The Misfits - Monster Mash
In 1997, the horror punk group The Misfits released a music video of them covering "Monster Mash" live. They also released a studio version as a single in 1999, and recorded a separate version for their 2003 album Project 1950 (see below).
Wikipedia: Monster Mash
Yeah, so we're slackers...
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I haven't seen this great band in a long long time.
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Wikipedia: Toy Dolls
Blogload: Toy Dolls - Dig That Groove Baby (1983) - botellofono.blogspot.com
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Here's some compilation goodies for you on this lazy Sunday morning.
Blogloads: Do It Yourself by Old Fart at Play - bitemefanboy.wordpress.com
Blogloads on that site:
- DIY 1: Anarchy in the UK – UK Punk I (1976-77)
- DIY 2: The Modern World – UK Punk II (1977-78)
- DIY 3: Teenage Kicks – UK Pop I (1976-79)
- DIY 4: Starry Eyes – UK Pop II (1978-79)
- DIY 5: Blank Generation – The New York Scene (1975-78)
- DIY 6: We’re Desperate – The L.A. Scene (1976-79)
- DIY 7: Come Out and Play – American Power Pop I (1975-78)
- DIY 8: Shake It Up! – American Power Pop II (1978-80)
- DIY 9: Mass. Ave. – The Boston Scene (1975-83)
On this date in 1978, The Jam released their sixth U.K. single, "Down In The Tube Station At Midnight". The B sides were "So Sad About Us" and "The Night". The A side appeared on their third album, All Mod Cons. The B sides were non-LP tracks but were added on as bonus tracks when the deluxe edition of the album was released on CD. The single reached the #15 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Woking, England punk/mod revivalist band have not played together since disbanding in 1982 though Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler have toured together as The Jam since. Paul Weller is the holdout.
Wikipedia: The Jam
Official Website: thejamfan.net
Video: The Jam - Down In The Tubestation At Midnight - on Top Of The Pops - 1978 - youtube
Blogload: The Jam - All Mod Cons - futureisunwrittenmusic.blogspot.com
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Brendan Mullen, founder of The Masque, died in Los Angeles today of a stroke. The Masque, located in Hollywood, California, was one of the few clubs actively promoting the early Los Angeles punk rock scene. It existed from 1977 to 1979. X, The Mau Mau's, The Avengers, The Germs, The Dils, The Dickies, The Zeros, The Bags and countless others played there.
Rest in peace, Brendan, and thanks for your important contribution to the California punk rock scene!
Wikipedia: Brendan Mullen
Wikipedia: The Masque
Video: The Avengers - We Are The One - live at The Masque - 1978 - youtube
Blogload: Various Artists - Live At The Masque - eggcityradio.com
On this date in 1982, The Gymslips released their debut single, "48 Crash". It was backed by "Miss Nunsweeta". The A side appeared on their debut album, Rocking With The Renees. The B side did not but was added when the album was re-released on CD. The all-girl power pop band from London released one album and a few singles before disbanding in 1983.
Blogload:* The Gymslips - Rocking With The Renees
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On this date in 1982, Joe Crow released his debut solo single, "Compulsion". It was backed by "Absent Friends". The Birmingham, England punk/post punk guitarist was a former member of The Prefects and The Nightingales.
Blogload: Joe Crow - Compulsion - 7 inch (both sides) - ilovetotaldestruction.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Infa-Riot released their debut single, "Kids Of The 80's". It was backed by "Still Out Of Order". The B side appeared on their debut album, Still Out Of Order. The A side did not but was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #10 spot on the U.K. indie singles chart. The London Oi! band disbanded in 1984 after one album.
Blogload: Infa-Riot - Still Out Of Order - bloodyrevolutions.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Zounds released their debut album, The Curse Of Zounds! None of their previous singles or future singles were included on the album (though the CD re-release added them as bonus tracks). This was their only full-length album. The Reading, England punk band hung it up in 1983 but re-formed in 2001.
Wikipedia: Zounds
Official Website: zoundsonline.co.uk
Blogload: Zounds - The Curse Of Zounds - musictraveler.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Moondogs released their second single, "Who's Gonna Tell Mary?". It was backed by "Overcaring Parents". The A side appeared on their debut album, That's What Friends Are For. The B side was a non-LP track. The Derry, Ireland mod-influenced power pop band disbanded in 1981 after one album and, after a lengthy hiatus, got back together to record and perform.
Wikipedia: The Moondogs
Official Website themoondogs.free.fr
Blogload: The Moondogs - Who's Gonna Tell Mary? - 7 inch (both sides) - and more - musicruinedmylife.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, One Gang Logic released their self-titled debut EP. It contained the tracks, "Alienate (Kafka Laughs)", "Queue Here", "Repeat Action" and "Who Killed Sex?" It was the only release for the Lincolnshire, England post punk band.
Blogload: One Gang Logic - self-titled EP - fritzdiesspinne.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Patrik Fitzgerald released his third EP, The Paranoid Ward. It was a nine song effort. The EP was released in both 7 and 12 inch form. Patrik Fitzgerald, who once auditioned to be in London SS (the pre-Clash band that featured future Clash members, Mick Jones and Terry Chimes, future Damned guitarist Brian James and future Chelsea, Generation X and Sigue Sigue Sputnik member Tony James) was a London punk poet whose poetry was usually accompanied by his acoustic guitar. He enlisted musicians to assist as necessary.
Wikipedia: Patrik Fitzgerald
Myspace: myspace.com/patrikfitzgerald
Blogload: Patrik Fitzgerald - The Paranoid Ward - rocketremnants.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, The Saints released a four song EP entitled One, Two, Three, Four. It was issued both as a four song EP and as a double 7 inch. It was their fifth 7-inch record. The four songs were "Lipstick On Your Collar", "One Way Street", "Demolition Girl" and "River Deep Mountain High". Both "One Way Street" and "Demolition Girl" had previously appeared on their debut album, (I'm) Stranded. When the album was re-released on CD, the two other tracks were added as bonuses. The Brisbane, Australia punk/post punk band has continued on despite the fact that Chris Bailey is the only original member left and has been since 1979. Founder Ed Kuepper, who left to form Laughing Clowns in 1979, has done shows with The Saints in the last few years. 
Wikipedia: The Saints
Myspace: myspace.com/saintsmusic
Blogload: The Saints - (I'm) Stranded - the-roadhouse-viander.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, XTC made their vinyl debut with a four song EP called 3D. It contained "Science Friction", "She's So Square", "Dance band" and "Goodnight Sucker". The fourth song was not listed on the label and is an unlisted bonus track. None of the tracks appeared on a regular album though the first three were added as bonus tracks to their debut album, White Music, when it was re-released on CD. The Swindon, England post punk/new wave band called it quits in 2006 when Colin Moulding expressed a desire to call it quits. Andy Partridge didn't feel that it would be XTC without the both of them.
Wikipedia: XTC
Official Website: xtcidearecords.co.uk
Blogload: XTC - 3D EP - haundbound.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, John Cooper Clarke released his debut EP, The Innocents. The record contained "Suspended Sentence", "Innocents" and "Psycle Sluts Parts 1 & 2". "Psycle Sluts Part 1" wound up on his debut album, Ou Est La Maison De Fromage, S'Il Vous Plait. Both parts of "Psycle Sluts" wound up on his second album, Disguise In Love. John Cooper Clarke was a punk poet from Manchester, U.K., whose poems would often, but not always, be set to background music. He opened for such bands as Buzzcocks, Sex Pistols, Joy Division and The Fall. He still performs.
