Name: Why Do Birds Suddenly Appear
Brand: Hard Skin

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CLASS004LP

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Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2013-03-04

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Sean Forbes

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Hard Skin

Genre GB

Punk / Hardcore

Label GB

JT Classics

Hard Skin is a punk rock band formed in 1996. Known for their humorous and satirical lyrics, they have gained a cult following within the punk scene. With their catchy tunes and energetic live performances, Hard Skin has become a staple of the UK punk scene. Their music often tackles social and political issues with wit and sarcasm, making them both entertaining and thought-provoking. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to their sound, Hard Skin's music is sure to leave an impression.

Originating from London, England, Hard Skin was founded by two friends who shared a love for punk rock. Drawing inspiration from bands like Cock Sparrer and Sham 69, they developed their own unique sound that blends elements of Oi! and street punk. Over the years, they have released several albums that have received critical acclaim from both fans and music critics alike.

Despite being known for their tongue-in-cheek approach to songwriting, Hard Skin's lyrics often touch on serious topics such as class struggle, inequality, and working-class pride. Their ability to combine humor with important social commentary sets them apart from other punk bands of their time.

JT Classics is a UK Punk/Oi label founded by Johnny Takeaway and Hard Skin. With a passion for music and a desire to support their family, they came up with the idea of starting their own label over pints and pork scratchings. 

Johnny Takeaway's fruit and veg stall was in dire straits, leaving his kids hungry and his wife frustrated. Determined to turn things around, he teamed up with Hard Skin to create JT Classics.

Specializing in Punk/Oi music, JT Classics is dedicated to showcasing talented artists from the genre. Their goal is to provide fans with high-quality music while supporting independent musicians.

Nine years on from the stunning second album Same Meat, Different Gravy, lazy South London Oi! legends Hard Skin return with not one but two albums. Why Do Birds Suddenly Appear is the female version of this soon to be household oi! classic. it features versions of the tracks from On the Balls but with with female vocals from Becki Bondage, Joanna Newsom, Miki from Lush, Sandy from Fucked Up, Veronica Falls, Beckie from Chaos UK, Alison from the Kills, Manda Rin from Bis, Liela from Duke Spirit, Debbie from Ye Nuns / Echobelly / Curve, Beth Jeans Houghton and Alela Diane. It's 12 instant anthems about council estates, sausages, the kids, cunts, the filth and Gipsy Hill. The sound is massive, the songs catchy and they'll stick in yer head for years. This is the first ever album to be released in both male and female form.

Why Do Birds Suddenly Appear

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