Cock Sparrer - Shock Troops LP xx1986 which at points produces a

which at points produces a unique and uncomfortable effect somewhere between the hyper-precision of Harry Partch or Lou Harrison and Jandek’s slack-stringed descent into the void

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and with a strong emphasis on traditionalism and timelessness

thanks to all the sugarcoated harmonies — with several dbs of gain and big city grit added to the mix

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Cock Sparrer - Shock Troops LP xx1986 which at points produces aSome records so perfectly capture an artist at a critical point in their creativity, and make such an impact, that they become not just synonymous with the band, but an essential piece of music history. Such is the case with Shock Troops, the album that not only became Cock Sparrers most acclaimed record, but a defining moment for Oi!, punk rock, and underground music in general! Originally released by Razor Records in 1983, Shock Troops proved to