Spiral Scratch
by Buzzcocks
- Type: EP
- Released: 29 January 1977
- Label: New Hormones
- Country: United Kingdom
- Length: 10:12
- Community rating: 3.98/5 from 3 ratings
Artists on this release: Howard Devoto, Martin Zero, John Maher, Steve Diggle
Album Notes & Community Reviews
As one of the very first independent punk records released in the United Kingdom, this self-financed project was instrumental in establishing the DIY ethos of the genre. Featuring original vocalist Howard Devoto, the four tracks present a stripped-down, nervous energy that significantly pre-dates their later, more polished pop-punk successes. The iconic song 'Boredom' perfectly encapsulates the restless apathy of the era.
Genres
Descriptors: melodic, lo-fi, fast, high-energy, DIY
Tracklist
- Breakdown (1:58)
- Time's Up (3:04)
- Boredom (2:54)
- Friends Of Mine (2:14)
Credits
- Buzzcocks - primary artist
- Steve Diggle - bass
- John Maher - drums
- Pete Shelley - guitar [starway], written-by
- Howard Devoto - vocals, written-by