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Germfree Adolescents

X-Ray Spex

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Cat No: SECCD301

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Release Date:  29 September 2023

Label:  Secret Records

Packaging Type:  Digipak

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  5036436144723

Genres:  Rock  Punk  

Release Date:  03 August 2018

Label:  Real Gone Music

Packaging Type:  Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  848064007524

Genres:  Rock  Punk  

Release Date:  31 October 2025

Label:  Secret Records

Packaging Type:  Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  5036436159925

Genres:  Rock  Punk  

  • Description

    'Germfree Adolescents', the 1978 debut album of English punk rock band X-Ray Spex now released with a 16 page booklet containing artwork, photos and sleeve notes. Includes Bonus tracks "Highly Inflammable" and "Age". The band is Poly-Styrene - Vocals, Jak Airport - Guitar, , Paul Dean - Bass, Rudi Thompson - Sax, BP Hurding - Drums

    Description

    Real Gone Music is proud to present Germfree Adolescents, one of the signature albums of the early (1978) British punk movement, in an "x-ray clear" vinyl edition that serves as an ideal prism through which to see the hypocrisy of consumerist culture. The one and only LP release from X
    Ray Spex and its irrepressible frontwoman Poly Styrene has been deemed by everybody from Greil Marcus to Robert Christgau to Spin to Mojo as one of the greatest punk albums ever made, and for this reissue, we've done it right;
    besides the clear vinyl (offering excellent sound), we've reproduced the inner lyric sheet, where you can read Poly's brilliant observations about the plastic, corporate nature of modern society. All of which she sings in a passionate yowl all her own (with Lora Logic among others backing on saxophone); this is not only one of the most penetratingly observant punk records, it's also one of the most passionate, and, surprisingly enough, catchy. Check out "The Day the World Turned Day-Glo" and "Germ Free Adolescents" if it's hooks you're after; if it's righteous anger and a noisy racket you're seeking, every track will do ya.

    Description

    This Limited-Edition re-issue of Germfree Adolescents is pressed on black vinyl - Incl 12" insert poster of album cover + sleeve notes by Stephanie Phillips.


    X-Ray Spex was a British punk rock band that emerged in the late 1970s, known for their distinctive sound, socially conscious lyrics, and the dynamic frontwoman Poly Styrene - The band was active during the first wave of punk rock and played a significant role in the punk movement.

    Lead vocalist and songwriter Poly Styrene was known for her unique vocal style and often cited as an influential figure in the punk scene.

    Other band members on 'Germfree Adolescents are Jak Airport: Guitarist / Paul Dean: Bassist / Rudi Thompson: Sax / B P Hurding: Drummer.

    X-Ray Spex released their debut album, "Germfree Adolescents," in 1978, featuring the title track, "Germfree Adolescents." The album is considered a classic of the punk era.

    Poly Styrene's lyrics often addressed social and consumerist issues, and her unconventional fashion sense and energetic stage presence added to the band's overall identity.

    While X-Ray Spex had a relatively short-lived career, disbanding in 1979, they left a lasting impact on the punk scene, and their music continues to be celebrated for its originality and influence. Poly Styrene sadly passed away in 2011, but her contributions to punk rock remain influential.

    This Limited-Edition re-issue of Germfree Adolescents is pressed on 'Minty Fresh' coloured 180-gram vinyl. Incl. 12" insert poster of album cover + sleeve notes by Stephanie Phillips.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Art-I-Ficial
      • 2. Obsessed With You
      • 3. Warrior In Woolworths
      • 4. Let's Submerge
      • 5. I Can't Do Anything
      • 6. Identity
      • 7. Genetic Engineering
      • 8. I Live Off You
      • 9. I Am A Poseur
      • 10. Germ Free Adolescents
      • 11. Plastic Bag
      • 12. The Day The World Turned Dayglo
      • 13. Highly Inflammable
      • 14. Age

    Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Art-I-Ficial
      • 2. Obsessed with You
      • 3. Warrior in Woolworths
      • 4. Let�s Submerge
      • 5. I Can�t Do Anything
      • 6. Identity

      Side 2

      • 1. Genetic Engineering
      • 2. I Live Off You
      • 3. I Am a Poseur
      • 4. Germ Free Adolescents
      • 5. Plastic Bag
      • 6. The Day the World Turned Dayglo

    Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Art-I-Ficial
      • 2. Obsessed With You
      • 3. Warrior In Woolworths
      • 4. Let's Submerge
      • 5. I Can't Do Anything
      • 6. Identity

      Side 2

      • 1. Genetic Engineering
      • 2. I Live Off You
      • 3. I Am A Poseur
      • 4. Germ Free Adolescents
      • 5. Plastic Bag
      • 6. The Day The World Turned Dayglo