Name: The Crack - Expanded Edition
Brand: The Ruts

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CAROLR105CD

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2019-08-16

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0600753871386

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Total Cap

3 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Ruts

Genre GB

Punk / Hardcore

Label GB

Caroline International

Caroline International, formerly known as EMI Label Services, is an independent artist and label services division of Universal Music Group. Established in the UK, Caroline International works closely with its US counterpart, Caroline, which operates under Capitol Music Group. With a rich history in the music industry, Caroline International provides comprehensive support to artists and labels.

Since its inception in late 2013, Caroline International has been dedicated to helping artists navigate the ever-evolving music landscape. As part of Universal Music Group, it offers a wide range of services including marketing, distribution, promotion, and strategic planning. With their expertise and global reach, *Caroline International* empowers artists to connect with audiences worldwide.

In February 2021,*Caroline International* underwent a rebranding and was renamed Virgin Music Label & Artist Services. This change reflects their commitment to innovation while honoring their heritage as a leading force in the music industry. Whether it's through iconic logos or groundbreaking collaborations,*Caroline International*, now known as Virgin Music Label & Artist Services continues to shape the future of music.

The Ruts were a British punk rock band formed in London in 1977. The original lineup consisted of *Malcolm Owen* on vocals, *Dave Ruffy* on drums, *Vince Segs* on bass, and *Paul Fox* on guitar. Their first single 'In A Rut' gained attention and led to three sessions with BBC Radio One as well as a contract with Virgin. The success continued with their hit single 'Babylon's Burning', which reached the top ten. However, the band faced challenges when hard-line Skinheads disagreed with their anti-racist stance, resulting in violence at some gigs.
Tragically, Malcolm Owen passed away on July 14th, 1980 due to a heroin overdose. Despite this loss, the band carried on with Paul Fox taking over vocals under the new name Ruts DC.
If you enjoy music from artists such as The Rezillos, Slaughter & The Dogs, or Buzzcocks, then you'll definitely want to check out The Ruts!

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40 years after its initial release by Virgin Records, The Ruts debut album The Crack (UK No.16) gets a deserved 3 Disc Expanded Edition which further cements its reputation as one of the greatest Punk Rock albums of all time. Disc 1 is the original 12 track album, the re-master overseen by surviving members Segs Jennings and Dave Ruffy. The second disc features the band’s first four singles – In A Rut , Babylon’s Burning (UK No.7), Something That I Said (UK No.29) and Jah War – plus 11 previously unreleased studio monitor mixes from the original album sessions showing rawer, work in progress versions of the album’s studio tracks. The final disc is a previously unreleased live show from The Netherlands in January 1980 featuring the original band at their most electric and exciting, vocalist Malcolm Owen in particular on fine form. The detailed booklet contains sleeve notes by Record Collector’s Rich Davenport plus lots of memorabilia from the era.

The Crack - Expanded Edition

Music GB