Bristol punk quintet the Cortinas began as an R&B covers band, but soon sped up their repertoire when punk arrived, making them local pioneers. A slot supporting the Stranglers at the Roxy brought them onto Miles Copeland and Mark Perry's Step Forward label and they later signed to CBS before imploding, guitarist Nick Sheppard then joining the Clash and drummer Daniel Swann San Francisco's the Sneeches. This ace compilation gathers the best of their early work, including the immortal debut 'Fascist Dictator'/'Defiant Pose,' as well as 'TV Personalities,' both in the studio and live. Another crucial piece of the Bristol puzzle!
Release date:
February 25, 2022
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Audioengine A2 Plus
Precision-engineered 2.75-inch woofers and a 0.75-inch silk dome tweeter, featuring built-in DAC and Bluetooth connectivity for seamless integration.
-
Phono Preamps - Top Picks
A selection of the best phono preamps for your turntable setup
-
Technics SL-1500C Turntable
Features a direct-drive motor, a high-precision tonearm, and a premium MM cartridge, delivering exceptional sound quality
-
Vevor Ultrasonic Cleaner
Thoroughly clean and restore your vinyl records, removing dust, dirt, and grime from every groove without damaging the surface
-
HumminGuru: Ultrasonic Vinyl Record Cleaner
Advanced ultrasonic technology with customizable cleaning cycles and a large tank capacity to thoroughly remove dust, dirt, and contaminants
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
James Yorkston Songs for Nina and Johanna
Domino Record Co
August 22, 2025 -
Flatwaves Tell Me Secrets
Abandon Everything Records
July 11, 2025 -
Unleashed Fire Upon Your Lands
Napalm Records
August 15, 2025 -
Bryan Adams BYRAN ADAMS / ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES
BAD RECORDS
September 5, 2025 -
Ed Sheeran Play (Amazon Exclusive; Purple)
Atlantic
September 12, 2025 -
Willi Carlisle Winged Victory
Signature Sounds
July 4, 2025 -
Soul Jazz Records presents 300% DYNAMITE! Ska, Soul, Rocksteady, Funk and Dub in Jamaica [2xLP]
Soul Jazz Records
July 4, 2025 -
Guenna Peak Of Jin'arrah
The Sign Records
December 31, 2025 -
Qur'an Shaheed Pulse
Leaving Records
July 11, 2025 -
Orbit Culture Death Above Life [2xLP]
Century Media
October 3, 2025 -
R.J.F. Cleaning Out the Empty Administration Building
Dais
August 15, 2025 -
David Byrne Who Is The Sky?
Matador
September 5, 2025 -
Ted Olsen Violette
Shifting Paradigm
July 4, 2025 -
Kokoroko Tuff Times Never Last
Brownswood Recordings
July 11, 2025