fallen in Love or What Do I Get. Not that the songs here are bad, I quite like this type of music. Even the singer's annoying voice doesn't annoy me too much. It's just missing that one big punch. I will listen to it again though. I can see it growing on me more.
No suenan del todo mal pero no es mi género
Good fun pop punk.
Perfect! Punk as it is!
Prototypical pop punk
Decent music
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.
This was great. Punk is best when its raw but fun, imo. Will return to this one for sure.
I fear that the Brit rock isn't for me
More dumb, fun punk? I’ll take it, thanks.
Delightfully immature.
sure
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
This is hella good punk. I was sick today when I listened to it and the snarl made me happy for a bit.
Buzzcocks are one of my favorite punk/new wave acts. A very solid first offering, but Singles Going Steady will forever be untouchable.
Ive never been into punk and this album did nothing to change my opinion.
Thoroughly enjoyable. Worked well at the gym.
Not my bag
I listened to that entire album and genuinely can't remember a single track I listened to.
Rash, rushed but absolutely fantastic. Aggressive but not overpowering
Punk isn’t really my genre but they gave it a good go and I can’t say I disliked it really. 3 stars
Would have been an incredible mosh pit
Heard a different Buzzcocks album before. Honestly, I really liked it! Buzzcocks made some fun music 3/5
Sooo many bangers but had never listened to this start to finish.
Good album - classic 70s sound. 7.3/10
Decent but I've heard better punk albums.
Absolutely brilliant. Fun and enjoyable, punk as it's supposed to be. I love it!
There's punk and punk. No doubt this was an important band at the time. At the time I didn't get anything from this band
I did listen to this. It was not something I would probably listen to again, I guess? Just not my thing. Perfectly fine though!
Nope. Just not my thing.
2/10…brit. punk-rock
Fine, didn’t grab me as much as Tension (2.5/5)
Ist okay, haut mich nicht um, aber in seiner Zeit bestimmt legendär
The album opens up with an anti car message. It's great.
Mmmm, I like the rawness and anger in it, but then not sure how special it is. Bonus points for an anti-car song.
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.
not my style
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.
british punk 🤢 just terrible
-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.
Fine
Didn't really click with me.
My kind of music. Fantastic album. Fast cars is a banger.
BUZZCOCKS
Great stuff. No notes.
I liked this album quite a bit, but nothing really stands out. It is missing the songs that hook you that the Clash had or the overt "Fuck You!" attitude of the Sex Pistols to take it to the next level. The Buzzcocks are definitely an influential group, this is a good album, and this is some great 70's punk music.
Punk, quick, dirty, no surprises here
An all round good punk listen. Nice short songs which make the album very fast paced. I can’t really say anything bad about it honestly. Good album, would recommend.
Grupo esencial, su disco Singles Going Steady es imprescindible. Están al nivel de los Clash o Jam, menos reconocidos pero igualmente muy influyentes. Ya sin Devoto , tomó el mando Shelley y de ahí hacia la eternidad. De este mismo año es Love Bites que incluye su famosa Ever Fallen in Love (With Someone You Shouldn't've). Aquí destacan I don´t mind, con el punto justo de melodía y fuerza, al estilo de otros ilustres como los Undertones. Punkies como eran , no incluían sencillos en sus discos, así que se quedaron fuera cosas como Orgasm Addict o What Do I Get?, que luego entrarían en reediciones en CD.
Cool
Their name is apt because this music made my c… Hahaha jk it was a very solid album.
Very impressed with this record. Tight, melodic and fun punk, favorite tracks are probably sixteen and autonomy.
One of my favorites of the Brit punk bands, I'll take them over the Sex Pistols any day. Raw, hooky, and energetic...no need for coffee listening to this
Great record. These guys are like the sex pistols if the sex pistols were less political, more horny (love battery, goddamn), and way more musically talented. Punchy, surprising guitar riffs and phenomenal drums
Wasn’t expecting anything of this - dismissed them as a two-hit-wonder by wow. What an album!
Precursor to all your favorite 90s grunge which hits hard.
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.
Pretty rough at first, but once the beat takes over, it's all good. 3.5/5
8/10 Straight forward old school punk and I have nothing bad to say about it. 5-1-2025
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.
Original punk rock can be tough to get through decades later. At times this felt more like a buzzkill than the buzzcocks
Love the buzzcocks
Buzzcocks were the joyful in their punk and were probably the most fun of the big punk names
Ehrlich, geradlinig, ohne Schnickschnack - vieles richtig gemacht!
God, this album is so close to getting me absolutely enthralled with Buzzcocks. Almost the entirety of the A-side, in my opinion, is a great mix of punk and a proper energy that doesn't get repetitive. Oddly, the riffs remind me of post-hardcore and the feeling that gives me, so I really thought from the beginning up to the start of the B-side that I would love this album, but while it is still superb, the final four tracks leave a fair bit to be desired. They slow the pace down, but don't make up for it melodically, even though the faster paced tracks were able to have some great hooks, and it is a bit disappointing. Fiction Romance is solid but doesn't stick the landing, and Autonomy is RIGHT THERE, but also falls flat. The rest of the album is so good, but I was a bit burnt by it, and so it dropped a couple notches for me. However, this is still one of the best pop punk albums I've ever heard, and I know something here will grab be upon re-listen to the point where I could see myself really liking it. For now, it's just good, and y'know what? That's okay.
liam is this power pop or just punk? anyway i liked it. it got me going. revved me up as i drove at full speed through the easter traffic in front of st stephen's (all crossing guards are bastards). i felt like it was pretty much the same sound throughout which kind of lost me, but that's not unusual for 70s punk and overall it's very tight and a good listen. another band that was likely better live. may do again louder. 4/20
I get why this is like the holy scripture for every punk band in the 90s. All it’s missing is stronger, more distorted vocals and this is just every Tony Hawk Pro Skater soundtrack band. The production is phenomenal for a 70s punk release, shout out Martin Rushent. I love it, I think it’s pretty perfect. The only things that would make it stronger either didn’t exist mechanically or stylistically yet. I also aced while listening to this so +1.
