Category Archives: Record Review

Releases that get the scrutiny of The Post-Punk Monk.

Les Longs Adieux Captivate Wth A Case Of “Vertigo”

We got notice of this a little while back and I’m happy to finally be able to discuss the strong work that Les Longs Adieux have birthed unto the world. The Italian duo consist of Frank Marrelli on guitars and … Continue reading

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Attrition Mark 44th Year With Crepuscular New Album, “The Black Mariah”

Attrition: The Black Mariah – UK – CD [2024] One of the best things about attaining a ripe age is in eventually learning just what the scope of ones’ ignorance is. Case in point being the new album of Attrition. … Continue reading

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David J of Bauhaus, Love + Rockets, Gives Us A Deep Dive Into His Sketchbook Of Song

At last year’s Record Store Day – Black Friday, I was intrigued by the 3xLP of David J demos but hardly likely to invest in a box of LPs from the artist. So one can imagine my delight when on … Continue reading

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REDUX: Go-Go’s: Beauty + The Beat 30th Anniversary Edition

December 15, 2015 Go-Go’s: Beauty + The Beat DLX RM 2xCD US [2011] Disc 1 – Album Our Lips Are Sealed How Much More Tonite Lust To Love This Town We Got The Beat Fading Fast Automatic You Can’t Walk … Continue reading

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REDUX: Record Review: Adam + The Ants – Prince Charming

October 26, 2015 Adam + The Ants: Prince Charming US CD [1981] Scorpios Picasso Visita El Planeta De Los Simios Prince Charming 5 Guns West That Voodoo Stand And Deliver Mile High Club Ant Rap Mowhok S.E.X.– The Lost Hawaiians … Continue reading

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Ductape Compel Exquisitely With The Raven Majesty Of “Echo Drama”

Last Saturday we were alerted to the new release of Ductape’s new album, “Echo Drama.” I’ve been hammered with work last week, so we’re only getting to discuss this music today, but it certainly rewards careful listening! The duo of … Continue reading

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Savage Republic Captured The Paradox of Post-Punk In SoCal ’81

When I think back to 1981, I was listening to a lot of WPRK-FM. College radio from Rollins College; a tony private college in Winter Park, Florida that had much better programming than the offerings from the State University that … Continue reading

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