Wikipedia: John Cooper Clarke
Official Website: johncooperclarke.com
Blogload: John Cooper Clarke - The Very Best Of - sensacionauditiva.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Eater released their third single, "Lock It Up". It was backed by "Jeepster". The A side appeared on their one and only album, The Album. The B side was a non-LP track that was added when the album was re-released on CD. They made their debut with Buzzcocks in November, 1976. The London teen punk band released five 7-inch records and one album before disbanding in early 1979. They have re-formed for the occasional series of performances since.
Wikipedia: Eater
Blogload: Eater - The Album - punkrocker-4ever.blogspot.com
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Tommy Stinson of The Replacements turns 43 today!
The Replacements, clockwise from bottom left:
Paul Westerberg, Chris Mars, Bob Stinson and Tommy Stinson.
Wikipedia: The Replacements
A fansite: twintone.com/mats
Video: The Replacements - Goddamn Job and Junior's Got A Gun - live 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Replacements - Sorry Ma, Forgot To Take Out The Trash - rockgoster.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Monsoon released their third single, "Tomorrow Never Knows". It was backed by "Wings Of The Dawn". Both tracks appeared on their only album, Third Eye. The London, England post punk/new wave band disbanded in 1983 after one album and a few singles.
Wikipedia: Monsoon
Blogload: Monsoon - Third Eye - happynewwave.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Alarm released their second single, "Marching On". It was backed by "Across The Border" and "Lie Of The Land". All three tracks appeared on their 1983 debut self-titled EP. They had begun life as a punk band called The Toilets. Later, they were a mod-influenced band called Seventeen which is when they released their first record. As The Alarm, the Rhyl, Wales post-punk/new wave band disbanded in 1991, only to re-form recently.
Wikipedia: The Alarm
Official Website: thealarm.com
Video: The Alarm - Marching On - on American Bandstand - 1984 - youtube
Blogload: The Alarm - Standards - A Retrospective Collection - fishtank2007.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Einstürzende Neubauten released their second single, "Thirsty Animal". It was backed by "Durstiges Tier". Neither track appeared on an album. The Berlin, Germany experimental/post punk/industrial band is still recording. Lydia Lunch sang the vocals on the A side of this single. Rowland S Howard (The Birthday Party) also lent a hand.
Wikipedia: Einstürzende Neubauten
Official Website: neubauten.org
Blogload: Einstürzende Neubauten - Thirsty Animal - 7 inch (both sides) - darkcircleroom.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Ritual released their debut single, "Mind Disease". It was backed by "Nine". The Harrow, England goth post-punk band only lasted two singles before disbanding without an album.
Blogload: Ritual - Mind Disease - 7 inch (both sides) - and more - phoenixhairpins.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Danse Society released their debut EP, Seduction. It was a six song mini-album that included "Godsend", "My Heart", "Falling Apart", "Danse/Move", "Ambition" and "In Heaven (Everything Is Fine)". "Danse/Move" was released as a single. The Barnsley, England post punk/goth band quit dancing in 1987 after two albums, one mini-LP and many singles.
Wikipedia: The Danse Society
Blogload: The Danse Society - Seduction - esquifeurbana.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Discharge released their fifth 7-inch record, an EP called Never Again. It was a three song release that included, aside from the title track, "Death Dealers" and "Two Monstrous Nuclear Stockpiles". None of the tracks appeared on an album but all three were added as bonuses to their debut, Hear Nothing See Nothing Say Nothing, when re-released on CD. The Staffordshire, England punk/hardcore band did not release anything on vinyl until 1980 despite having formed in 1977 and having started recording demos in 1977. They disbanded in 1987 but have performed occasionally since.
Wikipedia: Discharge
Myspace: myspace.com/discharge2k
Video: Discharge - Never Again - live - 1983 - youtube
Blogload: Discharge - Never Again - 7- inch (all three tracks) - punkysubversion.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Lora Logic released her solo debut single, "Wonderful Offer". It was backed by "Stereo". The 12 inch version also included "Rather Than Retreat". None of the tracks were on her sole solo album, Pedigree Charm. The London punk/post punk musician was formerly in X-Ray Spex and Essential Logic. She later became a Hare Krishna.
Wikipedia: Lora Logic
Not "Wonderful Offer" but...her debut solo album:
Blogload: Lora Logic - Pedigree Charm - der-likedeeler.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Vice Squad released their debut album, No Cause For Concern. No singles resulted from the release (though "Last Rockers" and "Resurrection" were added as bonus tracks when it was re-released on CD). The Bristol, England punk band featured Beki Bondage, one of the original punk pin-up girls. They disbanded in 1985 but re-formed in 1997 and still record and perform.
Wikipedia: Vice Squad
Unofficial Website: lastrockers.com
Blogload: Vice Squad - No Cause For Concern - stayoutoforder4q.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Durutti Column released their second single, Lips That Would Kiss. The B side was "Madeleine". Neither track appeared on an album but both were added to their debut, The Return Of The Durutti Column, when it was re-released on CD. The Manchester, England post-punk band who recorded for Factory Records (like Joy Division, New Order and A Certain Ratio) is still recording today.
Wikipedia: The Durutti Column
Official Website: column.freeuk.com
Blogload: The Return Of The Durutti Column - theallnightparty.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Flying Lizards released their fourth single, "Move On Up". It was backed by "Portugal". The A side appeared on their second album, Fourth Wall. The B side was a non-LP track. The London experimental post punk band disbanded in 1984 with three albums, two EP's and several singles to their credit.
Wikipedia: The Flying Lizards
A Fansite: markallencam.com/theflyinglizards.html
Blogload: The Flying Lizards - Fourth Wall - rho-xs.blogspot.com
Richard Jobson of The Skids turns 49 today. 
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The Skids, left to right:
Stuart Adamson, Richard Jobson, Bill Simpson and Tom Kellichan
Official Website: theskids.com
Video: The Skids - The Saints Are Coming - on Top Of The Pops - 1978 - youtube
Blogload: The Skids - Peel Sessions 1978-1980 - lifeandhowtolive.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Carpettes released their debut album, Frustration Paradise. It included the singles, "I Don't Mean It" and "Johnny Won't Hurt You". The Tyne and Wear, England punk/power pop band released two albums before disbanding in 1980. They have recently reunited.
Wikipedia: The Carpettes
Official Site: www.thecarpettes.com
Myspace: myspace.com/thecarpettes
Blogload: The Best Of The Carpettes - cdlandia2.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Lene Lovich released her debut album, Stateless. It contained the singles, "Lucky Number" (#3 U.K.), "Say When" and "I Think We're Alone Now" #35 U.K.). The album reached the #35 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The new wave singer was born in Detroit, Michigan but relocated to England as a child. She still performs occasionally.
Wikipedia: Lene Lovich
A Fansite: lenelovich.com
Blogload: Lene Lovich - Stateless - oskurahermandad.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Wreckless Eric released his second album, The Wonderful World Of Wreckless Eric. It contained the singles, "Crying, Waiting, Hoping" and "Take The Cash". The Stiff Records new wave/power pop artist from Sussex, England still makes music and tours occasionally.
Wikipedia: Wreckless Eric
Official Website: wrecklesseric.com
Blogload: The Wonderful World Of Wreckless Eric - cueburn.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, XTC released their second album, Go 2. The U.K. version of the album did not produce any singles but the U.S. version included "Are You Receiving Me?". The album reached the #21 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The Swindon, England post punk/new wave band called it quits in 2006 when Colin Moulding expressed a desire to call it quits. Andy Partridge didn't feel that it would be XTC without the both of them.
Wikipedia: XTC
Official Website: xtcidearecords.co.uk
Blogload: XTC - Go 2 - stupidd.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Johnny Thunders released his first solo album, So Alone. It included the single, "(You Can't Put Your Arms Around A) Memory". Johnny Thunders was, of course, in The New York Dolls and Johnny Thunders and The Heartbreakers before this solo effort. He had an all-star lineup of musicians helping him with this album including Steve Jones and Paul Cook of Sex Pistols, Peter Perrett of The Only Ones, Walter Lure and Billy Rath of The Heartbreakers and Chrissie Hynde of The Pretenders.
