The Vibrators were founded by Ian ‘Knox’ Carnochan, bassist Pat Collier went on to work closely with the Soft Boys, producing their seminal album “Underwater Moonlight”,, guitarist John Ellis recorded with Peter Gabriel, as well as recording and touring frequently with Peter Hammill, then subsequently the Stranglers, and drummer John ‘Eddie’ Edwards. They first came to public notice at the 100 Club when they backed Chris Spedding in 1976. On Spedding’s recommendation, Mickie Most signed them to his label RAK Records. Most produced their first single, “We Vibrate”.
The band then signed to Epic Records in early 1977. Their debut album, “Pure Mania” was co-produced with Robin Mayhew, the sound engineer for David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust live shows, and reached the top 50 of the UK Albums Chart. The album is well regarded by some music critics and, 17 years after its release, “Pure Mania” ha been named one of the 50 best punk albums of all time
In 2020, the original line-up of Knox, Eddie, Ellis and Collier reunited to record and release the studio album “Mars Casino” with Chris Spedding providing production, additional guitar, and vocals.
The Vibrators also recorded sessions for John Peel at BBC Radio 1 in October 1976, June 1977, and February 1978. They were one of the pioneering punk bands that played at London’s Roxy Club. Appearing for the first time ever on vinyl, a vintage set of studio demos from British punk rock icons, The Vibrators!
Includes several songs that the band we re-record for their acclaimed sophomore album V2 including “Pure Mania,” “Destroy,” “24 Hour People,” “War Zone” and more!
released November 6th, 2023
The Fat Angel Sings 