I’ve had a few comments asking, when are we going to get some Alternative T.V. or ATV as they were later known, so here is the first.
Although I never managed to get hold of the original 1977 fanzine “Sniffin Glue” with the free flexi disc “Love Lies Limp”, which was essentially Alternative T.V.’s debut single. Mark Perry (lead singer) agreed to reissue it due to demand and here it is, also backed up with another ATV classic “Life”.
For me “Love Lies Limp” is their best song, the reggae/punk style and the excellent lyrics are a perfect marriage. “Life” is a more traditional punk style song, but both are excellent.
“Life” was released on the “Deptford Fun City Records” which also hosted bands such as Squeeze’s debut single. Even though the tracks are early ATV recordings (e.g. 1977) thye were not released until their fourth single (including the flexi disc)
Band: Alternative T.V.
Label: Deptford Fun City Records
Year: 1978
Tracks:
1. Life
2. Love Lies Limp
Ripped from glorious scratched vinyl:
If you like then, go and buy this now. It is an excellent album, I will post a few more of ATV’s singles, but you need to get this. A mixture of their singles and a live session:
I’ve had a few comments asking, when are we going to get some Alternative T.V. or ATV as they were later known, so here is the first.