Wikipedia: Johnny Thunders
Blogload: Johnny Thunders - So Alone - abc-afterglow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, INXS released their eighth single, "Don't Change". It was backed by "Go West" in the U.S. and "You Never Used To Cry" in the U.K. The A side appeared on their third album, Shabooh Shoobah. Neither B side made the album. The U.K. 12 inch version had a third track, "Golden Playpen" which was on the album. The single reached the #80 spot on the U.S. singles chart. The Perth, Australia new wave band came to a sudden halt when lead singer Michael Hutchence died on November 22, 1997, apparently due to hanging by his own hands. They found a new singer a couple of years ago and have recorded and performed. The replacement singer has recently been given his walking papers by the band. INXS was originally called The Farriss Brothers, named after bandmember brothers, Andrew, Jon and Tim.
Wikipedia: INXS
Official Website: inxs.com
Video: INXS - Don't Change - youtube
Blogload: INXS - Shabooh Shoobah - babakazoo.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Exploited released their seventh single, "Computers Don't Blunder". It was backed by "Addiction". Neither track initially appeared on an album but both were added as bonus tracks to their second studio album, Troops Of Tomorrow, when it was re-released on CD. The Edinburgh, Scotland band was one of the U.K.'s original Oi! bands. They are still together but moved towards thrash by the late '80's.
Wikipedia: The Exploited
Official Website: the-exploited.net
Video: The Exploited - Computers Don't Blunder - live - 1983 - youtube
Blogload: The Exploited - The Singles - blogofleastresistance.blogspot.com
Lee Thompson of Madness turns 52 today.
From the top: Chas Smash, Mike Barson, Suggs McPherson,
Mark Bedford, Lee Thompson, Daniel Woodgate and Chris Foreman
Wikipedia: Madness
Official Website: madness.co.uk
Video: Madness - One Step Beyond (1979) - youtube
Blogload: Madness - The Peel Sessions - sircharliepalmer.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, UB40 released their third album, Present Arms In Dub. It was a collection of instrumental, dubbed-up versions of UB40 songs from their previous album, Present Arms. The album reached the #38 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The Birmingham, England reggae band continues to record and perform.
Wikipedia: UB40
Official Website: ub40.co.uk
Blogload: UB40 - Present Arms In Dub - gooner-nation.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, U2 released their seventh single, "Gloria". It was backed by a live version of "I Will Follow". The A side appeared on the band's second album, October. The single reached the #55 spot on the U.K. singles chart. It reached the #10 spot in their native Ireland. The Dublin, Ireland new wave band, of course, became a hugely successful mainstream rock act by the mid-'80's and is still going strong.
Wikipedia: U2
Official Website: u2.com
Video: U2 - Gloria - youtube
Blogload: U2 - October - mussiqa.net
On this date in 1981, Subhumans released their debut EP, Demolition War. It was a six song offering that included "Parasites", "Drugs Of Youth", "Animal", "Society", "Who's Gonna Fight In The Third World War?" and "Human Error". None of the tracks appeared on their 1983 debut full-length album, The Day The Country Died. The Wiltshire, U.K. punk band still records and performs.
Myspace: myspace.com/subhumansuk
Blogload: Subhumans - Demolition War EP - madblastsofchaos.blogspot.com
Russell Mael of Sparks turns 54 today!
Left to right, Russell and Ron Mael
Wikipedia: Sparks
Official Website: allsparks.com
Video: Sparks - I Predict (1982) - youtube
Blogload: Sparks - Profile: The Ultimate Collection - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Mekons released their third single, "Work All Week". It was backed by "Unknown Wrecks". Neither track appeared on a regular album. The Leeds, England punk/post punk band still records and performs.
Wikipedia: The Mekons
A Fansite: mekons.de/mekonhom.htm
Blogload: The Mekons - Work All Week - 7 inch (both sides) - asfm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Last Words released their debut single in the U.K., "Animal World". It was the third time they released this single, the first two times in Australia. It was backed by "No Music In The World Today". Neither track appeared on an album. In total, the Sydney, Australia punk band would release five singles (three of them were releases of "Animal World") and one album before disbanding in 1980. A later compilation saw "Animal World" make its album debut.
Wikipedia: The Last Words
Video: The Last Words - Animal World - youtube
Blogload: The Last Words - Animal World - 7 inch (both sides) - isksp.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Heartbeat Records released a record compiling various artists from the Bristol, England area. Among those featured were Glaxo Babies, Vice Squad, X-Certs, Private Dicks and Vitas Dance. The album was called Avon Calling.
Blogload: Avon Calling - compilation - cdlandia2.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Joe Jackson released his second album, I'm The Man. The album produced the singles, "I'm The Man", "It's Different For Girls" (#5 U.K.) and "Kinda Kute". The album reached the #12 spot on the U.K. albums chart and the #22 spot on the U.S. albums chart. The Staffordshire, England punk/new wave musician still records.
Wikipedia: Joe Jackson
Official Website: joejackson.com
Blogload: Joe Jackson - I'm The Man - mussiqa.net
On this date in 1979, Little Bo Bitch released their debut single, "It's Only Love". It was backed by "I'm Confused". Both tracks appeared on their self-titled debut album. They were called The Lonely Boys in the U.S. where their debut album was called The Lonely Boys. No, there was not another band with the same name here. Their U.S. distribution company felt that Little Bo Bitch was not a very marketable name. The London power pop band disbanded in 1980 after two singles and one album.
Blogload: The Lonely Boys (Little Bo Bitch) - debut album - digivinyltal.blogspot.com
Bob Geldof of The Boomtown Rats turns 55 today.
The Boomtown Rats, left to right:
Johnnie Fingers, Pete Briquette, Bob Geldof, Simon Crowe and Gerry Cott.
Plus Garry Roberts (he's the guy lying down).
Wikipedia: The Boomtown Rats
Official Website: boomtownrats.co.uk
Video: The Boomtown Rats - Up All Night (1980) - youtube
Blogload: Best Of The Boomtown Rats - babakazoo.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Sham 69 released their fifth single, "Hurry Up Harry". It was backed by "No Entry". The A side appeared on their second album, That's Life. The B side was not but was included as a bonus when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #10 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Hersham, England punk band disbanded in 1980 but re-formed in the late 80's and has been on and off ever since.
Wikipedia: Sham 69
Official Website: sham69.com
Video: Sham 69 - Hurry Up Harry - on Top Of The Pops - 1978 - youtube
Blogload: Sham 69 - That's Life - plan-9fromouterspace.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Jah Wobble released his debut single, "Dreadlock Don't Deal In Wedlock". It was backed by "Pthilius Pubus". It was a 12-inch single. Neither track appeared on an album though the A side was added to his debut album, The Legend Lives on...Jah Wobble In Betrayal when re-released on CD. The London bass player was still a member of Public Image Limited at the time of this release. He left PIL in 1980. He continues to release music.
Wikipedia: Jah Wobble
Official Website: 30hertzrecords.com
Not "Dreadlock Don't Deal In Wedlock" but...the original version of his debut album"
Blogload: Jah Wobble - The Legend Lives on...Jah Wobble In Betrayal - radicalriffage.blogspot.com
Chris Lowe of Pet Shop Boys turns turns 50 today.
Pet Shop Boys, left to right: Chris Lowe and Neil Tennant
Wikipedia: Pet Shop Boys
Official Website: petshopboys.co.uk
Video: Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls - live 1986 - youtube
Blogload: Pet Shop Boys - Discography - musicalmente.info
On this date in 1982, The Smiths made their live debut. It was at The Ritz Ballroom in Manchester, England. They opened for Blue Rondo. 
