The Primitives – Crash
(Lazy Records 1988 PT41762)
Matrix No’s: A2/B1 – UK Pressing
Vinyl in Nr MINT/Excellent+ condition
(there are some light surface marks visible on the vinyl when held up to the light but they don’t affect the sound quality apart from the odd light pop/crackle)
Sleeve in Nr MINT condition
The Primitives are an English indie pop band from Coventry, best known for their 1988 international hit single “Crash”. Formed in 1984, disbanded in 1992 and reformed in 2009, the band’s two constant members throughout their recording career have been vocalist Tracy Tracy and guitarist Paul “PJ” Court. Drummer Tig Williams has been a constant member since 1987. Often described as an indie pop or indie rock band, the Primitives’ musical style can also be seen as straddling power pop, new wave and post-punk.
“Crash” is a song by British indie pop band the Primitives, written by band members Paul Court, Steve Dullaghan, and Tracy Cattell. The song was first recorded for the band’s 1988 debut album, Lovely. It was released as a single in February 1988, peaking at number five on the UK Singles Chart, number three on the US Modern Rock Trackschart, and number two on the Swedish Singles Chart. Its UK success saw the group perform the song on the BBC’s Top of the Pops.
Track listings
UK 12-inch single
- A1. “Crash” – 2:32
- A2. “I’ll Stick with You” – 2:34
- B1. “Crash” (demo recorded October 1985) – 2:19
- B2. “Things Get in Your Way” – 2:21
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