Teenage Depression

by Eddie and the Hot Rods

Teenage Depression cover art

Cited as a crucial link between the UK's pub rock and burgeoning punk scenes, 'Teenage Depression' channels hard-hitting R&B with a raw, punkish attitude. The production from Ed Hollis and Vic Maile captures the band's frantic energy, propelled by Barrie Masters' aggressive vocals and a mix of Dave Higgs' originals with high-speed covers of tracks by The Who and Sam Cooke. This synthesis of youthful frustration with reverent rock-and-roll roots solidified the album as a foundational proto-punk statement.

Genres

  • Pub Rock
  • Punk Rock

Tracklist

  1. Get Across To You
  2. Why Can't It Be?
  3. Show Me
  4. All I Need Is Money
  5. Double Checkin' Woman
  6. The Kids Are Alright - Live At The Marquee
  7. Teenage Depression
  8. Horseplay (Wearier Of The Schmaltz)
  9. Been So Long - Live At The Marquee
  10. Shake
  11. On The Run