The Smiths, left to right:
Andy Rourke, Morissey, Mike Joyce and Johnny Marr.
Wikipedia: The Smiths
Video: The Smiths - What Difference Does It Make? - on Top Of The Pops - 1984 - youtube
Blogload: The Smiths - Peel Sessions - mondo-de-muebles.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Our Daughter's Wedding released their only full-length album, Moving Windows. It contained the singles, "Elevate Her" and "Auto Music". They are best known for an earlier released single, "Lawnchairs". The new wave band was originally from San Francisco before moving to New York. They disbanded in 1983 after one album, one EP and several singles.
Wikipedia: Our Daughter's Wedding
Blogload: Our Daughter's Wedding - Moving Windows - drunksongs.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Passage released their seventh 7-inch record. The A side had "Wave". It was backed by "Angleland". Neither track appeared on an album but both songs were added to the fourth album, Enflame, when it was re-released on CD. The Manchester, England post punk/new wave band released four albums before disbanding in 1983.
Wikipedia: The Passage
A Fansite: thepassage.co.uk
Blogload: The Passage - Seedy - The Best Of - substix.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Mekons released their seventh single, "This Sporting Life". It was backed by "Fight The Cuts". Both tracks appeared on their third album, The Mekons Story, which was actually a compilation. The B side was actually recorded in 1977 but did not appear on an album until this compilation. Although the A side was not on an album previously, it had been released in 1981 on a 12 inch with two other tracks. The Leeds, England punk/post punk band still records and performs.
Wikipedia: The Mekons
A Fansite: mekons.de/mekonhom.htm
Blogload: The Mekons Story - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Posh Boy released a 24-song compilation of primarily west coast punk bands. Included on the album were songs by Ch. 3, Black Flag, Stains, T.S.O.L., Shattered Faith, Social Distortion, Saccharine Trust, Descendents and Minutemen. The record was called The Future Looks Bright.
Blogload: The Future Looks Bright - goodbadmusic.com
On this date in 1981, Head Cheese released their record, a 7-inch that included "Jungle Jam", "Teenage Idol" and "Non-Melodic". The Philadelphia new wave band had no other releases until they formed Book Of Love a few years later.
Blogload: Various Artists - Atomic Shockwaves - Vol 17 - includes all three tracks from the "Jungle Jam" 7-inch - darkdetudo.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, This Heat released their second album, Deceit. They did not release a single from this album. The London experimental post-punk band was considered an important link between progressive rock and post-punk. They were a John Peel favorite. They broke up in 1982 after two albums.
Wikipedia: This Heat
Myspace: myspace.com/thisheat
Blogload: This Heat - Deceit - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Joy Division released their third single, "Atmosphere". It was backed by "She's Lost Control". A different version of The B side appeared on their debut album, Unknown Pleasures. The A side did not appear on either of their studio albums. Another version of the single had a B side of "Dead Souls", another non-LP track. Of course, the Manchester, U.K. post-punk band effectively ended when lead singer Ian Curtis hung himself on May 18, 1980. The remaining members of the band formed New Order.
Wikipedia: Joy Division
A fansite: joydivision.homestead.com
Video: Joy Division - Atmosphere - youtube
Blogload: Joy Division - Substance - a compilation - and more - darkdetudo.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, This Heat released their second vinyl offering. It was a two-song 12-inch EP with both tracks running over 8 minutes. The A side was the title track. The B side was "Graphic/Varispeed". Neither track appeared on an album. The London post-punk band broke up in 1982 after two albums.
Wikipedia: This Heat
Myspace: myspace.com/thisheat
Blogload: This Heat - Health And Efficiency - 12 inch (both sides) - music-share.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Misfits released their fifth record, a three song 7-inch record called Night Of The Living Dead. Aside from the title track, the record also included "Where Eagles Dare" and "Rat Fink". The single was actually first released on Halloween, 1979...sort of. It was first sold at the door of their concert at Irving Plaza that night. None of the tracks appeared on an album, the first of which was not released until 1982. The Lodi, NJ horror punk band disbanded in 1983 after the departure of lead singer and founder Glenn Danzig. They re-formed in 1995 without Danzig. 
Wikipedia: The Misfits
Official Website: misfits.com
Video: The Misfits - Night Of The Living Dead - live - 1982 - youtube
Blogload: The Misfits - Night Of The Living Dead - 7 inch (all three tracks) - isksp.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Pinpoint released their debut single, "Richmond". The B side was "Love Substitute". Neither track appeared on an album. The London punk/post-punk band was led by Arturo Bassick (ex-Lurkers). They disbanded in 1981 after three singles and an album.
Blogload: Pinpoint - Richmond - 7 inch (both sides) - kbdrecords.com
On this date in 1979, Public Image Ltd released their third single, "Memories". It was backed by "Another". The A side appeared on their second album (or collection, in this case), Metal Box. The B side was a non-LP track. The single reached the #60 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London post-punk band, fronted by John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) formerly of Sex Pistols, lasted until 1993.
Wikipedia: Public Image Ltd
A Fansite: fodderstompf.com
Video: Public Image Ltd - Memories - live - date unknown - youtube
Blogload: Public Image Ltd - Metal Box - retrolb.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Cowboys International released their one and only album, The Original Sin. The album included the singles, "Thrash" and "Aftermath". The electronic power pop/new wave band included Terry Chimes (ex-The Clash) and, on some songs, Keith Levene (ex-The Clash and, at this time, in Public Image Limited). An expanded version of the album called Revisited was released on CD.
Wikipedia: Cowboys International
Official Website: cowboysinternational.com
Blogload: Cowboys International - Revisited - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Sex Pistols released their twelfth single, "The Great Rock 'N" Roll Swindle". It was backed by "Rock Around The Clock". Both songs appeared on the soundtrack to the movie, The Great Rock 'N' Roll Swindle. Johnny Rotten had left the band 20 months before the release of this single, effectively ending Sex Pistols as a band in January of 1978, but singles kept getting released by those in control and anything associated with The Sex Pistols still sold. The single reached the #21 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The lead vocalist of the B side was Eddie Tudor-Pole of Tenpole Tudor.
Wikipedia: Sex Pistols
"Official" Website: sex-pistols.net
Video: Sex Pistols - The Great Rock 'N' Roll Swindle - youtube
Blogload: Sex Pistols - The Great Rock 'N' Roll Swindle - stealingofanation.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Jonathan Richman and The Modern Lovers released their fourth single, "Egyptian Reggae". It was backed by "Roller Coaster By The Sea". Both tracks appeared on their third album, Rock 'N' Roll With The Modern Lovers. The Boston, Massachusetts proto-punk band once included drummer David Robinson (who left to join The Cars) and Jerry Harrison (who left to join Talking Heads). While The Modern Lovers no longer exist, Jonathan Richman is still performing.
Wikipedia: The Modern Lovers
Video: Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - Egyptian Reggae - youtube
Blogload: Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers - Rock 'N' Roll With The Modern Lovers - bloodyrevolutions.blogspot.com
Benjamin Orr of The Cars died of cancer on this date in 2000.
The Cars, left to right: Benjamin Orr, Greg Hawkes,
Ric Ocasek, David Robinson and Elliot Easton
Wikipedia: The Cars
Official Website: thecarszone.com
Video: The Cars - Drive (1984) - youtube
Blogload: The Cars - Anthology - jukebox-jp.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Stiff Little Fingers released their fourth studio album, Now Then... It contained the singles, "Bits Of Kids" and "Talkback". The Belfast, Northern Ireland punk band broke up in 1982 after four studio albums, one live album and numerous singles. They re-formed in 1987. Jake Burns and Ali McMordie, from their original lineup, are still there. They occasionally release new material but have maintained an ambitious performance schedule.
