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Pink Flag — 1977
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Released 1977Punk & New Wave
Classic86247 Verdict
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A brilliant, minimalist punk debut of short, jagged art-songs. Sharp and influential. Far ahead of its time. Released in 1977, it set the tone for everything that followed.
On vinyl: Vintage copies and modern reissues both circulate — worth comparing condition and remaster notes before you buy.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- Three Girl Rhumba on Best Punk & New Wave Songs of All Time, Best 1970s Punk & New Wave Songs
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