Mumps - Crocodile Tears
Review by Tansy Bibeau
Crocodile Tears is the debut album by the American punk rock band Mumps. Released in 1978, the album features a blend of punk and power pop that was popular at the time. The album is known for its catchy hooks and infectious melodies, which have earned it a cult following among fans of the genre.
The album opens with the fast-paced "Crocodile Tears," which sets the tone for the rest of the record. The song features driving drums and a catchy guitar riff that will have listeners tapping their feet in no time. Other standout tracks include "I Like to Be Clean," a tongue-in-cheek song about personal hygiene, and "Muscle Boys," an ode to the bodybuilding subculture of the 70s.
One of the strengths of Crocodile Tears is the band's ability to balance punk aggression with pop sensibilities. While the songs are fast and energetic, they are also incredibly catchy and melodic. This makes the album accessible to a wider audience than just hardcore punk fans.
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Download
Filename: mumps-crocodile-tears.zip- MP3 size: 20.7 mb
- FLAC size: 177.3 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Waiting For The World To Catch Up | ||
| I Like To Be Clean | 2:35 | |
| Crocodile Tears | 2:06 |
Video
Images
Catalog Numbers
- BEJ-1
- SFTRI 759
Labels
- BOMP!
- Sympathy For The Record Industry
Listen online
- ouvir online
- online luisteren
- lytte på nettet
- écouter en ligne
- lyssna på nätet
- escuchar en línea
- online anhören
- ascolta in linea
- kuunnella verkossa
Formats
- Vinyl
- 7"
- 45 RPM
- Single
- Test Pressing
- Limited Edition
- Pink Marble
- White Label
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Bomp Records |
| Copyright (c) | Ackee Music, Inc. |
| Recorded At | Sound Ideas Studios |
| Pressed By | Monarch Record Mfg. Co. |
| Mastered At | Quad Teck |
| Manufactured By | Monarch Record Mfg. Co. |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Kevin Kieley |
| Design | David Allen |
| Drums | Paul Rutner |
| Guitar | Toby duPrey |
| Photography By | Gary Green |
| Piano | Kristian Hoffman |
| Producer | Earle Mankey (tracks: B), Reese Virgin (tracks: A) |
| Vocals | Lance Loud |
| Written-By | Kristian Hoffman |
| Mastered By | DC |
| Sleeve | Kristian Hoffman, Steve Stanley |
Notes
- Test Pressing
- Limited to 1000 copies.
- Track A from CD/DVD "How I Saved The World"
- Track B exlusive live non-CD track, previously unreleased.
- © Gothic Novelty Music ASCAP
- Administered by Wixen Music
- Mastering studio and pressing plant uncredited, identified by the matrix numbers.
- Side A: Recorded at Sound Ideas Studios, NY
- Side B: Recorded at Brother Studios, Santa Monica, CA
- Test Pressing. Number of copies unknown
Barcodes
- Rights Society: ASCAP
- Matrix / Runout (Side A runout etched): BEJ-1-A RE-1 - △104237 QT-2
- Matrix / Runout (Side B runout etched): BEJ-1-B RE-1 QT-2 - △104237-X
- Matrix / Runout (A-side etchings): SFTRI 759 A Dc Bqs THROW YOUR CHONES R-19715
- Matrix / Runout (B-side etchings): SFTRI-759 B YOUR POLKA DOT CHONES R-19716
- Pressing Plant ID:
About Mumps
Name Vars
- The Mumps
Members
- Kristian Hoffman
- Jay Dee Daugherty
- Rob Duprey
- Lance Loud
- Paul Rutner
- Joe Katz
- Kim Cheeseman
- David Collert
- Kevin Loud
- Kevin Kiely
- Aaron Kiley
Summary by Tansy Bibeau
Comments
Very sexy video!
