Name: Snake Oil
Brand: The Darts

Bonus disc

Catalogue number

VIRUS515LP

Colour

Black

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Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-04-14

Signed copies

Supplier GB

Cargo

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

721616551518

Total Cap

Black LP

VIRUS515CD

2023-04-21

721616551525

Artist

The Darts

Genre GB

Alternative / Modern

Label GB

Alternative Tentacles

British Doo Wop / R&B / Rock & Roll revival band, The Darts, was founded in London in 1976. With their revivals of early US rock and roll and R&B songs, they achieved chart success in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Their impressive track record includes several UK top 20 hits, including three successive number twos. The Darts' music captures the essence of these iconic genres, making them a must-listen for fans of classic tunes.

Alternative Tentacles is an underground punk record label that was established in 1979 in San Francisco, California, USA. It later expanded to have a sublabel/office in London, UK. The label gained recognition when it released the self-produced single "California Über Alles" for the *Dead Kennedys*. Realizing the potential for an independent label, Alternative Tentacles went on to release records for other bands as well. Originally formed by *East Bay Ray* and *Jello Biafra*, Biafra became the owner of Alternative Tentacles in the mid-1980s. However, it's important to note that Alternative Tentacles no longer owns the rights to Dead Kennedys recordings due to a lawsuit in 2000.

With its distinctive sound and rebellious spirit, Alternative Tentacles has been at the forefront of punk music since its inception. Its dedication to supporting independent artists and pushing boundaries has made it a respected name within the industry.

As an influential label with a rich history, Alternative Tentacles continues to champion alternative music and provide a platform for artists who dare to challenge conventional norms.

At last! The Darts return from their Bat Cave Covid lair, with Snake Oil by far their best album to date. The Darts formed in 2016 with the goal of getting some solid female musicians together to make garage punk rock and roll noise, see the world, and basically have a super-fun slumber party every night. They are now hands down one of the best garage bands in the world.

Snake Oil

Music GB