Description
Peter And The Testtube Babies – Shit Factory – Cassette
Peter and the Test Tube Babies’ album The $hit Factory, released in 1990, is a distinctive entry in their discography, showcasing their irreverent humor and punk ethos. This album features the band’s punk-infused renditions of popular tracks originally produced by the renowned songwriting and production trio Stock, Aitken & Waterman.
The album’s title, ‘The $hit Factory,’ is a satirical nod to Stock, Aitken & Waterman’s moniker, ‘The Hit Factory,’ reflecting the band’s tongue-in-cheek approach.
Background and Concept: During the late 1980s and early 1990s, Stock, Aitken & Waterman dominated the pop charts with acts like Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, and Bananarama. Peter and the Test Tube Babies, known for their humorous and satirical style, decided to reinterpret these mainstream pop hits through a punk lens, infusing them with raw energy and a rebellious spirit.
The band recorded the album at Esselle Studios in Brighton, with Ralph Jezzard engineering and co-producing alongside guitarist Del Strangefish. The recording process was marked by a lighthearted atmosphere, with contributions from friends and local musicians, including backing vocals from barmaids of the Green Dragon pub.
Upon release, The $hit Factory received mixed reactions. While the band found humor in punk renditions of pop songs, the concept was not universally embraced, particularly in Germany, where the album was primarily released. Despite this, the album has gained a cult following over the years, appreciated for its boldness and the band’s commitment to their satirical vision.
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic seal
Triple XXX Records
Track Listing
I Just Cant Wait
Toy Boy
Nothing Gonna Stop Us Now
FLM
Id Rather Jack
When I Fall In Love
Love In The First Degree
The Harder I Try
Hand On Your Heart
Venus
Especially For You
Never Gonna Give You Up
Too Many Broken Hearts
Whos Leaving Who
