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Plasmatics – New Hope for the Wretched – Vinyl Record
New Hope for the Wretched is the debut studio album by the American punk rock band Plasmatics, led by the charismatic frontwoman Wendy O. Williams.
New Hope for the Wretched was released on October 15, 1980. The album falls within the punk rock and punk metal genres. Plasmatics were known for their energetic and rebellious sound, as well as their provocative stage performances.
Besides Wendy O. Williams, the original lineup included Richie Stotts (guitar), Wes Beech (guitar), Jean Beauvoir (bass), and Stu Deutsch (drums). Some notable tracks from the album include “Butcher Baby,” “Living Dead,” “Corruption,” and “Concrete Shoes.” “Butcher Baby” is one of the band’s signature songs.
Plasmatics, and particularly Wendy O. Williams, were known for their wild and controversial stage shows, often involving destruction of instruments and props. Wendy O. Williams was also known for her appearance and daring outfits.
The album was produced by Jimmy Miller, who had previously worked with bands like The Rolling Stones. New Hope for the Wretched is considered a significant album in the punk and punk metal scenes. Plasmatics gained attention not only for their music but also for their theatrical and controversial approach to performance.
Plasmatics had an impact on the punk and metal scenes, influencing subsequent generations of musicians who appreciated their aggressive sound and uncompromising attitude.
New Hope for the Wretched is a landmark release in the history of punk rock, showcasing the raw and rebellious energy that defined the genre. Plasmatics, and Wendy O. Williams in particular, left a lasting mark on the music and performance art landscape of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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Track Listing
Tight Black Pants
Monkey Suit
Living Dead
Test Tube Babies
Won’t You
Concrete Shoes
Squirm (Live)
Want You Baby
Dreamlover
Sometimes I
Corruption
Butcher Baby
