A sharp, tuneful debut of new-wave swagger, home to 'Brass in Pocket'. Tough and beloved. A landmark. One entry, and it holds up every time.
On vinyl: Many '80s records have had strong reissue programmes — check for a recently mastered version.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- Brass in Pocket on Best Punk & New Wave Songs of All Time, Best 1980s Rock Songs
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