01. "Going Through The Motions" 02. "Escort Girls" 03. "Bristol Road Leads To Dachau" 04. "Faults" 05. "625 Lines (Live At The Electric Circus)" 06. "Barbarella's" 07. "Things In General" 08. "Agony Column" 09. "Total Luck" 10. "She Cracked (Live At The Electric Circus)" 11. "White Riot Tour (Live)"
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Labelcode 00137242 (VOID003CD)
"Going Through The Motions" on CD by The Prefects, released by Call Of The Void, is a compelling archival document of one of the UK's most influential yet underrated early punk outfits. The tracks capture the raw, jagged energy and confrontational spirit that defined the late-1970s underground: sharp guitars, nervous rhythms, and vocals that switch between deadpan detachment and urgent outbursts. Rather than polished studio perfection, this CD preserves an authentic snapshot of the band's unvarnished sound - restless, abrasive, and full of tension. It's a release aimed at listeners who value historical importance and intensity over gloss, and who want to rediscover the roots of post-punk and DIY aesthetics. The sequencing highlights both the band's furious, fast pieces and their more angular, experimental moments, making the disc feel like a guided tour through a crucial transitional period in British alternative music. Call Of The Void positions this CD in a carefully curated catalogue dedicated to uncompromising, often hard-to-find recordings from the punk and noise-adjacent underground. The label is known for focusing on high-quality reissues and deep archival digs, presenting cult bands and forgotten scenes with care for sound restoration, liner notes, and packaging. With "Going Through The Motions", Call Of The Void underlines its commitment to preserving the raw edge and socio-cultural context of historic underground music rather than smoothing it over for mainstream consumption. The Prefects were part of the first wave of UK punk, associated with the Birmingham scene and admired by later generations for their stark, anti-anthemic style. Although they never achieved major commercial success, their work has been repeatedly cited by fans and critics as a crucial bridge between classic punk aggression and the more angular, cerebral sounds of post-punk. Over the years, their small but potent body of recordings, live tapes, and radio sessions has earned them a cult following and a respected place in punk historiography. This CD serves as an accessible entry point for newcomers while giving long-time followers a focused document of the band's unique voice.
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