Wikipedia: Stiff Little Fingers
Official Website: slf.com
Blogload: Stiff Little Fingers - Now Then... - punkoteca.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Dark Day released their first 12 inch EP, Trapped. The A side had the title track. The B side had "Exterminations 1-6" which were simply backwards tapes experiments. The A side appeared on their debut album, Exterminating Angel. The B side did not. The New York City no wave band included ex-DNA Robin Crutchfield and ex-Tuxedomoon Steve Brown. They disbanded in 1982 but Robin Crutchfield resurrected the band as a solo project in 1999.
Blogload: Dark Day - Exterminating Angel - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, U.K. Decay released their third single of their own, "Sexual". It was backed by "Twist In The Tale". Neither side appeared on a studio album. The Luton, England post punk/goth band lasted three singles, two EP's, a split single and two albums before breaking up in 1982. They have recently re-formed.
Wikipedia: U.K. Decay
Official Website: ukdecay.co.uk
Blogload: U.K. Decay - Sexual - 7 inch (both sides) - and more - cactusmouthinformer.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Freshies released their fourteenth 7-inch record, a single featuring "Dancin' Doctors". It was backed by "One To One". During their career, the Manchester punk/power pop band released several EP's and singles but no full length albums by the time they called it quits in 1982. Compilations of their material were released posthumously.
Wikipedia: The Freshies
Blogload: The Freshies - The fairly complete 7 inch discography - mutant-sounds.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Cure released their eighth single, "Charlotte Sometimes". It was backed by "Splintered In Her Head". Neither track appeared on an album originally, but the A side was added as a bonus track on a CD re-release of their third album, Faith. The single reached the #44 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Sussex, England post punk/goth/new wave band continues on with Robert Smith at the helm. He was also a part-time member of Siouxsie and The Banshees.
Wikipedia: The Cure
Official Website: thecure.com
Video: The Cure - Charlotte Sometimes - youtube
Blogload: The Cure - Faith - and more - music-discography.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Fallout Club released their second single, "Wonderlust". It was backed by "Desert Song". The London new wave band released just two singles before calling it quits without an album. Thomas Dolby went on to a successful solo career.
Blogload: The Fallout Club - both 7-inch singles (all four songs) - differentillusion.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Pauline Murray and The Invisible Girls released their self-titled debut album. It included the singles, "Dream Sequences I" and "Mister X". Pauline Murray and The Invisible Girls released just one album and three singles as a group. Pauline Murray was the ex-lead singer of Newcastle, England punk band Penetration. The Invisible Girls were the backing group for London punk poet laureate John Cooper Clarke at one time.
Wikipedia: Pauline Murray
Blogload: Pauline Murray and The Invisible Girls - debut album - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Reluctant Stereotypes released their only album, The Label. It contained the singles, "Confused Action" and "Plans For Today". The Coventry, England ska-influenced band released one album and five singles before disbanding. Paul King went on to form the band King.
Blogload: The Reluctant Stereotypes - The Label - marcoonthebass.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Gen X released their seventh single, "Dancing With Myself". It was backed by "Ugly Rash". The A side appeared on their third and final album, Kiss Me Deadly. The B side was a non-LP track. The re-released version of the CD had a dub version of the B side as a bonus track. It was called "Ugly Dub". This was the last single by the band as well, if you don't include the various 12 inch versions of the A side and a four song EP with the A side as the lead track that was released later. The album as well as this single were by "Gen X" which they had shortened from their normal "Generation X". Billy Idol also released the song separately after the breakup of the band. The London punk band was formed by Billy Idol, Tony James and John Towe, all of whom left punk band Chelsea before it was time to record. They lasted until 1981 with three albums to their credit. Tony James went on to form Sigue Sigue Sputnik. Billy Idol...well...we know what he did after this.
Wikipedia: Generation X
Video: Gen X - Dancing With Myself - on TV - 1980 - youtube
Blogload: Gen X - Dancing With Myself - 7 inch (both sides) - asfm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Adam and The Ants released their sixth single, "Kings Of The Wild Frontier". It was backed by "Press Darlings". Both songs appeared on the U.S. version of their second album, Kings Of The Wild Frontier, but "Press Darlings" did not appear on the U.K. version. The single reached the #48 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London punk/post punk band broke up in 1982 when Adam ditched the rest of the Ants and went solo. Well...almost all The Ants. He retained guitarist, co-songwriter Marco Pirroni.
Wikipedia: Adam and The Ants
Official Adam Ant Website: adam-ant.net
Video: Adam and The Ants - Dog Eat Dog - youtube
Blogload: Adam and The Ants - Kings Of The Wild Frontier - gothicrock2009.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Stranglers released their tenth single, "Nuclear Device (The Wizard Of Aus)". It was backed by "Yellowcake UF-6". The A side appeared on their fourth studio album, The Raven. The B side was a non-LP track that was added to the album as a bonus when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #36 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Surrey, U.K. punk/post punk band is still performing and recording, though without original lead singer, Hugh Cornwell, who left in 1990.
Wikipedia: The Stranglers
Official Website: stranglers.net
Video: The Stranglers - "Nuclear Device" and "Genetix" - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Stranglers - The Raven - when-the-musics-over-yeah.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Ultravox released their seventh single, "Quiet Men". It was backed by "Cross Fade". The A side appeared on their third album, Systems Of Romance. The B side was a non-LP track that was later added as a bonus on a CD re-release. This was their last album with John Foxx as their singer. John left the band and Midge Ure was recruited to take his place. The London post punk/new wave band lasted until 1987. They re-formed in name in 1992, though without much resemblance to their classic lineups, released two albums and shut it down in 1996. They have performed again recently.
Wikipedia: Ultravox
Unofficial Website: ultravox.org.uk
Video: Ultravox - Quiet Men - live - 1978 - youtube
Blogload: Ultravox - Systems Of Romance - littleknowntreasures.blogspot.com
On this date in 1978, Spizzoil released their debut single, "6,000 Crazy". It was backed by "1989" and "Fibre". None of the tracks appeared on an album. In fact, they did not release an album until 1980's Do A Runner and that was under the band name of Athletico Spizz 80. They were, during their career, known as various names, including Spizzoil, Spizzenergi, Athletico Spizz 80, The Spizzles and Spizzenergi:2. The Birmingham, England punk/new wave band effectively disbanded in 1982 but has gotten together occasionally since and released a holiday single in 1994 (under the name Spizzmas).
Wikipedia: Spizzenergi
Official Website: spizzenergi.com
Blogload: Spizzoil - 6,000 Crazy - 7 inch (all three tracks) - and more - pukekos.org
On this date in 1977, Richard Hell and The Voidoids released their debut album, Blank Generation. It included the single, "The Blank Generation", not the originally released version but the new version also released on this date. The single was backed by "Love Comes In Spurts" which was also on the album. The New York punk band disbanded in 1983 after two albums.
The album:
The single:
Wikipedia: Richard Hell and The Voidoids
Video: Richard Hell and The Voidoids - "Blank Generation" and "Love Comes In Spurts" - live - 1977 - youtube
Blogload: Richard Hell and The Voidoids - Blank Generation - elrincondelpogo.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, The Heartbreakers released their only studio album, L.A.M.F. It contained the singles, "Born To Lose" (though a different version), "It's Not Enough", "One Track Mind", "Let Go" and "Chinese Rocks". The legendary New York City punk band, at this time, included Johnny Thunders and Jerry Nolan (both ex-New York Dolls), plus Walter Lure and Billy Rath. Richard Hell had once been a member of the group. They disbanded in 1979. They would reunite on several occasions afterwards.
