X-Ray Spex – Germ Free Adolescents

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Artist: X-Ray Spex

Title: Germ Free Adolescents

Year: 1978

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  • 1. Germfree Adolescence (3:15)
  • 2. Identity (2:25)
  • 3. The Day the World Turned Dayglo (2:52)
  • 4. Genetic Engineering (2:49)
  • 5. Art-I-Ficial (3:24)
  • 6. Plastic Bag (4:53)
  • 7. I Am a Poseur (2:33)
  • 8. I Live off You (2:09)
  • 9. Lets Submerge (3:26)
  • 10. Obsessed With You (2:30)
  • 11. Warrior in Woolworths (3:07)
  • 12. I Cant Do Anything (2:58)
  • 13. Age (2:38)
  • 14. Highly Inflammable (2:35)

Review

Let me tell you about "Germ Free Adolescents" by X-Ray Spex. This punk rock masterpiece hit the scene in '78 and boy, did it pack a punch! Poly Styrene's vocals are like a siren call to the misfits and rebels, cutting through the noise with razor-sharp wit. The album's got this wicked blend of catchy riffs and reggae vibes, with a saxophone thrown in for good measure. It's like they took the punk rulebook and tore it to shreds, creating something totally fresh.

From the moment "The Day the World Turned Dayglo" kicks off, you know you're in for a wild ride. X-Ray Spex doesn't just play music; they serve up a biting critique of the plastic fantastic world of the '70s. The title track "Germ Free Adolescents" is a real earworm, sticking with you long after the last chord fades. And don't even get me started on "Identity" - it's a rallying cry for anyone who's ever felt like a square peg in a round hole.

What really sets this album apart is how it manages to be both in-your-face and incredibly clever. The production is tight, letting every element shine without losing that raw punk energy. It's no wonder "Germ Free Adolescents" has stood the test of time, influencing countless bands and still sounding as fresh today as it did back in '78. This isn't just an album; it's a middle finger to conformity wrapped in irresistible melodies. - Scarlett

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