SPLAT! Vinyl & CDs

Review: Compiling the complete works of Splat! onto one CD has been desired by their fans for years now. Finally, this British post-punk band that defined the genre's chaotic, off-kilter spirit is now complete to one special. Formed between Nottingham and Derby, Splat! was a blend of misfits influenced by The Pop Group, PiL, The Fall and The Birthday Party, with quirky musical tastes that spanned from punk to jazz, noise rock, and obscure prog. The compilation features 19 tracks, including their first 7" single and a 12" EP, along with unreleased material, capturing the band's raw energy and absurdist charm. Splat! were known for their anarchic live performances, often involving blood, sweat and tears. Their debut single, released in 1983 on Ron Johnson Records, sold out quickly, and the follow-up EP in 1984 continued their DIY ethos. Despite critical praise and a John Peel session, the band's inability to self-promote led to their breakup. However, the compilation brings their best moments together for the first time on CD. And Yeah So encapsulates the band's unique blend of messy, high-octane punk and absurdist humor, offering listeners a deeply authentic look at an era of post-punk energy and anti-commercialism.