Voodoo Lust - Self Titled EP

In 1987 this was the first item I bought.  Again, mistakenly thinking because it was a 12'', it was an LP.  Nope, only an EP - but totally power packed.

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Voodoo Lust - Stop Breakin' My Heart 7''

Originally from Brisbane, this was their first release from 1986.

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Flowers From The Dustbin

Sydney punk from 1983.  In their day, I made every effort to pick up these comps.  Always good value and a great intro to new artists.  9 times out of 10 I would go out and buy the actual LP's released by these artists.  

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Positively Elizabeth Street

1989 release featuring Died Pretty, New Christs, Harem Scarem, Sacred Cowboys, The Wreckery, Dubrovniks, Neptunes, Wet Taxi's etc.  There's an Elizabeth Street in Melbourne and Brisbane.  I know that much.  Could be in other Australian cities? A lot of these bands are from Sydney so that would make sense.

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Bloodstains Across Australia

Great Aussie punk compilation.  Just another one to add to your collection.  As the title sez - essential.

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A Greasy Selection - Various Adelaide Bands (Cassette)

Greasy Pop records were the mainstay of Adelaide Punk, like Flying Nun to New Zealand.  This cassette compilation features The Dagoes, Screaming Believers, July 14th, The Assassins, The Spikes etc.

Weren't cassette's a great format to release music on.  Get it out there, and do it quick.

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At The Fuhrers Request - Various Brisbane Punk

Brisbane punk compilation from 1985.  The cover (and title) refers to Sir Joh Bjelke-Peterson who was the longest serving premier of Queensland from 1968 to 1987.  Obviously leaning towards conservative politics, he ruled with an iron fist.  During the punk period, he was in power and invited the ire of the 'artistic' community (whatever that is) - he was referred to as the 'Fuhrer'.

This compilation features The Leftovers, Mystery of 6's, Just Urbain, Kicks, Vampire Lovers, Young Identities, The End, Razar etc.  Essentially a who's who of Brissy Punk.  Essential listening (despite the omission of The Saints).

You may also want to check out 'Behind The Banana Curtain' (2CD compilation of Queensland punk).

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