The Adventures of the Hersham Boys
Sham 69 · 1979
57 min · 17 tracks · punk
Raw, anthemic punk energy collides with gritty storytelling and a rebellious spirit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw energy for rebellious spirits
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- engaging storytelling through anthems
- for sing-along moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer polished soundscapes
- dislike energetic live performances
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1979, 'The Adventures of the Hersham Boys' was Sham 69's second studio album, following their successful debut 'Tell Us the Truth' from 1978. At this point, the band had established themselves as key figures in the UK punk scene, known for their direct lyrics and energetic performances, which resonated with disillusioned youth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Clash· Buzzcocks· Stiff Little Fingers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Money 3:15
- 2 Fly Dark Angel 3:06
- 3 Joey’s on the Street 3:07
- 4 Cold Blue in the Night 2:49
- 5 You’re a Better Man Than I 3:12
- 6 Hersham Boys 4:47
- 7 Lost on Highway 46 3:38
- 8 Voices 2:54
- 9 Questions and Answers 3:17
- 10 What Have We Got (live) 2:56
- 11 Borstal Breakout (12″ extended version) 8:28
- 12 If the Kids Are United (7″ version) 3:46
- 13 I Don’t Wanna Live (live) 2:06
- 14 Rip Off (live) 2:43
- 15 I’m a Man, I’m a Boy (live) 2:11
- 16 Tell Us the Truth (live) 2:05
- 17 Borstal Breakout (live) 2:52
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