Wikipedia: The Heartbreakers
Blogload: The Heartbreakers - L.A.M.F. - cdlandia2.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Talking Heads released their debut album, Talking Heads: 77. It contained the singles, "Uh Oh, Love Comes To Town", "Pulled Up" and "Psycho Killer" (#92 U.S.). The album reached the #97 spot on the U.S. albums chart and the #60 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The New York City new wave band, who were regulars at CBGB's, disbanded in 1992. David Byrne has expressed no desire for a reunion.
Wikipedia: Talking Heads
Official Website: talking-heads.net
Blogload: Talking Heads: 77 - and more - pearltubes.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, Ultravox! released their third single, "RockWrok". It was backed by "Hiroshima Mon Amour". Both songs appeared on their second album, Ha Ha Ha! At this time, the band was fronted by John Foxx and still included the exclamation mark after the band's name (later dropped). Chart recognition in the U.K. was still a couple of years away. The London post punk/new wave band lasted until 1987. They re-formed in 1992 (sort of...with limited connection to the classic lineups) and released two albums before shutting it down again in 1996. They have performed again recently.
Wikipedia: Ultravox
Unofficial Website: ultravox.org.uk
Blogload: Ultravox! - Ha! Ha! Ha! - punknotprofit.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Toyah released their thirteenth single, "Be Loud, Be Proud (Be Heard)". It was backed by "Laughing With the Fools".
Neither track appeared on an album. The Birmingham, England post punk/new wave band was fronted by Toyah Willcox. She stepped away from music in 1987 to concentrate on her acting career but has resurfaced with her band in recent years.
Wikipedia: Toyah
Official Toyah Willcox Website: toyahwillcox.com
Video: Toyah - Be Loud, Be Proud (Be Heard) - on TV - 1982 - youtube
Blogload: The Best Of Toyah - jake-and-elwood-11.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Chelsea released their twelfth single, "Stand Out". It was backed by "Last Drink". The B side appeared on their fourth album, Evacuate. The A side did not but was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. The London punk band was one of the earliest punk bands on the scene but went through some dramatic personnel changes early on that set their recordings back. The original lineup featured Gene October as the lead singer and three bandmates who would leave in a couple of weeks after forming to form another band. Those departing were Billy Idol, Tony James and John Towe. That band would be Generation X. Gene October was left to recruit a new band which he did. That new band included James Stevenson. Predictably, he would later leave to join Generation X too. Chelsea is still performing and Gene October is still there.
Wikipedia: Chelsea
Official Website: chelseapunkband.com
Blogload: Chelsea - Evacuate - hangoverhard.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Young Snakes released their debut record, an EP called Bark Along With The Young Snakes. It contained the tracks, "Give Me Your Face", "Suite Me", "Don't Change Your Mind", "Way the World Goes" and "Not Enough". The Boston, Massachusetts punk/power pop band did not release anything else of their own and soon parted ways. Lead singer Aimee Mann went on to Til Tuesday.
Wikipedia: The Young Snakes
Blogload: The Young Snakes - Bark Along With The Young Snakes - azlocal.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Men Without Hats released their debut full-length album, Rhythm Of Youth. It included the singles, "The Safety Dance" (#3 U.S., #6 U.K.), "I Like", "Living In China" and "I Got The Message". The new wave band from Montreal, Canada disbanded in 1992. 
Wikipedia: Men Without Hats
Official Website: menwithouthats.com
Blogload: Men Without Hats - Rhythm Of Youth - and more - anythinggoes-jazzme.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Orange Juice released their eighth single, "I Can't Help Myself". It was backed by "Tongues Begin To Wag". The A side appeared on their second album, Rip It Up. The B side was a non-LP track. The 12 inch single offered one additional non-LP track, "Barbecue". Both non-LP tracks were added as bonuses on a later CD release of Rip It Up. The single reached the #42 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Glasgow, Scotland post punk band released four albums before disbanding in 1985. Lead singer Edwyn Collins would embark on a successful solo career and have a #4 hit in the U.K. in 1994 with "A Girl Like You".
Wikipedia: Orange Juice
Video: Orange Juice - I Can't Help Myself - on TV - 1982 - youtube
Blogload: Orange Juice - Rip It Up - nobrasil.org
On this date in 1982, Deutsch-Amerikanische Freundschaft, also known as D.A.F., released their fifth album, Fur Immer. It contained the singles, "Verlieb Dich In Mich" and "Kebab Traume". This was their last album before disbanding. The Dusseldorf, Germany experimental new wave band disbanded in 1983 but briefly re-formed a few years later for one album. In 2003, they re-formed again and are still together.
Wikipedia: D.A.F.
Official Website: daf.ag
Blogload: D.A.F. - Fur Immer - voxinsana.blogspot.com
Phil Oakey of The Human League turns 54 today.
The Human League, clockwise from bottom left:
Susanne Sulley, Philip Adrian Wright, Joanne Catherall,
Phil Oakey, Jo Callis and Ian Burden
Wikipedia: The Human League
Official Website: league-online.com
Video: The Human League - The Sound Of The Crowd - on Top Of The Pops - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Best Of The Human League - musicalmente.info
On this date in 1981, Madness released their third album, 7. The album included the singles, "Grey Day" (#4 U.K.), "Shut Up" (#7 U.K.) and "Cardiac Arrest" (#14 U.K.). The album reached the #5 spot on the U.K. albums chart. The London ska band called it quits in 1986 but re-formed in 1992 and is still intact.
Wikipedia: Madness
Official Website: madness.co.uk
Blogload: Madness - 7 - stealingofanation.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Human League released their ninth single, "Open Your Heart". It was backed by an instrumental called "Non-Stop". The A side appeared on their third album, Dare! The B side was a non-LP track that was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. The single reached the #6 spot on the U.K. singles chart. At the time, the Sheffield, England band were a six-piece unit. They are still active but are a three piece band now. 
Wikipedia: The Human League
Official Website: league-online.com
Video: The Human League - Open Your Heart - on Top Of The Pops - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: The Human League - Dare! - katytools.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Spherical Objects released their fourth and final album, No Man's Land. No singles were released from the album. The Manchester, England post-punk/experimental disbanded in 1981 after releasing four albums and the members evidently left the music business. The only news of its band members since the break up is that lead singer Steve Solamar supposedly had a gender change operation. He now answers to the name Shirley.
Wikipedia: Spherical Objects
Blogload: Spherical Objects - No Man's Land - and more - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, The Police released their fourth album, Ghost In The Machine. It contained the singles, "Invisible Sun" (#2 U.K.), "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic" (#1 U.K., #3 U.S.), "Spirits In The Material World" (#12 U.K., #11 U.S.), "Secret Journey" (#46 U.S.) and "One World (Not Three)". The album, itself, reached the top spot on the U.K. albums chart and the #2 spot on the U.S. albums chart. The London new wave band disbanded in 1984. They have been touring together the last couple of years. 
Wikipedia: The Police
Official Website: thepolice.com
Blogload: The Police - Ghost In The Machine - awesomerock-sam.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Wah! released their fourth single, "Somesay". It was backed by "Forget The Down (This Time)". The A side was on their debut album, Nah=Poo--The Art Of Bluff (though the single was a re-recorded version of the song). The B side was a non-LP track which had previously been released as an A side. The Liverpool post-punk band was fronted by Pete Wylie, who once was in a band called The Crucial Three with Ian McCulloch (later with Echo and The Bunnymen) and Julian Cope (later with The Teardrop Explodes). The band, at various points in their career, was also called Wah! Heat, Shambeko! Say Wah!, JF Wah!, The Mighty Wah! and Wah! The Mongrel. Pete Wylie is still performing, but Wah-less. 
