Although this is classed as an LP, I’m not sure six songs qualifies it as such. I think this originally came out in ’81 on the UK punk label, Stiff records. This album does not have much to do with punk however, as they had moved on and this was an attempt to break into the hard rock/metal market. It’s very basic in its execution and they have managed to capture how raw the band sounded. I think this was a stepping stone to Wendy’s solo career which would take off after this when Gene Simmons would have a huge part in the next chapter.
Sex Junkie is a not too bad a track, with the live audience over the top. Black Leather Monster is fun and reminds me of the Damned. In fact, Side 2 as a whole is much better than Side 1. I really like 12 Noon, which reminds me of early BOC. The close out tune Masterplan, again with the live audience is a high energy romp.
6/10 from The Grooveman.
