Death From Above 1979 - You're a Woman, I'm a Machine

Their only full-length album, You're a Woman, I'm a Machine is a little more refined, but still messy, grungy dance punk.

Engerica - There Are No Happy Endings

Engerica split up in 2006. Their last gig was a Halloween dress-up party. This album delivers an interesting blend of crunchy British punk and childish lyrics. Don't be put off, it'll grow on you.

at.the.drive-in - Vaya EP

This EP from 1999 features 7 songs by at.the.drive-in, Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and Cedric Bixler-Zavala band before De Facto and The Mars Volta. Don't do drugs.

Refused - Songs to Fan the Flames of Discontent

Songs to Fan the Flames of Discontent is the second-last full album Refused released. It's far more refined than their demos and This Just Might be the Truth, but nowhere near as amazing as The Shape of Punk to Come. You're not ready for that one yet...

Crackout - Oh No!

The second album from British band Crackout. They split up soon after. It's an interesting mix of rock with jazz influences and a vocalist you either love or hate.

Vex Red - Start With a Strong and Persistent Desire

Vex Red split in 2002 to form some three different bands like Septembre, Scenes, or hooking up with Malpractice, Killing Joke or the likes of Mark Chapman from A. Although they let slip plans for a reunion, they also said it was probably not going to happen. This record is probably the only thing they have and will ever release.

Firebrand Boy - Songs for Cake

I didn't realise until the last track that these guys were Scottish, and it got me all excited. They're the first Scottish 8-bit I've heard, and maybe even the first British release I've downloaded from 8bitpeoples. The Scottish accent can be very nice when it sings, as can be heard in a lot of songs by Biffy Clyro or Sucioperro.



You can get the album here, or check out their MySpace. They're also currently touring with Anamanaguchi, my favourite chiptune band.