Wikipedia: Pete Wylie
Official Pete Wylie Website: petewylie.com
Blogload: Wah! Heat - Somesay - 12 inch (both sides) - and more - music-isms.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Plasmatics released their debut album, New Hope For The Wretched. The album contained the singles, "Butcher Baby", "Monkey Suit" and "Dream Lover". They were infamous for their violent stage shows which included the use of chainsaws and sledgehammers and were fronted by the unique Wendy O. Williams. The New York punk band turned to metal in the early '80's and disbanded in 1987. Wendy took her own life on April 6, 1998.
Wikipedia: Plasmatics
Official Website: plasmatics.com
Blogload: Plasmatics - New Hope For The Wretched - upthefuckinpunx.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Echo and The Bunnymen released their third single, "The Puppet". It was backed by "Do It Clean". Neither track appeared on an album but the B side was added as a bonus track to their debut album, Crocodiles, on a CD re-release. The Liverpool, England post punk band disbanded in 1992 but re-formed in 1996 and has been active in the studio and on the stage since then.
Wikipedia: Echo and The Bunnymen
Official Website: www.bunnymen.com
Video: Echo and The Bunnymen - The Puppet - from Urgh! A Music War - youtube
Blogload: Echo and The Bunnymen - Songs To Learn & Sing - a compilation - contains both sides of "The Puppet" 7-inch - siamesenight.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Au Pairs released their second single, "Diet". It was backed by "It's Obvious". The B side appeared on their debut album, Playing With A Different Sex. The A side was a non-LP track that was added to the album as a bonus track upon CD re-release. The Birmingham, England post punk band disbanded in 1983 after two studio albums and one live album.
Wikipedia: Au Pairs
Blogload: Au Pairs - Playing With A Different Sex - zambonisoundtracks.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Monochrome Set released their seventh single, "Apocalypso". It was backed by "Fiasco Bongo". The A side appeared on their second album, Love Zombies. The B side was a non-LP track. The London post punk band rose from the ashes of a 1976 college band called The B Sides which included Stuart Goddard (Adam Ant). They released five albums before disbanding in 1985. They re-formed a few years later.
Wikipedia: The Monochrome Set
Unofficial Website: themonochromeset.co.uk
Blogload: The Monochrome Set - Love Zombies - and more - lazyproduction.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Professionals released their second single, "One Two Three". The B sides were "White Light, White Heat" and "(You're So Square) Baby I Don't Care". The A side appeared on their self-titled debut album. The B sides did not. All three tracks were added to their second album, I Didn't See It Coming, when it was re-released on CD. This album was actually released before their debut album was. The single reached the #43 spot on the U.K. singles list. The London post punk band was formed by ex-Sex Pistols Steve Jones and Paul Cook. They had originally been called The Greedies. They disbanded in 1982.
Wikipedia: The Professionals
Video: The Professionals - One Two Three - youtube
Blogload: The Professionals - I Didn't See It Coming - punknotprofit.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Joe Jackson released his ninth single, "Mad At You". It was backed by "Enough Is Not Enough". The A side appeared on his third album, Beat Crazy. The B side was a non-LP track. An alternate version had "Friday" as the B side which was on his second album, I'm The Man. The Staffordshire, England punk/new wave musician still records.
Wikipedia: Joe Jackson
Official Website: joejackson.com
Video: Joe Jackson - Mad At You - youtube
Blogload: Joe Jackson - Mad At You - 7 inch (both sides) - musicruinedmylife.blogspot.com
Sting (born Gordon Sumner) of The Police turns 58 today. 
The Police, left to right: Stewart Copeland, Sting and Andy Summers
Wikipedia: The Police
Official Website: thepolice.com
Video: The Police - Roxanne - live - 1979 - youtube
Blogload: The Police - Live - 1979 - coolshitinthecrosshairs.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Dalek I released their second single, "The World". It was backed by "We're All Actors". Both songs appeared on their debut album, Compass Kum'Pas. The release was supposed to be under the name Dalek, I Love You but their distribution company changed the name on the release without informing them. At this time, the band included David Hughes of OMD and Alan Gill of The Teardrop Explodes. The Liverpool post punk/new wave band with a constantly changing lineup called it quits in 1990.
Wikipedia: Dalek I Love You
Blogload: Dalek I - Compass Kumpas - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, The Electric Circus closed its doors. The Manchester, England nightclub had been an important venue in the history of punk, opening its doors to new and innovative acts. On this last night, there were performances by Warsaw, The Prefects, The Worst, John Cooper Clarke, The Fall, Magazine and Buzzcocks. Even John The Postman got is turn as he jumped on stage at the end to begin a singalong of "Louie Louie". A compilation of live material recorded the last weekend at The Electric Circus was released later. 
Video: Buzzcocks - What Do I Get? - live at The Electric Circus - 1977 - youtube
Blogload: Short Circuit: Live At The Electric Circus - fritzdiesspinne.blogspot.com
Richard Hell (born Richard Meyers) of Television, The Heartbreakers and The Voidoids turns 60 today. 
The Voidoids, left to right:
Ivan Julian, Robert Quine, Richard Hell and Marc Bell (later known as Marky Ramone)
Wikipedia: Richard Hell and The Voidoids
Video: Richard Hell and The Voidoids - "Blank Generation" and "Love Comes In Spurts" - live - 1977 - youtube
Blogload: Richard Hell and The Voidoids - Blank Generation - abc-afterglow.blogspot.com
On this date in 1976, The Runaways released their debut single, "Cherry Bomb". It was backed by "Blackmail". Both tracks appeared on their self-titled debut album. The band featured the teenage Joan Jett, Jackie Fox, Lita Ford, Cherie Currie and Sandy West when the album was released. Micki Steele, later of The Bangles was a founding member, but left before recording their debut album. The Los Angeles based all girls proto punk band released five albums before disbanding in 1979. 
Wikipedia: The Runaways
Video: The Runaways - Cherry Bomb - live - 1977 - youtube
Blogload: The Runaways - debut album - yesterdayliveson.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Thompson Twins released their ninth single, "Lies". It was backed by "Beach Culture". The A side appeared on their third album, Quick Step And Side Kick. The B side was a non-LP track that was added on a later CD re-release. The single reached the #30 spot on the U.S. singles chart and the #67 spot on the U.K. singles chart. This was their first single as a three piece band. The London new wave band would achieve a lot of commercial success with this pared down lineup. They disbanded in 1993.
Wikipedia: Thompson Twins
A good Thompson Twins info website: gt350mustang.com/tt
Video: Thompson Twins - Lies - live - 1983 - youtube
Blogload: Thompson Twins - Quick Step & Side Kick - epersia.net
On this date in 1982, Bauhaus released their tenth single, "Ziggy Stardust". It was backed by "Third Uncle". The B side appeared on their third studio album, The Sky's Gone Out. The A side was not included but was added as a bonus track when the album was re-released on CD. The 12 inch version included two additional live tracks, "Waiting For The Man" and "Party Of The First Part". The single reached the #15 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Northampton, England goth band, originally known as Bauhaus 1919, broke up in 1983. Peter Murphy found some success as a solo artist. After some other short-lived projects, the remaining former members of Bauhaus (Daniel Ash, David J and Kevin Haskins) formed Love And Rockets. Bauhaus recently reunited to record a new album and tour.
Wikipedia: Bauhaus
Official Website: bauhausmusik.com
Video: Bauhaus - Ziggy Stardust - youtube
Blogload: Bauhaus - Ziggy Stardust - 7 inch (both sides) - burningaquarium.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, The Damned released their fifth album, Strawberries. It included the singles, "Dozen Girls" and "Generals". The album reached the #15 spot on the U.K. albums chart. It was the last album with Paul Gray as their bass player. The London punk band, despite several breakups along the way, are still together.
