Another Kind of Blues

by U.K. Subs

Overview

The U.K. Subs' debut can easily stand alongside any other punk classics released during its heyday. Musically, the Subs are similar to the early Clash, but where the Clash spit out balls of fiery rage, the Subs leaven their bile with sardonic humor. "Tomorrow's Girls" imagines a futuristic Venus who "will be pre-programmed," and the music spits out a hilarious series of mock computer beeps. "Crash Course" promises staid executives that, just by listening to the Subs' music and buying up the right clothes, they, too, can "learn" punk rock. Only the sneeringly sexist "All I Wanna Know" hits a sour note. The music is rooted in the typical punk influences: the New York Dolls, the Velvet Underground, and early Who, but the band adds a twist of classic '60s British R&B groups like the Yardbirds. It's melodic, punchy, and fast, delivering the necessary bite without ever becoming too abrasive or sugary. Another Kind of Blues is an impressive debut from the classic punk era. ~ Victor W. Valdivia

Product Details

Release Date:	04/14/2023
Label:	Demon Records
UPC:	5014797908758
Rank:	35555

Album Credits

Performance Credits

U.K. Subs   Primary Artist
Nicky Garratt   Guitar
Charlie Harper   Vocals,Harmonica
Paul Slack   Bass
Pete Davies   Drums
Steve Slack   Bass

Technical Credits

Paul Watkins   Mixing
U.K. Subs   Group,Composer,Producer
John McCoy   Producer
Nicky Garratt   Composer
Charlie Harper   Arranger,Composer
Paul Slack   Composer
Yuka Fujii   Photography
Paul Canty   Photography
Tony Maclean   Photography
Rory Lyons   Composer
Pat Gilbert   Liner Notes
Bob Broglia   Mixing,Engineer
Yuka Fuji   Photography
Matthew McCoy   Composer