The Boys (English band The Boys album) explained
The Boys is the debut studio album by English punk rock band The Boys, released in 1977.
Background
After leaving London SS, vocalist and guitarist Matt Dangerfield and keyboardist Casino Steel formed the Boys in London in 1976; the line-up also featured guitarist "Honest" John Plain bassist Duncan "Kid" Reid, and drummer Jack Black. Throughout the year and 1977, the band played shows before signing to NEMS Records. "I Don't Care", the band's debut single, was released in April 1977, followed by "First Time" in July 1977, prior to their self-titled debut studio album in November 1977.[1]
Track listing
All tracks composed by Casino Steel and Matt Dangerfield; except where indicated.
- "Sick On You" (Matheson, Steel) Lead vocal Kid Reid
- "I Call Your Name" (John Lennon, Paul McCartney) Lead vocal Matt Dangerfield
- "Tumble With Me" (Matheson, Steel) Lead vocal Reid
- "Tonight" Lead vocal Dangerfield
- "I Don't Care" Lead vocal Reid
- "Soda Pressing" Lead vocal Dangerfield
- "No Money" Lead vocal Dangerfield
- "First Time" (Plain) Lead vocal Reid
- "Box Number" Lead vocal Reid
- "Kiss Like a Nun" Lead vocal Dangerfield
- "Cop Cars" Lead vocal Reid
- "Keep Running" Lead vocal Dangerfield
- "Tenement Kids" Lead vocal Dangerfield
- "Living in the City" Lead vocal Dangerfield
Personnel
- Matt Dangerfield – guitar, lead and backing vocals
- Honest John Plain – guitar, backing vocals
- Casino Steel – piano, backing vocals
- Kid Reid – bass, backing and lead vocals
- Jack Black – drums
References
Citations
Sources
- Anon.. The 100 Best Punk Albums of All Time – The Boys: The Boys. Q. special. May 2002.
- Book: Thompson, Dave. Dave Thompson (author). Alternative Rock. Third Ear: The Essential Listening Companion. 2000. Miller Freeman Books. San Francisco, California. 0-87930-607-6.
- Punk Debuts. Uncut. 261. February 2019. Watts. Peter.
External links
Notes and References
- Thompson 2000, p. 219
