Openly left wing, political pop music was big in the eighties. The Newtown Neurotics, or just the Neurotics as they latterly became, were not exactly a Premier League outfit in the battle against Thatcherism, but with hindsight they made a major contribution to the soundtrack of the era.
They were punchy, intelligent and refused to compromise. I loved them because they were so committed and seemingly unloved by the masses, and their 'Repercussions' album has been a constant companion to me over the years. They are possibly better known for the inspirational 'Kick out the Tories', but for me 'Sects' is their best song by a country mile; a heartfelt rant against organised religion and its associated subsets. A sing-a-long classical from start to finish with brilliant lyrics that are just as relevant today as they were in the hopelessness of Thatcher's Britain.
This is my favourite so far by a mile (I am a sucker for guitar/horn section combos). I never knew who this was by. Now I do. I may have to get the album. Talking about political pop with guitars/horns, I wonder whether the Redskins will make an appearance...
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