Decent punk rock. There are better bands out there. Strong 2
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.
This is straight up Skate Punk. Like, I'm pretty sure the Buzzcocks could headline Warped Tour. This isn't an insult, honestly, this album kinda rules. It's snotty, bratty, and feels like some kind of proto-pop-punk that's somehow simultaneously 20 and 50 years ahead of its time. Unfortunately, it doesn't quite hit where I want it to give it a 5, but goddamn I'd never heard of the Buzzcocks before and now my mind is blown by them. I wish I could put a bonus mark on albums that I just want to demarcate as representative of why I'm doing this project, because this is definitely one of them.
I can't imagine what a bore you'd have to be to give this one star. Stick to the eagles mate. 3.5 stars
Me encanta
Can’t say i was familiar with Buzzcocks but after doing some research I definitely should have been, these guys are influential as hell to punk, which is a genre that influenced a lot of music I like today. While I do deeply appreciate what they inspired I’m here to talk about the album, which is surprisingly enjoyable despite the “scratchy” vocals and kind of basic lyrics. It has a raw and unique sort of sound which works in its favor very nicely as a whole. Also, I just wanted to throw this in, the guitarist was fantastic I really liked what they provided to this. Favorite Tracks: Fiction Romance, No Reply, and Moving Away From The Pulseboat.
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?
Liked this one quite a bit! Nice mix of punk and rock, I listened thru twice easily. 4/5
Not really for me, too punky for my taste
War okay. Ich habe die Lyrics aber nie verstanden und irgendwann nervte es.
Extremely okay, easy 3
Classic punk not my thing
Ah this takes me back to 2014
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.
This is pure original PUNK ROCK from the late 70's. It is a thing of its time. The major songs from this era have the nostalgia factor. unfortunately that does not include these. Not my preferred Listening material, though it deserves its place in history. 2
I got everything I might expect from a buzzcocks album. It’s ok.
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.
Medium punk.
Solid British love punk. I don’t think I’ve heard anything but the greatest hits of the buzzcocks but I enjoyed it. I Don’t Mind is an excellent song and gets this to a 4.
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
Didn’t vibe with this 2/5
The Buzzcocks are urgent and catchy — a sharp attack from when pop punk meant something else. Tighter, artier, and driven by a nervous energy racing to new territories. Another Music in a Different Kitchen is more proof that kinetic and angsty music can still be well-crafted.
a pretty ok album
Another punk album. Ok
This is really good. Its simple but just so catchy with a good sound. Offers decent variety with a bass solo, the longer closer with even a drum one. I think I will be returning to this and its rating should go up
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).
Brilliant stuff
Ok they did better
Always loved the energetic fun and fresh sound, always raises my spirits.
Good
I only knew of Ever Fallen In Love by the Buzzcocks, never listened to any of their other stuff. This was good punky upbeat fun, enjoyed it a lot!
Day446 - i’m really getting a punk music education and this is good stuff
I understand that this is an important album, but it doesn't totally connect with me.
Not quite Hard Core Punk to me but definite edge to it.
i understand that it was in the exorcist but it doesnt need to be 25 minutes long
their album a year later is 10x better than this one.
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
This is the 72nd album I’m rating. I don’t really know what this is but that name is pretty cool. Adding to my Playlist - Nothing. Not Adding to my Playlist - Fast Cars, No Reply, You Tear Me Up, Get On Our Own, Love Battery, Sixteen, I Don’t Mind, Fiction Romance, Autonomy, I Need, and Moving Away from the Pulsebeat. All in all I liked 0/11 songs. This sounded like the Minutemen and I hate the Minutemen.
It starts interesting. But then becomes really repetitive. I have the album "singles going steady" and I like that one much better than this one. With this kind of music, I always have problems with the "raw factor": like out of tune guitars, the ocasional drummer not keeping time but most of all, I really can't stand the vocals. I know punk is all about the feeling, vibes and lyrics but I have a big trouble enjoying the vocals on every band like this. To each their own I guess.
This is punk and I mostly did not like it. Only took away one song from it. Just so repetitive and nothing that interesting happening. Same formula over and over, gets tedious.
Bueno
Punk that isn’t as aggressive and in your face. Rough genre to rate.
forgettable punk
Brilliant bouncy bop. Punk at its most musical.
Love cocks. Nothing better than an angsty cocks. Some people say cocks are to loud and rambunctious but to hell with them. We call those people cocksblockers. Always willing to ingest some cocks. 8/10
Sounded good if you like punk rock.
mi ha causato un meltdown pubblico
A nice way to blow off the cobwebs on a monday morning :) It was exactly what I was hoping, and sounded more modern than I expected too? I wouldn't say life changingly must-listen, but good!
Canción destacada: Autonomy
Can’t deny their energy, but after three songs it all kind of blurs together. 2.5/5
2.5
pretty good, like the sound
Not my style
Interesting songs that push power chord driven tunes to interesting places
pretty good
Nice powerful rock - like it!
SINGLES BAND
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