Wikipedia: The Damned
Official Website: officialdamned.com
Blogload: The Damned - Strawberries - punknotprofit.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Siouxsie and The Banshees released their twelfth single, "Slowdive". It was backed by "Cannibal Roses". The A side appeared on their fifth album, A Kiss In The Dreamhouse. The B side was a non-LP track. The 12 inch version included a bonus track called "Obsession II" which was an instrumental version of "Obsession" which appeared on A Kiss In The Dreamhouse. The single reached the #41 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The London punk/post-punk/goth band disbanded in 1996. Sid Vicious (future Sex Pistols) and Marco Pirroni (future Models and Adam and The Ants) were in the very early version of the band.
Wikipedia: Siouxsie and The Banshees
A Fansite: vamp.org/Siouxsie
Video: Siouxsie and The Banshees - Slowdive - youtube
Blogload: Siouxsie and The Banshees - A Kiss In The Dreamhouse - pettingmytapeworm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1982, Kissing The Pink released their third single, "Watching Their Eyes". It was backed by "In Awe Of Industry". Both tracks appeared on their debut album, Naked. The London, England new wave band released four albums by 1993 at which time they took a hiatus. There have been releases made by some of its members working together but nothing as a full band.
Wikipedia: Kissing The Pink
Unofficial Website: jeffgrote.com
Video: Kissing The Pink - Watching Their Eyes - youtube
Blogload: Kissing The Pink - Naked - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Stray Cats released their fifth single, "You Don't Believe Me". It was backed by "Cross That Bridge". The A side appeared on their second U.K. album, Gonna Ball, and their debut U.S. album, Built For Speed. The B side was a non-LP track. The single reached the #57 spot on the U.K. singles chart. The Massapequa, NY rockabilly band broke up in 1984 but periodically reunites for performances.
Wikipedia: Stray Cats
Official Website: straycats.com
Video: Stray Cats - You Don't Believe Me - live - 1981 - youtube
Blogload: Stray Cats - Built For Speed - rockistory.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Girls At Our Best! released their debut album, Pleasure. It contained the singles, "Fast Boyfriends" and "Heaven". The Leeds, England four-piece post punk band disbanded in 1981 with one album...and, despite their name, only one female (Judy Evans). The other members of the band were male.
Wikipedia: Girls At Our Best!
A Fansite: girlsatourbest.com
Blogload: Girls At Our Best! - Pleasure - takethepills.blogspot.com
On this date in 1981, Poison Girls released their third album of their own, Total Exposure. It was a thirteen track live album recorded July 5, 1981. It included a live version of the single, "Bully Boys". The Brighton, England punk band was fronted by female singer Vi Subversa but was not an all-girl band, despite their name. They disbanded in 1989.
Wikipedia: Poison Girls
Myspace: myspace.com/thepoisongirls
Blogload: Poison Girls - Total Exposure - crassnotclash.blogspot.com
Martin Cooper of Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark turns 51 today.
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark, clockwise from bottom left:
Andy McCluskey, Paul Humphreys, Martin Cooper and Malcolm Holmes
Wikipedia: OMD
Official Website: omd.uk.com
Video: Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - Electricity (1979) - youtube
Blogload: OMD - Peel Sessions 1979-1983 - nrrules.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Colin Newman released his debut solo single, "B". It was supported by "The Classic Remains" and "Alone On Piano". The A side appeared on his debut solo album, A-Z. The other tracks did not but were added when the album was re-released on CD. The guitarist and vocalist for punk/post punk band Wire did not slow down when the band was put on hiatus. He released a series of solo albums before rejoining the band when it became active again. Colin Newman's solo work was more experimental than Wire's sound.
Wikipedia: Colin Newman
Blogload: Colin Newman - A-Z - iwsbm.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Killing Joke released their third single, "Requiem". It was backed by "Change". The A side appeared on their self-titled debut album in the U.K. The B side did not but it was included on the U.S. version of the album. The London post-punk band disbanded in 1996 but re-formed a few years ago. The band has been touring recently with frontman Jaz Coleman, of course, at the front who is no longer living in Iceland preparing for the apocalypse. Yes, he once did that.
Wikipedia: Killing Joke
Official Website: killingjoke.com
Video: Killing Joke - Requiem - live - 1985 - youtube
Blogload: Killing Joke - debut album - recessed-filter.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, The Passions released their third single, "The Swimmer". The B side was "War Song". The A side appeared on their second album, Thirty Thousand Feet Over China. The B side was a non-LP track that was added on a later CD re-release. The single was re-released later with a different B side. The London new wave band released three albums before disbanding in 1983. Original bassist Claire Bidwell left the band in 1980 to join The Wall.
Wikipedia: The Passions
Official Website: thepassions.co.uk
Blogload: The Passions - Thirty Thousand Feet Over China - totalwire.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Rubber City Rebels released their self-titled debut album. It contained the singles, "Young And Dumb" and "Bluer Than Blue". The power pop/proto punk band was originally from Akron, Ohio but relocated to Los Angeles. They released only one full album (plus a split LP with Bizarros) and three singles before disbanding in 1988. They are back together and recently released a new record.
Wikipedia: Rubber City Rebels
Official Website: rubbercityrebels.com
Blogload: Rubber City Rebels - debut album - best-keptsecrets.blogspot.com
On this date in 1980, Poly Styrene released her debut solo single, "Talk In Toytown". It was backed by "Sub Tropical". Both tracks appeared on her debut solo album, Translucence. Poly Styrene had formerly been the lead singer of X-Ray Spex. She became a Hare Krishna soon afterwards and her musical career slowed considerably. She reunited with X-Ray Spex in 1995 to release the band's second album, Conscious Consumer, their first since 1978.
Wikipedia: Poly Styrene
Blogload: Poly Styrene - Translucence - rho-xs.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, The Nips released their third single, "Gabrielle". The B side was "Vengeance". They had been called The Nipple Erectors originally but radio wouldn't touch the name so they shortened it. The London punk band released four singles before disbanding in 1980. They were led by Shane McGowan (later, of The Pogues) though he was known as Shane O'Hooligan at the time. They have played some reunion gigs recently.
Wikipedia: Nipple Erectors
A Fansite: pages.cs.wisc.edu/~mroman
Blogload: The Nips - Bops, Babes, Booze & Bovver - a compilation - contains both sides of the "Gabrielle" 7-inch - taringa.net
On this date in 1979, Au Pairs released their debut single, "You". It was backed by "Domestic Departure" and "Kerb Crawler". None of the tracks appeared on their debut album, Playing With A Different Sex (released in 1981), but they were added as bonus tracks when the album was re-released on CD. The Birmingham, England post punk band disbanded in 1983 after two studio albums and one live album.
Wikipedia: Au Pairs
Blogload: Au Pairs - Playing With A Different Sex - zambonisoundtracks.blogspot.com
On this date in 1979, Felt released their debut single, "Index". It was backed by "Break It". Neither track appeared on an album. The Birmingham, England post-punk band split in 1989 but not before producing ten albums.
Wikipedia: Felt
Blogload: Felt - Absolute Classic Masterpieces - a compilation - includes "Index" - commercialzone.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, The Yachts released their debut single, "Suffice To Say". It was backed by "Freedom (Is A Heady Wine)". The A side was on their self-titled debut album but the B side was not. The Liverpool, England power pop/new wave band disbanded in 1981 with two albums and ten singles to their credit. J.J. Campbell went on to It's Immaterial. Martin Dempsey went on to Pink Military.
Wikipedia: The Yachts
Blogload: The Yachts - S.O.S. Singles - 1977-1981 - powerpopcriminals.blogspot.com
On this date in 1977, The Drones released their debut single, "Bone Idol". It was backed by "Just Want To Be Myself". Both tracks appeared on their debut album, Further Temptations, though they were different takes than the single versions. The Manchester, England punk band released three 7-inch records and an album before disbanding in 1979.
Wikipedia: The Drones
Blogload: The Drones - Bone Idol - 7 inch (both tracks) - saatjohann.blogspot.com
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