Description
The Stiffs – Volume Control Live – Compact Disc
Volume Control Live by The Stiffs is an album that captures the energy and raw spirit of this British punk rock band. The Stiffs were part of the late 1970s and early 1980s punk scene, known for their high-energy performances and catchy, rebellious anthems.
The Stiffs emerged from Blackburn, Lancashire, and were active in the late 1970s, releasing a series of singles that gained them a cult following. Volume Control Live is a live album that showcases the band’s raw punk energy, capturing the intensity of their live performances.
Live versions of their most popular songs, such as ‘Inside Out’ and ‘Goodbye My Love’, which reflect their knack for combining punk aggression with pop sensibilities. Fast-paced, energetic songs that exemplify the punk ethos of the era, focusing on themes of rebellion, youthful angst, and social commentary. The album captures the band interacting with their audience, a key feature of punk performances, where the boundary between the band and the crowd is often blurred.
Expect short, sharp, and fast tracks with a raw, DIY sound characteristic of punk rock. The instrumentation would include distorted guitars, pounding drums, and aggressive, yet melodic vocals. The live recording aims to capture the raw energy of The Stiffs’ live shows, which were known for their intensity and directness. Despite their punk attitude, The Stiffs had a knack for catchy melodies and hooks, making their music accessible to a wider audience beyond the punk scene.
The Stiffs, while not as commercially successful as some of their contemporaries, built a dedicated following with their relentless touring and infectious music. Volume Control Live contributes to their legacy by capturing the essence of their live performances. This live album is a snapshot of the late 1970s and early 1980s punk scene in the UK, representing the raw, unfiltered spirit of the movement. Although The Stiffs remained largely underground, their music and live performances influenced later punk and indie bands who appreciated their blend of melody and punk aggression.
Volume Control Live by The Stiffs is a vital record for fans of punk rock, capturing the band in their element—live on stage, delivering high-energy performances of their best tracks. This album not only preserves the raw spirit of The Stiffs but also offers a glimpse into the punk scene of the late 1970s and early 1980s, making it a significant piece of music history for those interested in the era’s underground movements.
Live recording taken from The Stiffs’ July 1999 reunion show
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Receiver Records
UK Import
Track Listing
Volume Control
Tell Him
Nothing To Lose
Love Is Last Year’s Thing
Brookside Riot Squad
Magic Roundabout
Tomorrow’s Still Alive
It’s Not Rock ‘n’ Roll
Standard English
(I’m Not) Sold On You
Crazy Mixed Up Emotions
Kids On The Street
Goodbye My Love
Innocent Bystander
Affairs Of The Heart
Inside Out
